Northern Soul at the Proms
The roof of the Royal Albert Hall nearly comes off in this special Prom dedicated to northern soul, curated by Wigan鈥檚 Stuart Maconie and Manchester鈥檚 Joe Duddell.
The roof of the Royal Albert Hall nearly comes off in this special Prom dedicated to northern soul, curated by Wigan鈥檚 Stuart Maconie and Manchester鈥檚 Joe Duddell.
A celebration of raw, rare American soul music that first obsessed young people across the north and the Midlands in the 1960s and 70s, inspiring an all-night dance culture.
Epic new arrangements of northern soul anthems are performed by the 大象传媒 Concert Orchestra, conducted by a dancing Edwin Outwater, and featuring the vocals of six incredible singers led by Vula Malinga of Basement Jaxx fame.
A night of freedom, passion and euphoria presented by Andi Oliver, with special guests Clarke Peters and PP Arnold.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Andi Oliver |
| Presenter | Stuart Maconie |
| Conductor | Edwin Outwater |
| Music Arranger | Fiona Brice |
| Music Arranger | Joe Duddell |
| Singer | Vula Malinga |
| Singer | Frida Touray |
| Singer | Natalie Palmer |
| Singer | Brendan Reilly |
| Singer | Nick Shirm |
| Singer | Darrell Smith |
| Orchestra | 大象传媒 Concert Orchestra |
| Producer | Rhonagh O'Donnell |
| Director | Marcus Viner |
| Production Company | Livewire Pictures |
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