Jimmy Shand
Roy Plomley's castaway is dance band leader Jimmy Shand.
Favourite track: Welcome Christmas Morning by Jimmy Shand and his Band
Book: The Second World War by Sir Winston Churchill
Luxury: Tin whistle
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Eastman Wind Ensemble
Old Comrades (March)
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Robert Wilson
Bonnie Strathyre
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Edinburgh City Police Pipe Band
Miss Elspeth Campbell
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Castaway's Favourite
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Jimmy Shand and His Band
Welcome Christmas Morning
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Kenneth McKellar
The Lark in the Clear Air
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Franz Schubert
Marche Militaire No. 1 in D major, D733
Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra Conductor: Efrem Kurtz
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Jimmy Shand and His Band
The Duke of Atholls Reel
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Paul Robeson
Swanee River
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Book Choice
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The Second World War - Sir Winston Churchill
Luxury Choice
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Tin whistle
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Jimmy Shand |
Broadcast
- New Year's Day 1966 13:10Home Service
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