John Hanson
Roy Plomley's castaway is singer and actor John Hanson.
Favourite track: Come Back to Sorrento by Roger Wagner Chorale
Book: Manual of orchestration
Luxury: Piano, music manuscript paper and a pencil
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Iolanthe Overture
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Celeste Aida (from Aida)
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They Didn't Believe Me
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Mighty Like A Rose
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September in the Rain
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Giorgio Tozzi
One Alone from The Desert Song
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Castaway's Favourite
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The Roger Wagner Chorale
Come Back to Sorrento
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Book Choice
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Manual of orchestration
Luxury Choice
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Piano, music manuscript paper and a pencil
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | John Hanson |
Broadcast
- Mon 6 Dec 1965 13:10Home Service
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