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Richard Gordon
Roy Plomley's castaway is writer Richard Gordon.
Favourite track: A Small Town In Germany by Jock Strapp Ensemble
Book: The Michelin Guide to France
Luxury: Pin
Last on
Mon 16 Aug 197112:25
BBC Radio 4
Music Played
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George Frideric Handel
Alcina Overture
Castaway's Favourite
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Jock Strapp Ensemble
A Small Town In Germany
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It Might As Well Be Spring
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Maori Concert Party
Po Ataru
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Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Sleeping Beauty Capriccio Italien
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Donald Swann
Lord Of The Dance
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Arthur Sullivan
Duke of Plaza-Toro's song (from The Gondoliers)
Librettist: William Gilbert.![]()
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Symphony No. 40 in G minor
Book Choice
The Michelin Guide to France
Luxury Choice
Pin
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Richard Gordon |
Broadcasts
- Sat 14 Aug 197119:00BBC Radio 4
- Mon 16 Aug 197112:25BBC Radio 4
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