Tommy Pearson spends this week with the BBC Big Band. Today, he explores the versatility of the big band sound and - with the help of musical director Barry Forgie - finds out what makes a good arranger.
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Tommy Pearson spends this week with the BBC Big Band. Today, he explores the versatility of the big band sound and - with the help of musical director Barry Forgie - finds out what makes a good arranger.
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