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A Gershwin Evening

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Desmond Carrington introduces a concert with the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by Robin Stapleton. The programme includes the Cuban
Overture, Rhapsody in Blue (soloist Thomas Kaurich ), An American in Paris and a selection of Gershwin songs performed by Ann Mackay (soprano).
At 8.25 James Ross Moore examines the lesser-known
British careers of George and Ira Gershwin.
Producer Anthony Wills
(Given in the Royal Festival Hall, London and sponsored by Victor Hochhauser Ltd)
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Contributors

Introduces:
Desmond Carrington
Conducted By:
Robin Stapleton.
Soloist:
Thomas Kaurich
Soprano:
Ann MacKay
Unknown:
James Ross Moore
Unknown:
Ira Gershwin.
Producer:
Anthony Wills
Source: Radio Times

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