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' A choir in itself is an amazing thing'

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Sir Malcolm Sargent 's quote Introduces David Franklin 's celebration of the centenary of The Royal Choral Society.
The choir has a distinguished history which includes many first performances and a number of famous conductors, among them Sir Edward Elgar and Sir Malcolm Sargent.
Since Sir Malcolm died the choir has been seeking its role without him. Now. under Meredith Davies, it looks ahead with confidence.
Taking part are members of the choir, their chorus-master NINA WALKER , their conductor MEREDITH DAVIES , the voice Of SIR MALCOLM SARGENT , and tWO soloists who have often sung in their great concerts. Jennifer vyvyan and RICHARD LEWIS. Producer HELEN FRY

Contributors

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Sir Malcolm Sargent
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David Franklin
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Sir Edward Elgar
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Sir Malcolm Sargent.
Chorus-Master:
Nina Walker
Conductor:
Meredith Davies
Unknown:
Sir Malcolm Sargent
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Richard Lewis.
Source: Radio Times

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