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The Finest Concert Organ in Europe

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The story of ' Father ' Willis's greatest masterpiece, the organ at Alexandra Palace in North London, spans nearly a century of Anglo-Saxon attitudes to music.
Once described as ' the finest concert organ in Europe,' this immense instrument is now up for sale, dismantled and damaged. But some believe it could and should be saved. Speakers include YEHUDI MENUHIN
DR GEORGE THALBEN-BALL and HENRY WILLIS IV
Produced by LAURIE JOHN

Contributors

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Yehudi Menuhin
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Dr George Thalben-Ball
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Henry Willis
Produced By:
Laurie John
Source: Radio Times

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