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An opportunity to see something of the wide variety of programmes provided during term time.

12.5 Music for Films: Music and Atmosphere
A series for Secondary Schools.

Even in films that are not 'musical', music makes an important contribution in heightening atmosphere and action. John Huntley of the British Film Institute discusses the use of music in films, and especially Virgil Thomson's music for Louisiana Story.
First shown in May 1962

12.25 For Sixth Formers: The Growing Town: The Georgian Town
A series provided to offer a common meeting ground for all groups in the Sixth Forms of Grammar Schools.

The growth of trade and population filled the medieval Old Town of Edinburgh until it was splitting at the seams. Michael Calthrop looks at the Georgian architects' answer-Edinburgh New Town.
First shown in November 1961

(to 12.50)

Contributors

Presenter (Music for Films):
John Huntley
Director (Music for Films):
Margaret Ross Williamson
Producer (Music for Films):
John Hosier
Presenter (For Sixth Formers):
Michael Calthrop
Producer (For Sixth Formers):
Peter Dunkley

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