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The King of the Swingers

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on BBC Radio 4 FM

Trumpeter and singer Louis Prima , one of the most prolific and accomplished jazz musicians of the 20th century, is now remembered mostly for his role as King Louis in Walt Disney's The Jungle Book. Humphrey Lyttelton examines his life and influence. Producer James Crawford

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Singer:
Louis Prima
Unknown:
Humphrey Lyttelton
Producer:
James Crawford
Source: Radio Times

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