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Sir Adrian Boult. on the occasion of his 90th birthday earlier this year. talked to Roy Plomlev about his long and distinguished career as a conductor. His memories include giving the first performance of The Planets by Holst, the problems involved in conducting for one of Diaghilev's ballet seasons, forming the BBC Symphony Orchestra and looking after it during the War. and his long recording career with the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
Producer DEREK DRESCHER

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Sir Adrian Boult.
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Roy Plomlev
Producer:
Derek Drescher
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