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Fifty Years of Music: or They Don't Write 'Em Like That Any More!

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

A programme to celebrate 50 years of broadcasting
Starring in a spectacular show which looks at the development of popular music during the last five decades are Henry Hall, Lulu, Vera Lynn, The New Seekers, Gilbert O'Sullivan, Cliff Richard and The Young Generation who introduce, link and represent songs from each period, ranging from big hits in the era of the Charleston to today's Top Ten.

(Colour)

Contributors

Band Leader:
Henry Hall
Singer:
null Lulu
Singer:
Vera Lynn
Singers:
The New Seekers
Singer:
Gilbert O'Sullivan
Singer:
Cliff Richard
Singers/Dancers:
The Young Generation
Choreographer:
Nigel Lythgoe
Musicians:
Alyn Ainsworth and his Orchestra
Costume:
Linda Martin
Make Up:
Sylvia James
Sound:
Hugh Barker
Lighting:
Dickie Higham
Designer:
Kenneth Sharp
Producer:
Stewart Morris
Source: Radio Times

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