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The Mel Torme Special

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

One of America's greatest singers and his guests George Shearing Jon Hendricks
Mel Lewis and the Jazz Orchestra
For over 40 years Mel Torme 's unique talent has brought him popular and critical acclaim and this show, footage from one of his 1982 concerts is interspersed with the man giving a fascinating insight into his technique and influences. Included among the songs he performs are classics such as 'Around midnight', 'Ella be good' and a stunning interpretation of Billy Joel 's 'New York state of mind'.
Executiver producer RONALD H. COWAN

Contributors

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George Shearing
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Jon Hendricks
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Mel Lewis
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Mel Torme
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Billy Joel
Producer:
Ronald H. Cowan
Source: Radio Times

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