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As well as writing books and pamphlets on a wide variety of topics, the 19th-century schoolmaster, antiquarian and clergyman William Barnes wrote hundreds of poems in his local dialect. In tonight's programme Pete Shutler plays the part of Barnes and, aided by fellow
Dorsetmen the Yetties and folk tunes of the period, recounts his love for his native county. Producer Stuart Hobday

Contributors

Unknown:
William Barnes
Unknown:
Pete Shutler
Producer:
Stuart Hobday

A new series in which
Philip Bacon presents a potted history of French popular song from the 1930s to the 1990s.
This week: the 1930s.
Featuring the work of Tino Rossi ,
Josephine Baker ,
Stephane Grappelli and Mistinguett. Producer Anthony Wills

Contributors

Unknown:
Tino Rossi
Unknown:
Josephine Baker
Producer:
Anthony Wills

with Night Ride Music to keep you company through the early hours.
Producers Richard Masters
Graham Belchere and Sonia Beldom
And at 3.00-4.00
A Little Night Music
Including at 1.30, 3.30 Pause for Thought with Rowanne Pasco

Contributors

Unknown:
Graham Belchere
Unknown:
Sonia Beldom
Unknown:
Rowanne Pasco

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This data is drawn from the Radio Times magazine between 1923 and 2009. It shows what was scheduled to be broadcast, meaning it was subject to change and may not be accurate. More