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The first of two programmes recorded at the Pavilion Theatre,
Worthing. Featuring the BBC Big Band, conducted by Barry Forgie , with Marian Montgomery. Introduced by Sheila Tracy.

Contributors

Conducted By:
Barry Forgie
Unknown:
Marian Montgomery.
Introduced By:
Sheila Tracy.

The second of eight programmes in which Les Tomkins explores the greats who made jazz.
The Duke Ellington Story. From soda jerk to world renowned band leader -
Duke Ellington talks about his first ever composition, his use of the orchestra and his sacred music, including a rare chance to hear part of Zajj's Dream from Ellington's early television history of jazz. A Rying Dutchman Company production

Contributors

Unknown:
Les Tomkins
Talks:
Duke Ellington

BBC Radio 2

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