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Michael Freedland presents a series telling the story of entertainer Al Jolson.
This penultimate programme traces Jolson's career in blackface. With contributions from Clarence "Frogman" Henry, Jimmy Walker, George Jessel and George Burns, plus music from Bert Williams, Eddie Cantor and Al Jolson.

Contributors

Presenter:
Michael Freedland
Interviewee:
Clarence "Frogman" Henry
Interviewee:
Jimmy Walker
Interviewee:
George Jessel
Interviewee:
George Burns

Brian Kay introduces the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by John Wilson and led by Martin Loveday, with guest artists violinist Andrew Haveron, and singers Richard Stilgoe and Peter Skellern.
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Contributors

Presenter:
Brian Kay
Musicians:
BBC Concert Orchestra
Conductor:
John Wilson
Orchestra Leader:
Martin Loveday
Violinist:
Andrew Haveron
Singer:
Richard Stilgoe
Singer:
Peter Skellern
Producer:
Bridget Apps

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