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Series in which the classical crossover star presents recordings of his favourite classical tunes and singers. This edition features works by Handel, Johann Strauss , Canteloube and Bizet, and contrasting versions - by LuisaTetrazzini, Maria Callas and Angela Gheorghiu - of Caro Nome from Verdi's Rigoletto.

Contributors

Unknown:
Johann Strauss
Unknown:
Maria Callas
Unknown:
Angela Gheorghiu

Series in which George Melly presents the story of Blue
Note Records, the visionary jazz label founded in 1939 and bolstered by a slate of artists unequalled in jazz. This edition recalls the signings of Art Blakey 's
Jazz Messengers,
Herbie Hancock , Dexter Gordon and Wayne Shorter.

Contributors

Unknown:
George Melly
Unknown:
Art Blakey
Unknown:
Herbie Hancock
Unknown:
Dexter Gordon
Unknown:
Wayne Shorter.

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