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Series in which George Melly profiles jazz performers who have unapologetically mixed showmanship with artistry.
A look at jazz surrealist Slim Gaillard, whose songs include Avocado Seed Soup, Flat Foot Floogie, Poppity Pop and Cement Mixer. Also featured are Ukelele Ike, King Pleasure, Louis Armstrong, Bobby McFerrin, Sarah Vaughan and Victor Borge.

Contributors

Presenter:
George Melly

Series in which Richard Niles gives credit to the arrangers behind popular classics.
This edition recalls some of the great arrangements produced at Motown, Stax and Muscle Shoals. With input from Harry Weinger , Alan Slutsky , David Van De Pitte, Jerry Wexler ,
Arif Mardin and Wayne Jackson.

Contributors

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richard niles
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harry weinger
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alan slutsky
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jerry wexler
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arif mardin
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wayne jackson.

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