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Episode Synopsis
Vernon Handley, Associate Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, has made his name through his devotion to British music. In conversation with Roy Plomley, he describes the long struggle he had to obtain regular work with professional orchestras and he chooses the eight records he would take to the mythical island.[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]Favourite track: The Garden of Fand by Arnold Bax
Book: The Principles of Art by R G Collingwood
Luxury: Sodastream and gas cylinders
Book: The Principles of Art by R G Collingwood
Luxury: Sodastream and gas cylinders
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