Lionel Hampton
Roy Plomley's castaway is jazz musician Lionel Hampton.
Lionel Hampton is one of the legendary figures of the jazz world. For most of his career, he has led his own bands, although for a while he did play with Benny Goodman. His main instrument is the vibraharp, but there is always a second drum kit on stage for him to perform on, and he also plays the piano and sings.
In conversation with Roy Plomley, this versatile musician talks about his long career and 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: Memories Of You by Louis Armstrong
Book: Science and Health, with a Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy
Luxury: Tape recorder
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Bunny Berigan and His Orchestra
I Can't Get Started
- The Best Of.
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Castaway's Favourite
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Louis Armstrong
Memories Of You
Artist: Lionel Hampton
- Vsop.
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Art Tatum
Willow, Weep For Me
- The Tatum Solo Masterpieces.
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Teddy Wilson
I've Got The World On A String
- Piano Moods.
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Lionel Hampton Allstars
Stardust
- Just Jazz.
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Charlie Parker
Moose The Mooche
- On Dial.
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Coleman Hawkins and His Orchestra
Body and Soul
- The Complete Coleman Hawkins.
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Lionel Hampton and His Orchestra
Jodo
- Made In Japan.
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Book Choice
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Science and Health, with a Key to the Scriptures - Mary Baker Eddy
Luxury Choice
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Tape recorder
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Lionel Hampton |
Broadcast
- Sat 17 Sep 1983 18:25Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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