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SUNSET BOULEVARD
This concert is no longer available to hear again
Where: Opera House, Cork
When: Friday 23 and Saturday 24 April
On air: Sunday 2 May at 1800-2030
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By arrangement with The Really Useful Group and in association with West End International Ltd.
Petula Clark and Michael Ball star in this world-exclusive version of Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical. Accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra, conducted by Martin Yates, Petula Clark reprises her critically acclaimed role of Norma Desmond, while Michael Ball takes on the role of Joe Gillis for the first time.
Based on the 50s film of the same name, Sunset Boulevard weaves a tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition. Silent movie star Norma Desmond longs to return to the big screen after the advent of the 'talkies'. She meets struggling Hollywood screen writer Joe Gillis, with tragic consequences. Music featured includes 'With One Look', 'The Perfect Year', 'Surrender', 'Sunset Boulevard' and 'New Ways To Dream'.
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ALANIS MORISSETTE
This concert is no longer available to hear again
Where: Floating Stage on the River Lagan, Belfast
When: Friday 30 April
On air: Saturday 1 May at 2200-0100 during the Bob Harris show
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Bob Harris presents Canadian rock star Alanis Morissette in concert from a special floating stage outside the Waterfront Hall in Belfast. Supported by Paddy Casey
Alanis's hits include 'You Oughta Know', 'Thank U', 'Ironic' and albums such as 'Jagged Little Pill' and 'Under Rug Swept'.
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ERIC CLAPTON
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Where: Odyssey Arena, Belfast
When: Saturday 24 April
On air: Live at 2100-2200
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Mark Goodier introduces guitar legend Eric Clapton in concert as he performs in Belfast as part of his current tour.
With a career spanning over 40 years, Eric Clapton is now one of the most infuential guitarists in rock music. From copying the great blues guitarists, Eric went on to play for various R&B bands, later forming Cream with Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker and then going solo in the 70s. His many well known hits include 'Layla', 'Lay Down Sally', 'Wonderful Tonight' and 'Tears In Heaven'.
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LATIN EXTRAVAGANZA
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Where: Millennium Forum, Derry
When: Sunday 25 April
On air: Monday 26 April & Monday 3 May
at 2200-2230 in Big Band Special
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Two greats of Latin music - drumming phenomenon Horacio 'El Negro' Hernandez and conga player Giovanni Hidalgo - join the BBC Big Band for a unique concert of Latin sounds blended with rich jazz textures.
Grammy Award winner El Negro represents the cream of today's generation of Cuban musicians, while Puerto Rican conguero Giovanni is arguably the world's finest conga player. Together with the BBC Big Band, conducted by Jiggs Whigham with Charles Flores on double bass, they merge the indigenous energy of Salsa Cubana with the power of the big band. Musical numbers include 'Oye Como Va' and 'The Cuban Fire Suite'.
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SONDHEIM SPECTACULAR
This concert is no longer available to hear again
Where: Millennium Forum, Derry
When: Wednesday 28 April
On air: Friday 30 April at 1930-2115 in Friday Night Is Music Night
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Maria Ewing, Brian Kennedy and Jacqui Dankworth celebrate the melodic and lyrical genius of one of musical theatre's greatest 20th century composers.
Presented by Petroc Trelawny and featuring the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by John Wilson, the concert includes such Sondheim classics as 'Company' from 'Company', 'The Little Things You Do Together', 'Losing My Mind', 'I'm Still Here' and 'Broadway Baby' from 'Follies', 'Send In The Clowns' from 'A Little Night Music', 'Johanna' from 'Sweeney Todd', and 'Hey Old Friends' from 'Merrily We Roll Along'.
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April 23rd to May 3rd 2004
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