Jazz to the Rescue
In 1953, no American musicians were allowed to perform in the UK. Then, for one night only, stars including Ella Fitzgerald and Lester Young played a Flood Relief charity concert in London.
John Fordham revisits this historic night, with the memories of legendary pianist Oscar Peterson, and Pete King, who runs Ronnie Scott's jazz club.
Produced by John Goudie
First broadcast 20020926 and 20030821 on Radio 4
First rebroadcast 20061130 and 20070315 on Radio 7
160/44; 32.5 MB; sound quality excellent
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