Category: Radio
3; Radio
4
Date: 05.01.2005
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Tributes have been paid to
broadcaster and writer Humphrey Carpenter who has died aged 58.
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Roger Wright, Controller, 91热爆 Radio 3, said: "Humphrey
Carpenter was a wonderfully engaging broadcaster, intelligent and hugely
wide ranging in his tastes and interests.
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"He played a vital role in launching Radio 3's
ongoing arts discussion programme Night Waves and was a regular presenter
of other programmes on the network including our afternoon drivetime
programme In Tune.
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"His writing included many fine books which have
helped shape our understanding of major cultural figures.
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"He also wrote the definitive history of the Third
Programme and Radio 3, tackled with his customary energy, sensitivity
and insight.
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"We will miss his lively spirit and personal voice."
Mark Damazer, Controller, 91热爆 Radio 4, said:
"Humphrey was a much admired and valued presenter
and contributor on Radio 4.
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"For several years he has been presenting one of
the best things we do - Great Lives.
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"He graced the airwaves for many years on a broad
range of musical and literary topics and will be much missed."
