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To mark the very sad news of the death of the Queen, Ken Bruce revisits some of Her Majesty's favourite music and heart-warming stories from the people who knew the Queen best.

In the spring of 2016, Radio 2 recorded a special programme to celebrate the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Now, to mark the very sad news of the death of the Queen, Ken Bruce revisits those heart-warming stories and in particular the wonderful music as he remembers Our Queen through the music that she loved.

With archive interviews and contributions from the people who knew the Queen best - her family and friends, including the Honourable Margaret Rhodes, Lady Elizabeth Anson, Lady Jean Carnarvon, Gyles Brandreth, Laurie Mansfield and the former Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr John Hall.

And not forgetting the wonderful music from George Formby and Vera Lynn; musicals including South Pacific and My Fair Lady; Military Bands, Pipes, Hymns and the Commonwealth.

57 minutes

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Tue 13 Sep 2022 21:00

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  • Tue 13 Sep 2022 21:00

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