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FRIDAYS, 1930-2115

Friday Night has, in fact, been Music Night for half a century - first of all on the Light Programme and then on BBC Radio 2 - making it the world's longest-running 'live music' programme on radio. It features the famously versatile BBC Concert Orchestra, and is frequently broadcast from theatres and concert halls throughout the UK.

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      George Fenton
      FRIDAY NIGHT WITH GEORGE FENTON
      28 November 2008

      In a unique celebration of his music for TV and Film, multi award winning composer George Fenton conducts the BBC Concert Orchestra and directs the first performances of The George Fenton Band.

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          John Barrowman
          FRIDAY NIGHT WITH JOHN BARROWMAN
          05 December 2008

          The charismatic star of 'Doctor Who' and 'Torchwood' presents, and performs songs from his new album and West End favourites with the BBC Concert Orchestra. He's joined onstage by the wonderfully talented Beverley Knight, and Daniel Boys, currently wowing West End crowds in 'Avenue Q'.

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            ON THE SHOW

            Find out who'll be appearing with the BBC Concert Orchestra in forthcoming concerts.

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              MUSIC PLAYED

              See details of all the music played in the concerts during the last two weeks.

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                TICKET INFORMATION

                Take a look at our events page for ticket information on forthcoming shows.

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                  DURING THE INTERVAL

                  Find out the details of the latest interval item.

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                    BIOGRAPHY

                    Read about Ken Bruce, Aled Jones, Paul Gambaccini and the BBC Concert Orchestra.

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