Pianist James Rhodes talks to John Wilson
As he prepares for a concert tour of the UK, British pianist James Rhodes discusses his controversial autobiography Instrumental: A Memoir of Madness, Medication and Music.
When pianist James Rhodes had an injunction overturned by the Supreme Court in May, he was finally able to publish his controversial autobiography, Instrumental: A Memoir of Madness, Medication and Music.
At the piano he talks to John Wilson about the horror of the severe sexual abuse he suffered at prep school, his struggle to get his memoir published, and how music provided a lifeline to help him cope with his demons, which included addiction, breakdown and mental illness.
Presenter John Wilson
Producer Jerome Weatherald.
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Pianist James Rhodes
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James Rhodes
’ memoir Instrumental is out now in hardback and ebook.
You can find dates for his upcoming concerts .
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | John Wilson |
| Interviewed Guest | James Rhodes |
| Producer | Jerome Weatherald |
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