1. Childhood
4 Extra Debut. Songwriter Don Black recalls his childhood and how he came to manage singer Matt Monro. Warm and moving memoir. From 2020.
He was the creative force behind some of the 20th century’s biggest hits.
A warm and wonderfully moving memoir from legendary songwriter Don Black.
Black shares the stories behind some of his most iconic numbers, as well as delightful anecdotes of his collaboration with the industry’s brightest stars.
It's a celebration of a life in music and a touching tribute to Black’s ultimate inspiration, his wife Shirley.
He begins with his childhood - and how he came to manage singer Matt Monro.
Written and read by Don Black.
Abridged in five parts by Polly Coles.
Producer: Clive Brill
A Brill Production for ±«Óãtv Radio 4, first broadcast in November 2020.
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