Despite all the developments in the field of television and the many opportunities that the internet offers, radio has managed to hold its ground and consistently surprises its audience with excellent and interesting content, especially when it comes to jazz and jazz musicians.
This is particularly true for the programmes presented by Walter Love, MBE on the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). He is one of BBC Northern Ireland’s longest-serving and most beloved presenters, who has been entertaining and informing BBC Radio Ulster listeners for decades. His long-running specialist music programme, „Jazz Club,“ is a favourite in BBC Radio Ulster’s schedule, and his passion and extensive knowledge are truly contagious.
In the second half of October 2023, Walter Love presented two features as part of his „Jazz Club“ programme, focusing on Chris Barber and Ottilie Patterson. The archive team aims to draw the interest of listeners to these two special broadcasts:
On October 22, 2023, Walter delved into the entire career of the legendary musician and bandleader, Chris Barber.
On October 29, 2023, Walter featured a contribution on Ottilie Patterson, the well-known and successful vocalist of the band.
Each of these broadcasts lasts approximately one hour and can be accessed through the following internet addresses:
1. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001rqmw
2. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001rxdc
These radio features will be available for listening for 30 days after their initial broadcast. As of today’s date, November 3, 2023, you have 18 days to listen to the Chris Barber feature and 25 days to enjoy the Ottilie Patterson feature.
Just like all of Walter’s contributions, these shows are exceptionally well-produced and highly worth a listen.
Archive Team, 03 November 2023