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Reginald Foresythe and Elisabeth Welch broadcasting for BBC
Reginald Foresythe and Elisabeth Welch broadcasting for BBC radio in Starlight. Reginald Foresythe (1907-1958) British jazz pianist, arranger, composer and bandleader who was popular in the UK and USA in the 1930s. Served in the Royal Air Force during World War Two. Date: 1942
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1942 Arranger Bandleader Broadcasting Composer Elisabeth Pianist Radio Reginald Served Starlight Welch
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, Reginald Foresythe and Elisabeth Welch are seen in the midst of a live radio broadcast for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) during World War Two. The setting is the Starlight Programme, a popular radio show that brought a touch of glamour and entertainment to the British public during the darkest days of the conflict. Reginald Foresythe (1907-1958), a British jazz pianist, arranger, composer, and bandleader, was a prominent figure in the jazz scene of the 1930s, both in the UK and the USA. With his distinctive style and charisma, Foresythe's music captured the hearts of audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Elisabeth Welch (1908-2012), an American-born singer and actress, was a regular collaborator of Foresythe's. Her sultry voice and captivating stage presence added an extra layer of allure to their performances. During the war, Foresythe served in the Royal Air Force, but he continued to perform and record music, often with Welch by his side. This photograph captures a moment of respite from the chaos of war, as the two artists bring joy and entertainment to their listeners through the medium of radio. The date of this photograph is 1942, a time when the outcome of the war was uncertain, and the British people needed a morale boost more than ever. Foresythe and Welch's broadcasts provided a much-needed escape, transporting their audience to a world of music and wonder. This photograph is a testament to the power of art and creativity to uplift and inspire, even in the most challenging of times. It is a reminder of the important role that artists like Foresythe and Welch played in bringing joy and hope to people during the war, and of the enduring power of music to touch the human soul.
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