The Organist Entertains - Nigel Ogden at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom Wurlitzer Theatre Organ

Step back in time and experience the magic of Nigel Ogden, the former esteemed host of BBC Radio 2's "The Organist Entertains," as he takes center stage in a mesmerizing concert recorded in 1998. Get ready to be transported to the iconic Tower Ballroom in Blackpool, where the legendary 3/14 Wurlitzer theatre pipe organ awaits.

In this captivating video, Nigel Ogden showcases his unparalleled talent and passion for music, creating an unforgettable performance that will leave you breathless. Immerse yourself in the rich tones of the world's most famous Mighty Wurlitzer organ.

Spoken introduction by Nigel Ogden

Organ Showtime
From This Moment On
I Do Like to Be Beside the Seaside 07:08

March Medley 08:29
Spanish Gypsy Dance
Marche Lorraine
El Abanico
Old Comrades
Sons of the Brave
Funiculi Funicula

Richard Rodgers Showtune Medley 14:55
Mountain Greenery
Blue Moon
My Favourite Things
There's a Small Hotel
I Whistle a Happy Tune
This was Nearly Mine
Lover

I'll Walk Beside You 22:54

Discussion of the history of the Wurlitzer and Reginald Dixon 22:51

Somebody Stole My Gal 29:02

A Guide to the Tower Ballroom Wurlitzer 34:18

Quickstep Medley 38:41
Let's Face the Music and Dance
You Were Meant for Me
Berlin Melody
Margie
Chinatown My Chinatown

Potted Overtures 42:30
Raymond
Pique Dame
Zampa
Poet and Peasant
Il Tancredi

Memories of Song 49:00
Speak to me Pretty
I Remember You
The Trolley Song
Sweet and Lovely
Quando Quando Quando
Thanks for the Memory
The Last Waltz
Toot Toot Tootsie Goodbye


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