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Conductor of hope and glory

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The Last Night of the Proms is both an exhilarating and a frightening experience, according to conductor Andrew Davis. He enjoys the very excited atmosphere of this concert, but is also aware that the audience can become out of control. He is very surprised that the song 'Land of Hope and Glory,' which is very closely associated with the Last Night of the Proms, has become so popular abroad, as it expresses sentiments which are very British. He will conduct his final Last Night in Sep 2000, and will then move to Chicago to direct the Chicago Lyric Opera.

Conductors (Music), Davis, Andrew

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The pass master

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Magnus Magnusson, presenter of the popular television quiz show 'Mastermind,' feels that he will always been associated with this show in the eyes of the general public. He has been involved in many other projects, including a large number of books on Irish, Scottish and Icelandic history, but most ordinary people are not aware of his other achievements. Indeed, people often believe that he is an expert on many subjects, and sometimes even telephone him at home to ask him questions. He is now 67, but does not intend to retire.

Public opinion, Quiz shows, Magnusson, Magnus

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The importance of being insolent

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Historian David Starkey indicates that his academic specialization is the investigation of royal households. He emphasizes that ostentatious display was a significant element of court life.

Historians, Starkey, David

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