Maurice Cole (pianist) 4 February 1950, Frederick Fuller (baritone), Maurice Cole (piano) Monday 7 September 1959, Basil Cameron, John Hollingsworth, Constance Shacklock (contralto), Nicanor Zabaleta (harp), Maurice Cole (piano) "One can perhaps scarcely expect subtlety for eight shillings. What we get is sensible work and passable orchestral tone, with the pianoforte’s part a good way the best of the bargain. Would it be better worth while to improve the orchestral tone, and charge a little more for the records – if that could be arranged?". "I have never regarded Mr. Cole as an extremely fine interpreter—more as a sound general utility man. Still,
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