Colours, Moods, Shoes and trouble with Transposition

Joanna Lumley & The Maestro

Jan 11, 202400:11:47Music

In this mini episode, Joanna and Stephen field more vital questions from listeners, such as, why does transposition jangle the Maestro's mind? Which musical keys suit certain moods? And most importantly, what not to wear...

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