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Radio 3,17 May 2025,59 mins

Joe Hisaishi

Sound of Cinema

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*** Broadcast as part 4 Extra's The Stories of Studio Ghibli season. Matthew Sweet celebrates the life and work of Studio Ghibli composer, Joe Hisaishi. Tune in for some of his most beloved music, with classic soundtracks including Spirited Away, My Neighbour Totoro and Howl’s Moving Castle. Joe Hisaishi made his ĢƵ Proms debut in 2025, performing with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall. To listen on most smart speakers, just say: "Ask ĢƵ Sounds to play Sound of Cinema.” Producer: Sandra Hardial First broadcast on ĢƵ Radio 3 in May 2025.

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  3. 2.
    Spirited Away "One Summer's Day" + "The Sixth Station"
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  4. 3.
    My Neighbor Totoro "A Huge Tree in the Tsukamori Forest"
    My Neighbor Totoro "A Huge Tree in the Tsukamori Forest"
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