Rare BBC Transcription Service LP Record The Power Of Water 1974 With Scripts
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Description
This is an incredible find for collectors of broadcasting history, vintage vinyl, and BBC memorabilia. BBC Transcription Service records were produced in strictly limited quantities exclusively for syndication to overseas radio stations and were typically destroyed after their expiry date.
This complete archive set includes the original vintage yellow "a BBC programme" paper sleeve and both original typed Continuity/Script Sheets (Education Page 62) detailing the cues, introductions, and endings for the announcers.
Tracklist & Content:
Side 1, Band 1: The Power of Water – 1: Water and Life (13'27") – Narrated by Professor J.E.G. Raymont
Side 1, Band 2: The Power of Water – 2: The Sea (13'30") – Narrated by Professor J.E.G. Raymont
Side 2, Band 1: The Power of Water – 3: Water and the Weather (13'27") – Written and narrated by Hugh David
Side 2, Band 2: The Power of Water – 4: The Water Cycle (13'22") – Written and narrated by Hugh David
Condition Report:
Vinyl (Visual Grading): Excellent (EX). The vinyl retains a beautiful glossy sheen. There are minimal light surface wisps from sleeve removal, but no deep scratches or defects.
Labels: Excellent. Very clean green and yellow BBC labels with crisp text. Minimal to no spindle wear.
Sleeve / Paperwork: Very Good (VG+). The original yellow BBC paper sleeve is intact with minor age-related handling wear/creasing. The original continuity script sheets are flat, highly legible, and free from heavy staining or tears, with only light natural toning from age.
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