I will sit right down, waiting for the gift of Sound & Vision…
You can glean all the info you’re going to need regarding this event by visiting the
But, to recap, for those of you too busy to check it out, here are some brief details…
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Cancer Research UK Presents – Sound & Vision – Thursday 26th February – Abbey Road Studios – 6:30pm – Hosted by Dermot O’Leary and Whispering Bob Harris.
On February 26th the music industry will come together to help beat cancer at Sound & Vision 2009. Now in its forth year, Sound & Vision is Cancer Research UK?s ever more successful heritage music event.
Leading figures from across the media, creative industries and the City will come to the magical surroundings of Abbey Road Studios to celebrate music, the people who make it and the imagery it inspires.
Featuring live music from acclaimed musicians, including Paul Weller, Paolo Nutini, Lemar and Dianna Jones, and with access to a one off exhibition of stunning music imagery a live auction of music memorabilia and huge media interest, Sound & Vision promises to be a night to remember.
Our Patron for Sound & Vision 2009 is Bob Harris, our Founding Patron is Sir George Martin.
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While I’m not sure if it’s in the actual auction, a shot of David Bowie on stage in Philadelphia during The 1978 World Tour is definitely on display at the event. It’s a large format print signed by the photographer, Alan Messer.
It’s almost as if this particular shot was chosen to upset one of the musical guests. Just look at that leg elevation Mr Paul Weller! };-) (
Check out the Watch & Listen section on the Sound & Vision site, wherein you can view a short film about the event with a soundtrack you will be familiar with.
I’ll leave you with Alan Messer’s anecdote regarding his Bowie shot in case you can’ find it on the site.