What a Wonderful World
Louis Armstrong recorded the classic 'What a Wonderful World' in 1967 amidst civil rights demonstrations and protests against the Vietnam War. It was a song written for him. Was it naive or a powerful anthem for peace? Featuring: Prof Peter Ling Laurence Bergreen Simon Weston Katie Melua Troy Andrews Milan Bertosa Series exploring famous pieces of music and their emotional appeal. Producer: Sara Conkey First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in October 2008.