Continental Varieties!

Continental Varieties was a radio program featuring a variety of musical performances and entertainment from around the world.

The programs presented orchestras, vocalists, and other musical performers, offering listeners an opportunity to enjoy different musical traditions and styles.

Hand Built Films is preserving these vintage broadcasts by digitizing original radio transcription discs and making the recordings available for today's listeners.

Selections:

Program 1582 — Laulu-Miehet Male Choir

Featuring the Laulu-Miehet Male Choir in a concert from Helsinki, Finland, performing classical music by various Finnish composers.

Program 1583 — Gino del Vescovo and His Mandolin Orchestra

Featuring Gino del Vescovo and His Mandolin Orchestra, with tenor Richard Tucker, performing a selection of classical compositions in a concert from Naples, Italy.

Program 1584 — A Salute to Mexico and the USA

A musical salute to Mexico and the United States, featuring various artists performing traditional Mexican folk songs and American favorites.

Program 1585 — A Tribute to Judy Garland

Featuring Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli in selections from their November 8, 1964, concert at the London Palladium.