Alan Freeman: George, is it true that you're a

connoisseur of the classics?

George: No, it's just a rumour, a rumour.

Alan: Just a rumour?

George: Hmm.

Alan: Did you enjoy singing "Beethoven"?

George No. Been singing it for 28 years, now, you

know.

Alan: For how long?

George: Twenty-eight years.

Alan: That's incredible. Could you manage one more

performance?

George: Um, possibly.

Alan: Oh, go on, say, "yes."