The Carpenters: Live at the BBC (1971)

The Carpenters: Live at the BBC

1971

Music

Synopsis

The Carpenters' debut BBC concert, recorded on their first British tour in September 1971. They perform hits including Close to You, Superstar and We've Only Just Begun, together with the odd Beatles tune and a Bacharach/David medley. Karen's drumming and Richard's keyboards get instrumental support from their five-piece touring band and a 26-piece orchestra conducted by Johnny Pearson.

Credits

Cast

Karen Carpenter as Self

Richard Carpenter as Self

Crew

Bill Millar (Lighting Manager)

Johnny Pearson (Music Director)

Stanley Dorfman (Producer)

Hugh Barker (Sound)