Episode Playlist
Episode 684 - 8 Fine Black Artists( 0:26:58)
Episode Information
A mixed bag of musical allsorts presented weekly by Ray Woodley, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 9/04/2026 2:00:00 p.m.
Episode 683 - Tunes connected with Time( 0:28:0)
Episode Information
A mixed bag of musical allsorts presented weekly by Ray Woodley, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 2/04/2026 2:00:00 p.m.
Episode 682 - Tunes With Only One Word( 0:26:50)
Episode Information
Ray Woodley presents a themed edition of Musical Confection featuring songs with one‑word titles. The programme includes classic recordings from Bing Crosby, the Guy Lombardo Orchestra, Nat King Cole, Ethel Waters, Eddie Fisher, Ruth Etting, Gilbert O’Sullivan, and piano performances of Nola. Together, the selections span early jazz, popular standards, and well‑known mid‑century classics.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 26/03/2026 2:00:00 p.m.
Musical Confection Episode 681 - Sammy Fain( 0:28:57)
Episode Information
Ray Woodley presents a selection of songs composed by American songwriter Sammy Fain, featuring recordings by Vera Lynn, Rod Stewart, John Boulter, Dick Bentley, Mama Cass Elliot, Dick Powell, the Boswell Sisters, and Guy Lombardo. The episode highlights Fain’s long career in film music and some of his best‑known melodies.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 19/03/2026 2:00:00 p.m.
Episode 680 - Artists with H Surnames( 0:28:0)
Episode Information
Ray Woodley presents a selection of recordings by artists whose surnames begin with the letter H, featuring performances from Lena Horne, Earl Hines, Annette Hanshaw, Coleman Hawkins, Dick Haymes, Bobby Hackett, Michael Holliday, Fletcher Henderson and Billie Holiday.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 12/03/2026 2:00:00 p.m.
Episode 679 - Black and White Notes( 0:27:47)
Episode Information
In this piano‑themed edition of Musical Confection, the host shares a selection of classic recordings from noted keyboard artists. Featuring performances by Graeme Bell, Ivor Morton and Dave Kay, Joe “Fingers” Carr, Ray Turner, Willie “The Lion” Smith, John Gill, and Ray de Costa, the programme celebrates the energy and artistry of ragtime, jazz, and light‑classical piano across eras and continents.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 26/02/2026 2:00:00 p.m.
Episode 678 - A Variety Programme( 0:27:58)
Episode Information
Host Ray Woodley features a mix of classic jazz and swing—from Benny Goodman and Margaret Whiting to the Judy Carmichael Quartet, the Riverside Jazz Band, Maxine Sullivan, and a sweet Kiwi track from Suzanne. Ending this episode with Teddy Wilson.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 19/02/2026 2:00:00 p.m.
Musical Confection Episode 677 - Letter G( 0:28:2)
Episode Information
This week: Love Goodman Orch, Don Gibson, Carroll Gibbins, Freddie Gardner, Judy Garland, Jan Garber Orch, Nat Gonella Band, Gene Goldkette Band
Published: 12/02/2026 2:00:00 p.m.
Musical Confection Episode 669 - Variety( 0:28:0)
Episode Information
A mixed bag of musical allsorts presented weekly by Ray Woodley, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 11/12/2025 2:00:00 p.m.
Musical Confection Episode 666 - Variety( 0:28:0)
Episode Information
A mixed bag of musical allsorts presented weekly by Ray Woodley, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 20/11/2025 2:00:00 p.m.
Musical Confection Episode 665 - Variety( 0:28:0)
Episode Information
A mixed bag of musical allsorts presented weekly by Ray Woodley, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 13/11/2025 2:00:00 p.m.
Musical Confection Episode 663 - Variety( 0:28:0)
Episode Information
A mixed bag of musical allsorts presented weekly by Ray Woodley, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 30/10/2025 2:00:00 p.m.