Mobil Quest

1949

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English · Music, History

“Mobil Quest” was an important classical music talent quest produced by 3DB in the post-World War II era and relayed to over 50 stations across Australia. It discovered many musicians who went on to have prestigious careers, including the 1949 Mobil Quest winner Ronal Jackson. Dame Joan Sutherland was second-placed in 1949 and was the winner in 1950.

Recorded in Melbourne by 3DB, Hector Crawford was the conductor of the Australian Symphony Orchestra and director of the Quest. Comperes were Eric Pearce and Curteis Crawford (using the pseudonym John Curtis). The results of each heat and the semi-finals were read live to the audience in the theatre and live to air for the sake of timing.

Join us as we journey back in time to experience the talent and excitement of “Mobil Quest” from 1949.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.