Starring Jim Johnson
Harry Aoki Original language(s) English No. of episodes 8 First episode date 3 March 1968 Network CBC Television Number of episodes 8 Language English | Country of origin Canada No. of seasons 1 Original network CBC Television Final episode date 30 June 1968 Number of seasons 1 Genre Music | |
Moods of Man was a Canadian music television series which aired on CBC Television in 1968.
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Premise
This Vancouver-produced variety series featured musicians Jim Johnson and Harry Aoki. Johnson was an American expatriate guitarist and singer who became a teacher in Prince George, British Columbia. Aoki was another musician who played bass and harmonica. The duo were previously featured on CBC Radio's Parade of Choirs and hosted their own radio show, Wandering. Each episode was based on a given theme, such as the debut's exploration of trouble and hope. Musical styles varied from blues to folk to classical.
The hosts were regularly joined by musicians Bud Henderson (piano), Al Johnson (drums), Stan Johnson (bass) and Ray Moga (guitar). Ann Mortifee was a guest on this series.
Scheduling
This half-hour series was broadcast on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. (Eastern) from 3 March to 30 June 1968.