World Service Music Documentaries Episodes Available now
Our Love for Indian Classical Music
How classical music from India has spread across the globe
It Jus' Keeps Rolling: The Story of Ol' Man River
Ever since 1927 Ol’ Man River’s song has had many powerful currents.
Aretha Franklin: Queen Of Soul
A celebration of the life and music of Aretha Franklin with fans around the world
Martin Morales’s Peruvian Roadtrip
The link between food and music in the Andes with chef and record producer Martin Morales
Yevgeny Murzin: Master of the Synthesiser
Built in secret with little access to electronic parts, the ANS was a labour of love
Aretha at 75
Mark Coles celebrates the music of soul diva Aretha Franklin with fans around the world.
Symphony of the Stones
How our ancient forebears made music and how ancient sites affected sounds of their time
Gabriela Montero: Improvisation Masterclass
Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Montero takes us to the heart of her music
Get Up, Stand Up: Reggae in Poland
How Jamaican Reggae has become the music of protest in Poland
Van Morrison and me
John McCarthy explores how Van Morrison’s music has influenced people’s lives
