Why does the world sound like it does?
The rich history of music from America's rural south
A charismatic musician who transformed classical concerts
The origins and early years of making the guitar electric
The mini guitar that came to symbolise Hawaiian culture
The Franco-Spanish singer and composer who charmed European society on and off stage
Transcendental music from the Caucasus
Exploring the life of a woman whose voice still captivates people across the Middle East
Exploring the life of a man who campaigned for disenfranchised people around the world
The dance that seduced the world
An exceptionally talented musician who always stood her ground
Exploring the background to the music which has absorbed so many cultural influences
Looking back at the life and career of the South African musician and activist
Nostalgic song from Portugal, a small country with a big heart
A source of music, spiritual power and oral literature
Exploring the elements of that seemingly effortless pose to which so many aspire
Bridget Kendall and guests lift the lid on 300 years of the piano
Rajan Datar and guests explore the origins and evolution of flamenco
The history and popular rise of the guitar
Why Beethoven is so universally popular
The early years of rap and breakdancing in New York
The life and legacy of Fela Kuti, Nigeria’s maverick musical pioneer
