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(68 programmes from the past week and the week to come, or available now on BBC iPlayer)

  1. Alan Carr's Comedy Outings Available on BBC iPlayer

    ... Outings. New comedy clip show featuring the distinctive humour of Alan Carr

  2. Alan Titchmarsh with Melodies for You Available on BBC iPlayer

    Alan Titchmarsh plays a mixture of popular and classical music

  3. Aled Jones with Good Morning Sunday Available on BBC iPlayer

    Programme discussing ethical and religious issues, with guests and spiritual music

  4. Alex Lester Available on BBC iPlayer

    Morning music and entertainment from Alex Lester: It's the Best Time Of The Day Show!

  5. Bands That Mattered, The Available on BBC iPlayer

    Brian Matthew celebrates the golden age of British dance bands.

  6. Benny Goodman: King of Swing Available on BBC iPlayer

    Curtis Stigers celebrates the life and music of clarinettist and bandleader Benny Goodman

  7. Big Band Special Available on BBC iPlayer

    A selection of the very best big band music, from the 1930s to the present day

  8. Blagger's Guide to Jazz, The Available on BBC iPlayer

    David Quantick takes a comic look at the world of jazz

  9. Bob Harris Available on BBC iPlayer

    Bob picks an eclectic mix of Americana, Alt Country, Indie, World, Nu-Folk and Blues

  10. Bob Harris Country Available on BBC iPlayer

    Bob presents his choice of country, roots and Americana music

  11. Chris Evans Available on BBC iPlayer

    Chris Evans' drivetime slot, with laughter-inducing chat and music

  12. Clare Teal Available on BBC iPlayer

    Clare Teal presents the best in swinging big band sounds

  13. Claudia Winkleman Available on BBC iPlayer

    The latest books, music, films and plays come under the critical eye

  14. David Jacobs Collection, The Available on BBC iPlayer

    David Jacobs presents a relaxed programme of easy-listening music and anecdotes

  15. Dermot O'Leary Available on BBC iPlayer

    Dermot O'Leary presents live music sessions from new and emerging bands

  16. Desmond Carrington: The Music Goes Round Available on BBC iPlayer

    Desmond Carrington dips into classics from all musical genres

  17. Elaine Paige on Sunday Available on BBC iPlayer

    Elaine Paige celebrates the best of Broadway, Hollywood and the West End.

  18. Emma Forbes Available on BBC iPlayer

    Emma eases you into Sunday with the Early Breakfast show

  19. Friday Night is Music Night Available on BBC iPlayer

    The world's longest-running live music programme, featuring the BBC concert orchestra

  20. Going Out With Alan Carr Available on BBC iPlayer

    Fun, laughs, chat and music with Alan Carr and co-host Emma Forbes

  21. Great British Songbook Masterclass With Don Black Available on BBC iPlayer

    Richard Allinson is joined by lyricist Don Black for a Great British Songbook masterclass.

  22. He Shall Overcome: Pete Seeger at 90

    Steve Earle tells the story of Pete Seeger's remarkable life in folk music and politics.

  23. He's Not The Messiah, He's A Very Naughty Boy Available on BBC iPlayer

    Comedian Sanjeev Bhaskar celebrates Monty Python's The Life of Brian.

  24. Janice Long Available on BBC iPlayer

    The best live sessions, chat, and the finest music to keep you going through the night.

  25. Jeremy Vine Available on BBC iPlayer

    Talks to the people who make the headlines.

  26. Johnnie Walker's Sounds of the 70s Available on BBC iPlayer

    Johnnie Walker plays classic tracks from the Seventies

  27. Jonathan Ross Available on BBC iPlayer

    Music, guests and lively conversation with Jonathan Ross

  28. Jools Holland Available on BBC iPlayer

    Join Jools and his Rhythm Section as he plays tracks from his eclectic record collection

  29. Ken Bruce Available on BBC iPlayer

    The best in music every weekday with Ken Bruce, with live sessions

  30. Lady Vanishes, The Available on BBC iPlayer

    Brenda Blethyn reads the story Alfred Hitchcock adapted for his thriller The Lady Vanishes

  31. Leadbelly: A Secret History of Rock and Roll

    Eric Burdon examines the life, music and legacy of Leadbelly, 60 years after his death.

  32. Listen to the Band Available on BBC iPlayer

    Showcase for brass and military band music, looking at new CD releases and old favourites

  33. Mark Lamarr Available on BBC iPlayer

    Mark Lamarr presents the best music you never knew you loved from the last 70 years.

  34. Michael Ball's Sunday Brunch Available on BBC iPlayer

    Sunday Brunch with Michael Ball and guests

  35. Mike Harding Show, The Available on BBC iPlayer

    Folk, roots and acoustic music, plus artist news and the latest album releases

  36. Monty Python's Wonderful World of Sound

    The Mighty Boosh meet Monty Python to tell the story of the Python comedy albums

  37. Movie That Changed My Life, The Available on BBC iPlayer

    Well-known figures review their favourite movie with the assistance of expert contributors

  38. Nigel Ogden: The Organist Entertains Available on BBC iPlayer

    Nigel Ogden presents a programme of popular organ recordings

  39. One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest

    Christian Slater reads Ken Kesey's powerful, anti-authoritarian novel

  40. Paul Gambaccini Available on BBC iPlayer

    America's latest and greatest hits from the last five decades, with Paul Gambaccini

  41. Paul Jones Available on BBC iPlayer

    The weekly dose of Rhythm and Blues tunes from Paul Jones

  42. Paul O'Grady Available on BBC iPlayer

    Paul O'Grady presents a programme full of character, just like its host.

  43. Pick of the Pops Available on BBC iPlayer

    Programme taking a look at the music releases from this week in the past

  44. Radcliffe & Maconie Show, The Available on BBC iPlayer

    A late-night mix of live sessions, celebrity guests and listener interaction

  45. Richard Allinson Available on BBC iPlayer

    Richard Allinson in his early-morning weekend residency with music and features

  46. Russell Davies Available on BBC iPlayer

    Russell Davies celebrates the art, craft and inspiration of the popular song

  47. Sarah Kennedy Available on BBC iPlayer

    The Dawn Patrol with great music, the morning papers and a moment to Pause for Thought.

  48. Shedding Hippie Blood: The Altamont Story

    Huey Morgan tells the story of the Rolling Stones' 1969 Let It Bleed tour.

  49. Songs The Beatles Gave Away, The Available on BBC iPlayer

    Bob Harris delves into the music written but not necessarily recorded by The Beatles.

  50. Sounds of the 60s Available on BBC iPlayer

    The very best of music from the 1960s, from the hits to the totally obscure

  51. Steve Lamacq Available on BBC iPlayer

    Playing his own choice of music and introducing listeners to emerging artists.

  52. Steve Wright in the Afternoon Available on BBC iPlayer

    Steve Wright's afternoon show with special guests, music and a host of other features

  53. Steve Wright's Sunday Love Songs Available on BBC iPlayer

    A blend of classic love songs, dedications and real-life romance stories

  54. Sunday Half Hour Available on BBC iPlayer

    Hymns and prayers for your Sunday evening listening

  55. Suzi Quatro Available on BBC iPlayer

    Suzi Quatro brings American music direct to listeners

  56. That Western Swing Thing Available on BBC iPlayer

    Ray Benson charts the history and development of Western Swing music

  57. The Bands That Mattered Available on BBC iPlayer

    Brian Matthew celebrates the golden age of British dance bands.

  58. The Blagger's Guide to Jazz Available on BBC iPlayer

    David Quantick takes a comic look at the world of jazz

  59. The David Jacobs Collection Available on BBC iPlayer

    David Jacobs presents a relaxed programme of easy-listening music and anecdotes

  60. The Lady Vanishes Available on BBC iPlayer

    Brenda Blethyn reads the story Alfred Hitchcock adapted for his thriller The Lady Vanishes

  61. The Mike Harding Show Available on BBC iPlayer

    Folk, roots and acoustic music, plus artist news and the latest album releases

  62. The Movie That Changed My Life Available on BBC iPlayer

    Well-known figures review their favourite movie with the assistance of expert contributors

  63. The Radcliffe & Maconie Show Available on BBC iPlayer

    A late-night mix of live sessions, celebrity guests and listener interaction

  64. The Songs The Beatles Gave Away Available on BBC iPlayer

    Bob Harris delves into the music written but not necessarily recorded by The Beatles.

  65. Theme Time Radio Hour with Bob Dylan Available on BBC iPlayer

    Bob Dylan's eclectic mix of music, guests, interviews and commentary

  66. Trevor Nelson Available on BBC iPlayer

    Trevor Nelson joins Radio 2 for a show that plays the best in soul music past and present

  67. Wake Up to Wogan Available on BBC iPlayer

    Terry Wogan's regular morning broadcast, featuring music, news and chat

  68. Zoe Ball Available on BBC iPlayer

    With the Saturday Early Breakfast Show

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