A celebration of country and western music, featuring performances, profiles and documentaries, introduced by Dolly Parton and, from Nashville, Tennessee, by Jools Holland.
See today's choices. Producer Andy King ; Editor Avril MacRory
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8.05 Dolly Parton "Treasures"
Dolly Parton is one of country music's most celebrated singers and has also acted in a number of films. In this special programme she performs some of her best-loved songs, takes questions from the audience, introduces archive clips and special guests, and discusses the recording of her latest album Treasures. Songs include a cover of Neil Young's After the Goldrush. An interview with Dolly Parton can be seen at 9.30pm. (Stereo)
Followed by Talking Country
Throughout the night, personalities - ranging from comedians to politicians - choose their favourite country songs. Producer Frank Hanly
9.00 Nashville Live with Jools Holland
The pianist introduces a concert from the Ryman Auditorium, the original home of country show the Grand Ole Opry, in Nashville, Tennessee. The cast boasts many of modern country's leading lights, including Reba McEntire, Alison Krauss and Ricky Skaggs. Producers Mark Cooper and Martin Fischer
Continued at 10pm
9.30 Dolly Parton - She Ain't No Dumb Blonde
In an interview recorded last December, Dolly Parton talks frankly about her humble beginnings and ascent to stardom. The programme also features rare archive performances from country luminaries including Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson. Director Andy King : Producer Avril MacRory
10.00 Nashville Live with Jools Holland
More music from the Ryman Auditorium.
Concluded at 11.45pm
10.45 Song Roads: a Musical Friendship from Nashville to Dunkeld
Documentary chronicling the personal and professional relationship which has blossomed between American country singer Kathy Mattea and Scottish folk singer-songwriter Dougie MacLean. Mattea fell in love with MacLean's innovative music, which is rooted in ancient Scots culture, and when MacLean heard Mattea's Midwestern tones, the duo began an unusual musical exchange.
Director/Producer Mark Littlewood
(Stereo)
11.45 Nashville Live with Jools Holland
A final call at the Ryman Auditorium, plus a set from a nearby venue by upcoming country band BR5-49. Stereo .....
12.15am Emmylou Harris
The enduring singer Emmylou Harris reflects on her three decades in music, from her early days with country pioneer Gram Parsons and with her legendary Hot Band. through to the acoustic style she has deployed recently. Harris also talks about her recent album The Wrecking Ball, which features collaborations with Canadian rocker Neil Young, producer Daniel Lanois and U2 drummer Larry Mullen Jr, and about forthcoming work with Chrissie Hynde of the Pretenders.
Director Craig Duncan Stereo
12.40 Let's Go to Luckenbach, Texas....
Luckenbach, a tiny town in the Lone Star State, is the spiritual home of Texan country music. From the town's dance hall, singer Jerry Jeff Walker presides over an evening of music and dancing.
Director Anthony Wall : Producers Frank Hanly and Debbie Geller Stereo ....
Followed by Weatherview
1.35-2.50am HonkyTonk Juke Box
Simon Hickson rounds off tonight's Country Night with a selection of music videos, rare performances and short films from the world of country music.
Directors Jamie Gould and Sarah Horsfall
Producer Andy King
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8.05-2.50am (notPDC)....
