St George's Day at the BBC

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BBC Four takes an eclectic trip through the musical archives to celebrate St George's Day.

BBC Four takes an eclectic trip through the musical archives to celebrate St George's Day, including performances by Elton John, Maddy Prior, Joe Strummer, The Spice Girls and Echo & The Bunnymen.

To mark St George’s Day, join BBC Four for a trip through the archives and a selection of songs celebrating English history, landmarks and places. This eclectic mix features a huge array of musical styles and tastes, ranging from Elton John to Maddy Prior and Joe Strummer, as well as one of English football’s oddest cheerleading combinations in The Spice Girls and Echo & The Bunnymen.

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