The Early Music Show

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BBC Radio 3 is a radio channel that started transmitting on the 30th September 1967. It replaced Third Programme.

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Music: Classical: Early Music

Performance and news from the world of early music.

An exploration of early music, looking at early developments in musical performance and composition in Britain and abroad. UK only: please note that not all episodes are podcast.

The Early Music Show: Clare Salaman: A Tribute

Clare Salaman: A Tribute

BBC Radio 3 - The Early Music Show, Clare Salaman: A Tribute

Celebrating the life and work of Clare Salaman, champion of rare and exotic instruments.

Lucie Skeaping celebrates the life of Clare Salaman, founder of the Society of Strange and Ancient Instruments, and champion of rare and exotic instruments like the trumpet marine.

On the first anniversary of the passing of Clare Salaman, Lucie Skeaping celebrates her life and work. Clare founded The Society of Strange and Ancient Instruments, and championed rare and exotic instruments including the trumpet marine. With archive of Clare herself and contributions from fellow practitioners from the world of early music including Rachel Podger.

Live music and the arts: broadcasts more live music than any other radio network. Classical music is its core. Genres include world and new music, jazz, speech and drama.

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