'Round Midnight

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Saxophonist Soweto Kinch picks jazz from all eras, with a focus on new British artists.

Saxophonist Soweto Kinch picks jazz from all eras and around the world, with a focus on new British artists, live sessions and guests, and undiscovered talent from BBC Introducing.

Saxophonist Soweto Kinch picks jazz from all eras and around the world, with a special focus on new British artists. Monday to Friday, with live sessions and guests, and undiscovered talent from BBC Introducing.

'Round Midnight: Zara McFarlane in session

Zara McFarlane in session

BBC Radio 3 - 'Round Midnight, Zara McFarlane in session

The UK singer Zara McFarlane pays tribute to Sarah Vaughan in her centenary year.

This week marks the first instalment of ‘Round Midnight, the new Radio 3 weekday evening jazz programme presented by British saxophonist Soweto Kinch and showcasing the very best jazz, with a particular focus on the UK scene.  

On Fridays, ‘Round Midnight will be the home of in-depth live sessions, guest mixtapes, and musical conversations. This week, British singer Zara McFarlane is live in the studio, interpreting Sara Vaughan classics to mark the centenary of her birth.

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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