'Round Midnight

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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: Jazz & Blues: Jazz

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: Monty Alexander’s 80th birthday

Monty Alexander’s 80th birthday

BBC Radio 3 - 'Round Midnight, Monty Alexander’s 80th birthday

Soweto Kinch plays a Monty Alexander tune for his 80th birthday.

‘Round Midnight is presented by award-winning saxophonist Soweto Kinch. This weekday late-night show celebrates the thriving UK jazz scene and spotlights the best new music alongside incredible acts from past decades. 

Tom Skinner is spending the week on the show selecting some of his favourite records. His pick tonight comes from Julius Hemphill.

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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