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Simon Russell Beale's series looking at the history of the symphony begins with Haydn's arrival in England in 1791 and continues with Mozart and Beethoven. Show more
Music show. Phil Cunningham joins the fun, and music co-directors Jerry Douglas and Aly Bain are also to the fore, along with Mike McGoldrick on pipes and whistles. Show more
How British groups were astounded by pizza, skyscrapers and real cowboys while America fell in love with a curious blend of swinging London and ye olde England. Show more
The second part of a series celebrating the success of British rock in America looks at how Led Zeppelin spearheaded a British stadium rock assault in the 70s. Show more
Final part of a series celebrating the success of British rock in America shows how the Sex Pistols and Duran Duran led new invasions in the 70s and 80s. Show more
Compilation of British rock 'n' roll acts with tracks that crossed over to the US charts, including Coldplay, A Flock of Seagulls, Bush, Black Sabbath, Supertramp and The Cure. Show more
Paul McCartney performs a selection of old Beatles hits plus newer solo songs at the Roundhouse in London.
Documentary, with photographs and footage, in which musician Mark Knopfler talks about how his songs have defined him and how they have been influenced by his own life and roots. Show more
Compilation of British rock 'n' roll acts with tracks that crossed over to the US charts, including Coldplay, A Flock of Seagulls, Bush, Black Sabbath, Supertramp and The Cure. Show more
