A new work from Scottish composer Sir James MacMillan, whose Fourth Symphony was written for the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and dedicated to their conductor Donald Runnicles. Show more
In a personal tribute, British soul singer Laura Mvula travels to New York to celebrate the Nina Simone songs that mean most to her and explore their musical roots. Show more
Documentary following former Young Musician of the Year and virtuoso violinist Nicola Benedetti, as she joins the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra on a tour of India. Show more
Sanjeev Bhaskar travels across the subcontinent to get under the skin of the Indian movie business, meeting the stars of the silver screen and the people behind the scenes. Show more
Recorded on his birthday, highlights of Van Morrison's unique live performance on the Belfast avenue he made famous through the iconic album Astral Weeks.
Portrait of Irish rockers Thin Lizzy, who had success in the 70s with albums like Jailbreak, but were hit by drug and alcohol problems that led to the death of founder Phil Lynott. Show more
Documentary tracing the ebb and flow of the guitar riff - the DNA of rock 'n' roll - over the last 60 years of popular music, from Chuck Berry through to The White Stripes. Show more
The story of The Kinks, one of the UK's most important and influential bands, as told in performances on The Old Grey Whistle Test, Top of the Pops and Later...with Jools Holland. Show more
In a personal tribute, British soul singer Laura Mvula travels to New York to celebrate the Nina Simone songs that mean most to her and explore their musical roots. Show more
Documentary following former Young Musician of the Year and virtuoso violinist Nicola Benedetti, as she joins the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra on a tour of India. Show more
