Join Elizabeth Alker to wake up the day with a selection of the finest classical music.

Tom Service talks to the legendary soprano Dame Kiri Te Kanawa as she celebrates both her 80th birthday and the 21st anniversary of her foundation, which supports young artists.

Jools introduces music he loves by Richard Strauss, Percy Mayfield and Sophia Jani. Plus we hear guitarist Johnny Marr on discovering the music of Ennio Morricone. Show more

Clive Myrie in conversation with news correspondents. He and Lyse Doucet share stories revealing the power and meaning of music when reporting from extreme conflict situations. Show more

William Mival chooses his favourite recording of Korngold's Violin Concerto in Building a Library, and tenor Alessandro Fisher reviews a selection of new releases. Show more

Elle Osili-Wood dusts off her easel to showcase the best illustration in games, from Chicory: A Colorful Tale to Cuphead. Elle's guest is superstar woodwind player Kristin Naigus. Show more

Jess Gillam is joined by composer Anna Clyne to share some of their favourite tracks, including music from Anna Thorvaldsdottir, Stravinsky, and Simon & Garfunkel. Show more

Hannah French presents Monteverdi's Coronation of Poppea from the Liceu Theatre, Barcelona, starring Julie Fuchs, Magdalena Kožená and David Hansen and conducted by Jordi Savall. Show more

Kathryn Tickell presents a round-up of the latest sounds from around the globe, including Road Trip from New Orleans. Show more

The latest sounds from the world of new music, including the premiere of Rolf Hind's Blue to the Throat - eight movements for the singer Elaine Mitchener, exploring the throat. Show more

Ad Astra in music by Nardini, Cambini, Tartini and Mozart. John Shea presents. Show more