Brian Matthew with hits and B-sides.
For the next two weeks the sardonic comic star takes his first ever shot at Radio 2 deejaying, abetted by Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington. Producer Malcolm Prince
Gift-giving the Gervais way: p22
The Irish crooner spins a selection of pop duets, including 2005 hits. Producer Mark Goodier
Music, features and special guests.
Some of the great Christmas records.... and some of the worst.
Producer Fiona Day
Funk master Norman Jay presents Christmassy tracks from the worlds of blues, jazz, hip-hop and reggae. Producer Alex Feldman
US rock 'n' roll holiday recordings of the 50s and early 60s. Guest Robert Plant picks some of his favourites.
r Jazz-pop star Jamie Cullum performs Christmas carols and songs with the London
Community Gospel Choir and guests Beverley Knight,
Simon Webbe and David McAlmont , live at St John's, Smith Square, in London Producer Mark Goodier
In a programme recorded on location in Jerusalem and Bethlehem, Roger Royle retraces the events that led to the first Christmas night.
Producer Mark O'Brien
Stephen Williams directs the Chapter House Choir of York Minster. Aled Jones presents. Producer Bob McDowall
Including at 2.30 Pause for Thought with Cameron Stout in Scotland.
With seasonal music and carols.
6.15 as 2.30
