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An exploration of the spiritual song, from its origins in slavery in America, to its role in English rugby. From July 2004.

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Soul Music

Series 4

Stand By Me

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 29^th Jan 2016, 18:30 on BBC Radio 4 ExtraLatest broadcast: Mon 12^th Sep 2022, 03:00 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Available for over a year

Singer-songwriter Ben E King talks about writing the classic song, and others reflect on its lasting emotional power. From July 2004. Show more

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Soul Music

Series 4

Bach's Concerto in D minor for Two Violins

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 5^th Feb 2016, 18:30 on BBC Radio 4 ExtraLatest broadcast: Wed 16^th Sep 2020, 00:30 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Terry Waite and musician Steve Hackett talk about the emotional impact of Bach's music for two violins. From July 2004. Show more

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Soul Music

Series 4

Mad About the Boy

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 15^th Jan 2016, 18:30 on BBC Radio 4 ExtraLatest broadcast: Fri 8^th Mar 2024, 20:30 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Noël Coward wrote Mad about the Boy in 1932 to celebrate the powerful appeal of the silent movie star. From 2004. Show more

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Soul Music

Series 4

Like a Rolling Stone

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 12^th Feb 2016, 18:30 on BBC Radio 4 ExtraLatest broadcast: Fri 5^th Jan 2024, 20:30 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Available for over a year

Robbie Robertson, Al Kooper and Greil Marcus reflect on Bob Dylan's song that challenged and changed lives. From July 2004. Show more

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