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In his quest to find out, Richard speaks to musicians, educators, cultural

commentators and policy makers, asking whether music in the UK risks losing a
place of relevance – or conversely, if the situation is actually far brighter than some
might suggest.

In Music on the Frontline with Clive Myrie, the broadcaster shares stories of

comfort provided by classical music while reporting on relevant and challenging
news stories. He talks to a range of fellow correspondents including John Suchet,
John Simpson, Christina Lamb and Matt Frei about their listening habits while
reporting.

Earlier… with Jools Holland, where the pianist and broadcaster shares his lifelong
passion for classical music, from his love of well-known works to new discoveries by
today’s composers and performers. Jools will be joined by guests revealing their own
favourite classical music (Saturdays, 12pm-1pm).

Two of Radio 3’s best-loved voices host new weekend programmes. In a new, live
programme for Saturday mornings, Tom Service features three hours of diverse
classical repertoire, and explores the vibrant music scene today. Alongside the very
best recordings – from the historic to the brand new – Tom interviews many of the
world’s most famous performers, and is joined by guests to discuss and unpack the
latest stories in the arts world (Saturdays, 9am-12pm)

Sara Mohr-Pietsch’s new Sunday afternoon programme explores classical works
and their connections with other genres and time periods (Sundays, 1.30pm–3pm).

Radio 3 is the new home of Friday Night is Music Night, featuring the BBC
Concert Orchestra in performances of light music from Europe and America,
alongside classical favourites, operetta, music for theatre, and a range of film and TV
scores, both popular and rarely-heard (Fridays, 7.30pm-9.45pm). Presented by Katie
Derham and Petroc Trelawny. Radio 2 will continue to broadcast Sunday Night is
Music Night specials regularly through the year.

’Round Midnight is a new evening programme presented by British
saxophonist Soweto Kinch, adding a weekday jazz focus to the station’s schedule,
while Jazz Record Requests remains as a Sunday slot dedicated to the
genre. ’Round Midnight features the best in jazz, with a particular focus on British
artists (Mon-Fri, 11.30pm–12.30am).

Classical Live is a new weekday three-hour afternoon programme from Salford,
presented by Tom McKinney, Elizabeth Alker, Linton Stephens and Fiona
Talkington. Emphasising Radio 3 as the home of live classical music, the programme
will bring listeners exclusive performances of orchestral and chamber music