Miles Davis
Celebrating Miles Davis' music on the centenary of his birth
Legend
The incredible life stories of artists who changed music forever.
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'Round Midnight
Saxophonist Soweto Kinch picks jazz from all eras, with a focus on new British artists.
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The Essay
Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.
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Composer of the Week
An informative guide to composers' lives and their music.
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Miles Davis 100: In a Silent Way—Night Tracks
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with a late-night soundtrack as part of Miles Davis 100 on Radio 3.
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Miles Davis 100—Jazz Record Requests
Alyn Shipton celebrates the centenary of trumpeter Miles Davis.
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Birth of the Cool—Composer of the Week, Miles Davis 100
Kate Molleson explores the life and work of a cultural icon: Miles Davis.
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Kind of Blue—Composer of the Week, Miles Davis 100
Kate Molleson and Nate Chinen discuss Miles Davis's golden period during the 1950s.
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Miles Davis 100: A Celebration—The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum
Jamie celebrates what would have been the 100th birthday of jazz great Miles Davis.
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Miles Davis 100: Laura Jurd and Anthony Joseph in session—Late Junction
Verity Sharp shares a collaboration celebrating the legacy of jazz icon Miles Davis.
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The Second Great Quintet—Composer of the Week, Miles Davis 100
Kate Molleson and Nate Chinen discuss the Miles Davis sound of the 1960s.
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On the Corner—Composer of the Week, Miles Davis 100
Kate Molleson and Nate Chinen explore a pivotal period in the story of Miles Davis.
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Rebirth—Composer of the Week, Miles Davis 100
Kate Molleson and Nate Chinen discuss the last chapter in the life and work of Miles Davis
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Black Beauty—The Essay, Miles Beyond
How Miles Davis navigated racial politics in his life and music.
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The Man With The Horn—The Essay, Miles Beyond
How Miles Davis changed the tone of the trumpet.
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Sound Adventurer—The Essay, Miles Beyond
How Miles Davis used technology to expand the sound palette in jazz, and beyond.
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Style Icon—The Essay, Miles Beyond
Miles Davis’s image evolved alongside his music, making him a style icon.
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A New Standard—The Essay, Miles Beyond
How Miles Davis broadened the jazz repertoire, covering pop hits in the 1980s.
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Miles Davis 100: Byron Wallen—'Round Midnight
British trumpeter Byron Wallen spotlights three of his best-loved records by Miles Davis.
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Miles Davis 100: Cassie Kinoshi—'Round Midnight
The award-winning saxophonist Cassie Kinoshi shares three favourite albums by Miles Davis.
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Miles Davis 100: Marquis Hill—'Round Midnight
American trumpeter Marquis Hill picks three Miles Davis records that have impacted him.
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Miles Davis 100: Emma-Jean Thackray—'Round Midnight
The trumpeter, vocalist and producer picks three of her best-loved records by Miles Davis.
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Miles Davis 100: Miles Davis in concert—'Round Midnight
Soweto shares highlights from previously unreleased recordings of Miles Davis in concert.
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Miles Davis 100: Late Night Dreams—Dream Time
Zakia celebrates Miles Davis's 100th birthday, plus words from Sheila Maurice-Grey.
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