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'Round Midnight

Saxophonist Soweto Kinch picks jazz from all eras and around the world, with a focus on new British artists, live sessions and guests, and undiscovered talent from BBC Introducing.

Radio 3,22 episodes

Episodes

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A Dorothy Ashby classic
Soweto spins a track by jazz harpist Dorothy Ashby, inspired by Japanese music traditions.
29 May 2025,60 mins
One from Elliot Galvin
An odd-time, driving release by the rising star pianist.
28 May 2025,60 mins
Brand new from Ines Valesco
Soweto shares a new release from the Mexico-born, Brooklyn-based composer.
27 May 2025,60 mins
Kahil El’Zabar’s 4/4
The legendary multi-percussionist and bandleader takes us round his record collection.
26 May 2025,60 mins
George Nelson’s Mixtape
The photographer, author, and curator of Moment's Notice gig series is in the mix.
23 May 2025,60 mins
One from Jasper Høiby
Alice Zawazdki selects a swirling release from the Danish bass player.
22 May 2025,60 mins
Something soulful from Sullivan Fortner
The New Orleans-raised pianist is back with a groove laden, thoughtful release.
21 May 2025,60 mins
A timeless track from 4hero
Alice Zawadzki spins an enduring love song from the legendary UK group.
20 May 2025,60 mins
Alice Zawadzki sits in
Singer, vocalist, and composer Alice Zawadzki sits in for Soweto all this week.
19 May 2025,60 mins
Zoe Rahman in concert
Soweto shares concert highlights from the expansive UK pianist.
09 May 2025,60 mins
One from Jacqui Dankworth
Soweto shares a dream-like ballad from the UK vocal legend.
08 May 2025,60 mins
Fresh from Azamiah
A new single from the Glasgow based collective ahead of their forthcoming album.
07 May 2025,60 mins
Brand new KOKOROKO
Soweto spins a release from ensemble KOKOROKO hot on the heels of their album.
06 May 2025,60 mins
NIJI’s Flowers
This week, soulful London pianist NIJI celebrates some of the living legends he ires.
05 May 2025,60 mins
Zakia’s May Day Mixtape
The broadcaster, writer, and DJ shares a special May Day themed mixtape.
02 May 2025,60 mins
Something sweet from Georgia Brown
Soweto spins a well-loved jazz standard from the British Broadway star.
01 May 2025,60 mins
Brand new from Fini Bearman
One from the UK singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and educator’s new album.
30 Apr 2025,60 mins
Meshell Ndegeocello in conversation
The Grammy-winning artist on her new album, inspired by James Baldwin.
27 Sep 2024,60 mins
The return of Samara Joy
The US star is back with a new single.
26 Sep 2024,60 mins
Fresh Josephine Davies
New music from the saxophonist's group Satori
25 Sep 2024,60 mins
BBC Introducing track by nova.sol
Soweto spins the Leeds group's debut release.
24 Sep 2024,60 mins
Kit Downes' Flowers
The pianist selects living legends and unsung heroes to celebrate.
23 Sep 2024,60 mins