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American folk musician and multi-instrumentalist Sam Amidon and recorder player and baroque flautist Heidi Fardell take us on a global musical journey, from Salzburg to Soweto, with Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe. The history of the humble tambourine, the challenge of being a left-handed musician, and a little-known controversial involvement in slavery all feature as the next five tracks are added to the playlist.Producer: Jerome Weatherald Presented with musical direction by Jeffrey Boakye and Anna PhoebeThe five tracks in this week's playlist:Ballet Intermezzo: Tambourin by Mozart Ril Gan Ainm (No Name)/Cinnte Le Dia (Ah Surely)/The Union Reel by Mary Bergin Voodoo Child (Slight Return) by Jimi Hendrix Eternal Source of Light Divine by Handel Bring Him Back Home (Nelson Mandela) by Hugh MasekelaOther music in this episode:Million Voices by Otto Knows Walkin' Boss by Sam Amidon Mr. Tambourine Man by Bob Dylan Down in the Valley by Bessie Jones Wilson Rag by Elizabeth Cotten Grazing in the Grass by Hugh Masekela

Saxophonist and Radio 3 presenter Jess Gillam, and lyricist and songwriter Richard Stilgoe, launch a new series as they join Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe to add the first five tracks of the new playlist. The elements feature in three of the tracks (but Earth, Wind & Fire don't!), before we head to the barber's and round off with a Dylan classic.Producer: Jerome Weatherald Presented with musical direction by Jeffrey Boakye and Anna PhoebeThe five tracks in this week's playlist:I Feel the Earth Move by Carole King Earth by Joe Henderson and Alice Coltrane The Elements by Tom Lehrer Shave and a Haircut by Billy Watson and His International Silver String Submarine Band Mr. Tambourine Man by Bob DylanOther music in this episode:Ay Jona by The Bahama Social Club Will You Love Me Tomorrow by Carole King Poisoning Pigeons In The Park by Tom Lehrer Major General's Song from The Pirates of Penzance by W S Gilbert & Arthur Sullivan We Will All Go Together When We Go by Tom Lehrer Magic Melody by Les Paul and Mary Ford Unsquare Dance by The Dave Brubeck Quartet

Belize-born British composer Errollyn Wallen, the newly appointed Master of the King's Music, kicks off a discussion on music education and composing for young voices. Joining her is Neil Brand, a silent film expert who shares his experience scoring for a 1926 Western. They explore the nostalgic charm of early Eurovision, the communal spirit of Oasis's "Champagne Supernova," and the poignant social commentary in The Kinks' "Sunny Afternoon." The conversation wraps up with Marvin Gaye's emotional duet, highlighting the power of music across generations.

Musical legends Rick Wakeman, a prog rock icon and keyboard virtuoso, and concert violinist Fenella Humphreys join in a captivating conversation. They dive into Bach's Concerto for Two Violins, exploring gut strings and Baroque techniques. Rick marries prog and Baroque, showcasing Gryphon’s fusion sounds. They also dissect the 1930s roots of White Town's 'Your Woman' and the iconic phrasing in Fitzgerald and Armstrong's 'Summertime.' The journey culminates with Moldova's vibrant Eurovision entry, 'Trenulețul,' connecting musical traditions.

Jazz pianist and bandleader Julian Joseph discusses the interplay of musical harmony and groove, linking Elton John's work to modern Southern jazz. Rhiannon Giddens, a Grammy-winning musician and banjo specialist, explores the banjo's roots, tracing its journey from West Africa to America. She demonstrates early gourd-bodied banjos and clarifies the connection between the akonting and modern banjo. The conversation delves into the suppression of Black musical histories and the significance of preserving these stories.

Join singer and songwriter Joe Stilgoe and versatile cellist Gabriella Swallow as they dive into a world of musical connections. They explore the groundbreaking use of the vocoder in A Clockwork Orange, revealing its role in the film's chilling scenes. Joe links Beethoven's influence to Billy Joel's This Night, while Gabriella highlights the rhythmic ties between early doo-wop and mambo with Yma Sumac's vibrant track, Gopher. The conversation brings together diverse genres, showcasing the richness and interconnectedness of music.

Ukrainian-British pianist Dinara Klinton and Scottish operatic tenor Nicky Spence join Anna Phoebe and Jeffrey Boakye, taking us from a cheeky 1980s boy band from Birmingham via Domenico Scarlatti to the famous French duo behind the mask as they add the next five tracks.Producer: Jerome Weatherald Presented with musical direction by Jeffrey Boakye and Anna PhoebeThe five tracks in this week's playlist:Pass the Dutchie by Musical Youth Sonata in G Major by Domenico Scarlatti Maybe This Time by Liza Minnelli Phantom of the Opera by Sarah Brightman & Michael Crawford Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger by Daft Punk Other music in this episode:Wipeout by Duke University College Band My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean by Ella Fitzgerald Rule the Nation by U-Roy Gimme the Music by U Brown Pass the Kouchie by The Mighty Diamonds Cola Bottle Baby by Edwin Birdsong

Baritone Roderick Williams and bassoonist Amy Harman kick off with a famous four-letter acronym as they add the next five tracks to the playlist with Anna Phoebe and Jeffrey Boakye as they go on their latest international musical journey.From the cop, the cowboy and the construction worker in Greenwich Village, the show drops in on Brahms, visits the Canary Islands, and ends up at an unorthodox Ella Fitzgerald version of a traditional Scottish folk song.Producer: Jerome Weatherald Presented with musical direction by Jeffrey Boakye and Anna PhoebeThe five tracks in this week's playlist:YMCA by The Village People Scherzo in C Minor from the F-A-E Sonata by Johannes Brahms Canarios by John Williams ‘Pourquoi me réveiller?’ by Alfredo Kraus My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean by Ella FitzgeraldOther music in this episode:Linger by The Cranberries Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood by Nina Simone Macho Man by The Village People In the Navy by The Village People America from West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim Gypsy Woman by Crystal Waters Riverdance by Bill Whelan My Bonnie by Tony Sheridan and The Beat Brothers My Bonnie by Ray Charles

Pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason and lyricist and musician Richard Stilgoe join Anna Phoebe and Jeffrey Boakye as they add the first five tracks in the new series, taking us from a pop/disco banger from 2001 to Nina Simone, via a heartfelt countertenor revival.Producer: Jerome Weatherald Presented with musical direction by Jeffrey Boakye and Anna PhoebeThe five tracks in this week's playlist:Can’t Get You Out of My Head by Kylie Minogue Losing My Mind by Stephen Sondheim, sung by Bernadette Peters The Self Banished by John Blow, sung by Alfred Deller Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood by Nina SimoneOther music in this episode:Summer Breeze by The Isley Brothers The Self Banished by John Blow, sung by The Deller Consort

Recorder and baroque flute player Heidi Fardell and pianist Keelan Carew join Anna Phoebe and Jeffrey Boakye as they add the last five tracks, which include the theme for a famous animated woodpecker, a huge recent TV soundtrack with echoes of Beethoven, and a funked-up version of a classic 1960 guitar track by The Shadows. Add to Playlist will return with a new series on 16th AugustProducer: Jerome Weatherald Presented with musical direction by Jeffrey Boakye and Anna PhoebeThe five tracks in this week's playlist:Woody Woodpecker Song by Kay Kyser The Division Flute: Faronell’s Ground by Anonymous Succession – Main Title Theme – by Nicholas Britell Sonata Tragica by Nikolai Medtner Apache by The Incredible Bongo BandOther music in this episode:He's the Greatest Dancer by Sister Sledge Venus as a Boy by Björk Work by Rihanna ft Drake My Girl by Madness Apache by The Shadows Apache by Bert Weedon