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John Coltrane at 100: An hour of Coltrane

Rounding off our week of John Coltrane centenary celebrations, Soweto shares music exclusively by Coltrane, reflecting on the sonic worlds the pioneering jazz artist created.

All this week, Soweto has been reflecting on the music and legacy of one of the most pioneering musicians and composers in jazz and 20th century music, John Coltrane.

To conclude the week, Soweto presents an hour of music exclusively by Coltrane, including some personal favourites and a particularly special release. Along the way, we will hear archival interviews from some of the fellow jazz greats who worked with Coltrane, including McCoy Tyner and Jimmy Cobb, as well as from the man himself.

‘Round Midnight is presented by award-winning saxophonist Soweto Kinch. This weekday late-night show celebrates the thriving UK jazz scene and spotlights the best new music alongside incredible acts from past decades.

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1 hour

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Friday23:30
BBC Radio 3

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Music Played

  • John Coltrane

    Mr Day

    • Coltrane Plays the Blues.
    • Atlantic Records.

  • Miles Davis Quintet

    So What (Live in Stockholm 1960) (feat. John Coltrane)

    • Miles Davis and John Coltrane Live in Stockholm 1960.

  • John Coltrane

    Cousin Mary

    • Giant Steps.
    • Atlantic Records.

  • John Coltrane & Johnny Hartman

    My One and Only Love

    • John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman.
    • Impulse! Records.

  • John Coltrane

    After The Rain

    • Impressions.
    • Impulse! Records.

  • John Coltrane

    Giant Steps (The Tiberi Tapes)

    • The Tiberi Tapes (Private Recordings / Bootleg).
    • Variable (often distributed via archival/historical releases).

  • John Coltrane & Wilbur Harden

    Dial Africa

    • Dial Africa: The Sahara Sessions (or Mainstream 1958).
    • Savoy Records.

Broadcast

  • Friday23:30
    BBC Radio 3