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John Coltrane's centenary week

This week Soweto marks the centenary of one the most influential figures in jazz, John Coltrane. He is joined by guests along the way, starting with saxophonist Isaiah Collier.

This week, Soweto celebrates the centenary of John Coltrane, one of the most important and pioneering musicians in jazz and 20th-century music. From Monday to Thursday, Soweto invites four musicians to choose some of their favourite Coltrane records and reflect on his impact and legacy. To begin, Soweto welcomes his first guest, explorative American saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist Isaiah Collier.

‘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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23 days left to listen

1 hour

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Last Monday23:30
BBC Radio 3

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Music Played

  • John Coltrane

    I'll Wait And Pray

    • Coltrane Jazz.
    • Atlantic Records.

  • Isaiah Collier

    Landscape Of Dreams

    • Joy (EP).
    • Brownswood Recordings.

  • John Coltrane

    Transition

    • Transition.
    • Impulse! Records.

  • John Coltrane Quartet

    Spiritual (Live At The Village Vanguard)

    • “Live” at the Village Vanguard.

  • John Coltrane

    Dearly Beloved

    • Sun Ship.
    • Impulse! Records.

  • Alabaster dePlume

    Glass

    • Dear Children Of Our Children, I Knew: Epilogue.
    • International Anthem.

  • Jasmine Myra

    Echo

    • Where Light Settles.
    • Gondwana Records.

Broadcast

  • Last Monday23:30
    BBC Radio 3