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12:00am - 1:00am
Remaiin
Such Music: REMAIIN special - Seymour Wright's music selection. Hosted by Rihards Endriksons, journalist and artistic director of Latvia's Skaņu Mežs festival, Such Music is devoted to new works of free improvised music, either previously unheard or created specifically for the show. Free improvising saxophonist and writer Seymour Wright has created a selection of tracks that have influenced his work with the band [Ahmed], to be seen live this month at the Skaņu Mežs festival in Riga. In collaboration with the REMAIIN project, co-funded by the Creative Europe programme of the EU.
1:00am - 2:30am
The Ambrosia Rasputin Show
[Repeated from Sunday Noon.] Freewheeling music series with Ivor Kallin. In the last Ambrosia Rasputin Show of the year we preview Jazz in the 23rd century, we hear some Semantics, a Large Sheet of Muscle, some Infernal Contraptions, the Omega Institute, a Longplaying orchestra and a rare interview with Mr. Butterbiggins by a bus stop in Barra. Alliterative if nothing else.
2:30am - 3:00am
The Exeter Whisper
“The reason why raisins are dry is that radiation dries the grape to make the raisin.” In June 2018, Resonance recorded a very long Whisper at several primary schools in Exeter. The original text was written by Michael Rosen, but the fun really starts as his words get mangled as we go down the line. Featuring the pupils of Exwick Heights Primary School, Saint Leonard's Church of England Primary School, Saint Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery, and Willowbrook Primary School. Conceived and directed by Ed Baxter and produced by Michael Umney. Commissioned by University of Exeter Arts & Culture as part of Exeter Sound Context. First broadcast 12 July 2018.
3:00am - 4:00am
Trail Mix[Ed]
A three part series by Bram Thomas Arnold, made for Exeter Arts & Culture which forms part of the R&D stage of “Field Station” - a mobile field laboratory for transdisciplinary research by Dr Bram Arnold with the Environment and Sustainability Institute at the University of Exeter. Episode 1: “Following Professor Caitlin Desilvey’s presentation of the film Drop City at CAST studios in Helston in February 2020 Caitlin and I discussed a book we had both seen in a second hand shop in Falmouth: the exhibition catalogue of Hippie Modernism at the Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis in 2016, which catalogued the particular cultural moment that Drop City emerged out of - period of experimentalism of the late 1960s and early 1970s. This book and the ideas of Ant Farm, an arts collective exploring mobile forms of creative production, are examined as a critical reference point for the development of Field Station.”
4:00am - 5:00am
Sound As Object And Music Found
A three part examination by Diana Mavroleon of the life and work of Rolf Gehlhaar (1943-2019). At the cutting edge of computer and electronic music development since the 1960s, Gehlhaar considered music as a complex sound object which could represent elemental forces organised through architecture or process. Today: Part 2: experiments with ‘cellular’ polyphony, electronic studio work, tape techniques, synthesizers; moves to London; 3D sound; at IRCAM. First broadcast March 2016.
5:00am - 6:00am
Noveta Room Sound
Another chance to hear "Room Sound." Vindicatrix x New Noveta present the premiere of "Room Sound," their first 12" vinyl release. Featuring an interview with the artists, reflections on their work by Sophie Sleigh-Johnson. For information on the release visit purge.xxx/purrrrrj011. New Noveta is the performance art group led by Keira Fox and Ellen Freed. Theirs is a project ‘intent on reproaching attitudes that otherwise pathologize ‘difference as illness’ (Frieze). This new release documents the group’s five years of artistic collaboration with Vindicatrix, ‘a rare musician whose audacity and ability equal his high-goth histrionics and aesthetic ambitions’ (The Wire). First broadcast 8 April 2022.
6:00am - 7:00am
Flamencohead
A look at the fiercest side of flamenco, flamenco rock and other sounds inspired by it, with Javier Surroca. Tracks from Kajira, Esperanza Fernández, Rosario Montoya, Anna Calvi, Yuka Imaeda, Rosalía, El Luis, Las Grecas, José Mercé, Los Moneo, Rosario la Tremendita, La Niña de los Peines, and Paco de Lucia. First broadcast 17 November 2022.
7:00am - 8:00am
Voice From The East
"Voice from the East." Between 1970 and 1991 a woman, never named and with a sonorous antipodean accent, could be heard broadcasting some of the most extraordinary and unbelievable communist propaganda ever heard amongst the radio stations of the former socialist countries. Radio Tirana broadcast from Albania - at one time Europe's most secretive and closed country. The transmissions were the source of enormous fascination for one 13 year old boy who listened to the programmes at bath time, with increasing amazement. 53 year old journalist John Escolme was that 13 year old. We join his journey to track down the mystery broadcaster who not only recalls her life on-air, but her own extraordinary personal story - one that took her from remote New Zealand to an eccentric Stalinist regime rarely visited by anyone from the west. A Monitor Production in Sound. Producer: John Escolme. First broadcast 11 March 2022.
8:00am - 9:00am
Ensemble
SHAPE x Maintenant - Ensemble Podcast with Jiska Huizing and Rudi Valdersnes. "Ensemble" is a new series of original sound creations, building new collective imaginaries, produced by Maintenant festival and presented with the support of the SHAPE Platform, co-funded by the Creative Europe programme of the European Union. This episode is created by Jiska Huizing and Rudi Valdersnes.
9:00am - 10:00am
Hyperspace In Ruins
Hyperspace in Ruins - Part III: Alternative Educational Models. The third part of a radio series run by collaborative curatorial platform Irruptive Chora dedicated to access and technology in the arts, presented by curator Agata Kik and artist Ania Mokrzycka. A conversation between Open School East Artistic Director Polly Brannan and Co-founding Director of Conditions Matthew Noel–Tod, exploring new pedagogical practices, broken institutional structures and collective learning. Visit Instagram @irruptive_chora for more information. First broadcast 4 April 2022.
10:00am - 11:00am
Nostalgie Ya Mboka
Mundele Mafuta presents classic dance music of the two Congos, in a selection of show presented each day as part of our holiday schedule.
11:00am - 12:00pm
Future Classical
Benjamin Tassie speaks with contemporary composers about their music and the music that inspires them in selected holiday repeats from this year's series. Benjamin speaks with composer, cellist, and vocalist Ayanna Witter-Johnson about her recent work with The Solem Quartet, her experiences working with the London Symphony Orchestra, and how her heritage informs her music.
12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Traditional Music Hour
As part of our holiday schedule, Kevin Sheils presents an informed and judicious selection of recordings of traditional musics from Britain, Ireland and occasionally further afield.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
A World In London
DJ Ritu presents the UK’s definitive global music show from London in selected holiday repeats from this year's series.
2:00pm - 2:45pm
How To Make The Perfect Cup Of Coffee
What elements are involved in the making of a simple beverage? Dr Mark Miodownik provides an audibly practical demonstration of the answer in this 2008 broadcast made for The Free University of the Airwaves.
2:45pm - 3:15pm
The Rez
Produced by multiple-award winning Lance Dann, The Rez is a sci-fi podcast adventure for 9 – 11 year olds also told through a comic book and a game-based website. Set in a future where happiness is just another download, our young heroes start to wonder what’s missing in their ‘perfect’ lives, and reach back to the children of the 2020s for help building meaningful relationships and defeating an AI that wants to keep them under its control. Today: episode 5 - School's Out; and episode 6 -Tam Teaches.
3:15pm - 3:30pm
Micro Clear Spot
A short audio portrait of the mysterious Stefan Blomeir.
3:30pm - 3:45pm
We Can Make: The Build
At 55, John found himself living in a shed. So when We Can Make asked him if he wanted to pioneer the first home of a revolutionary sustainable housing project, he jumped at the chance. Join John as he finds the land, designs his house, pushes it through planning permission and finally starts to get his hands dirty… And if this sounds like something you'd be keen to do yourself, listen closely and get in touch, as We Can Make is only growing. Episode 4: What are the houses actually made of? John visits the We Can Make factory in Bristol, where he tries out various Modern Methods of Construction. First broadcast 14 November 2022.
3:45pm - 4:00pm
Night Of The Living Flatpacks
Feelgood five-part drama series by disabled and deaf writers that lifts the lid off stereotypes and flatpacks. When wheelchair user Stella goes to Sharewoods for a bit of soft furnishing retail therapy, she immediately falls for shop worker Ali, then bumps into high maintenance old schoolfriend Erica. The three women end up locked in the store overnight, in a funny, upfront exploration of independence and friendship. A co-production between Naked Productions and Graeae Theatre Company. Supported by Audio Content Fund. First broadcast May-June 2022.
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sound As Object And Music Found
A three part examination by Diana Mavroleon of the life and work of Rolf Gehlhaar (1943-2019). At the cutting edge of computer and electronic music development since the 1960s, Gehlhaar considered music as a complex sound object which could represent elemental forces organised through architecture or process. Today: Part 3: computer aided composition, stochastic algorithms, discovery of ultrasonic echo-location, “Sound=Space,” audience as performers; “Les lmmateriaux,” “Head Space,” Human Instruments research company. First broadcast March 2016.
5:00pm - 5:30pm
Fear Of Missing Out
Young people living in the UK, talking about the stuff we wish we'd learnt in school. Every episode, a new presenter goes on a personal journey through the bits of British history that people aren't talking about enough. Today: episode 5. India is a 21 year old student, content creator and activist from Bath. India is passionate about her activism, which focuses on anti-racism and intersectional feminism. But, often, India kind of feels like she’s just making things up as she goes along? India interviews four activists involved in actions in the 1980s - the Greenham Common Peace Camp, The Miners Strike, Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners and The Toxteth Uprising - to make her very own ‘How To’ Guide to Activism. A special thank you to Four Corners Gallery, London. This documentary mentions police violence. Take care listening. Producer: Jesse Lawson. A Boldface Production, supported by the Audio Content Fund. First broadcast 10 October 2022.
5:30pm - 6:00pm
Inner Voices
A series exploring themes of creativity in music and sound design, each episode is a mini-music documentary, tuning in to the “inner voices” of musicians, mixers and producers and how these emerge in their work. Commentary by fellow musicians and by experts in neuroscience, psychoacoustics and history. This week: Brighton-based, Nigerian-British lo-fi Hip Hop composer GiwHa talks about his inner voices, and the art of choosing "the right one" to guide him through his life immersed in music and "organic" sound. A river of sound – music by Minnie Riperton/J Dilla/Slum Village and the father of modern Nigerian art music, Fela Sowande, and more, accompany the elegant music of GiwHa. Produced, researched, written and presented by Martha Richler (aka Marf), a community radio presenter and artist. First broadcast 19 October 2022.
6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Outerglobe
Debbie Golt FRSA takes African music and wider arts and culture as her starting point in selected holiday repeats from this year's series. Visit outerglobe.co.uk for more information. Tweet to @outerglobe.
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Synaptic Island
A collective of DJs and artists explores a selected theme through music and conversation in selected holiday repeats from this year's series. Listen to archived shows on Mixcloud. For more information visit Synaptic Island on Twitter and Instagram.
8:00pm - 9:00pm
The MW Residency
This festive week, we revisit The MW Residency - a monthly show celebrating experiments in music and sound by women, NB and GNC people. Curated by Katie Callin. Tweet to @theMWresidency.
9:00pm - 10:00pm
MSCTY Radio Tokyo
Travel to Japan with Nick Luscombe and James Greer as they explore the sound of Tokyo. For more information visit www.mscty.space.
10:00pm - 10:30pm
Hellworld Half Hour
Andy Tuersley curates a sound collage of online panoptic hypnagogia. More same time tomorrow.
10:30pm - 12:00am
50/50 Soundsystem
Classic '60s, '70s and '80s old skool reggae, instrumental dub classics, and original soul breaks from the masters, presented as part of our holiday schedule.