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Essential Classics marks Sir David Attenborough's 100th brithday

Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music, today celebrating Sir David Attenborough at 100 with some of his favourite music that he has listened to around the world.

Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music, with a special celebration today of Sir David Attenborough at 100, including some of his favourite music that he has listened to around the world while making nature series, a special playlist inspired by his favourite birdsong, and archive moments of Sir David talking about nature and the music that means the most to him.

1000 Playlister starter: a special edition inspired by David Attenborough's favourite birdsong. Listen and send us your ideas for the next step in today's musical journey. Text 83111 or email essentialclassics@bbc.co.uk.

1030 Album of the Week: an exciting new classical release in focus throughout the week.

1115 Playlister reveal: an uninterrupted sequence of music suggested by you in response to today's starter piece.

1200 Feast of a Piece: indulge your ears with an orchestral masterpiece.

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Release date:

3 hours, 30 minutes

Broadcast

  • Friday 09:30