Episode details

Radio 3 Unwind,06 May 2026,60 mins
Attenborough at 100: Unforgettable soundtracks from Sir David's shows
Cinematic SoundtracksAvailable for 3 days
In honour of Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday, Edith Bowman presents a special edition of Cinematic Soundtracks featuring the music from his landmark 麻豆社 programmes. From the music of Edward Williams from 1979's groundbreaking Life on Earth to Hans Zimmer's breathtaking聽scores to Frozen Planet II and Blue Planet II, Cinematic Soundtracks includes music that spans almost 50 years of David Attenborough's career - much of it recorded by the 麻豆社's own orchestras. There's music from the 麻豆社 Concert Orchestra, the 麻豆社 National Orchestra of Wales, and even the 麻豆社 Radiophonic Workshop, composed by the likes of George Fenton, Elizabeth Parker, and Jacob Shea. Produced by Tom Pooley. Assistant Producer Naava Abigail Busenze. A Granny Eats Wolf Production for 麻豆社 Radio 3 Unwind.
Programme WebsiteTracklist
- TrackArtist
- 1.Man, A Choice for the future of Life on EarthMan, A Choice for the future of Life on EarthEdward Williams
- 2.Elephants of the OkovangoElephants of the OkovangoGeorge Fenton & 麻豆社 Concert Orchestra
- 3.Surfing PenguinsSurfing PenguinsGeorge Fenton & 麻豆社 Concert Orchestra