Special Interest, Power of Music

In this acclaimed BBC documentary, the wonders of European thought, philosophy, architecture, art, music and literature are explored, from the final days of Ancient Rome and the Middle Ages through the Renaissance and into contemporary times.

Enjoy fascinating stories about the flowering of Western sacred music, glorious architecture, but most of all superb performances by Harry Christopher and The Sixteen. 298 min. plus bonus concerts!

Sir James Galway hosts this comprehensive video survey of Western music. 16-part DVD series, 60 minutes each.

Ben Kingsley stars in Tony Palmer's film dramatizing the life of Shostakovich, who opposed the directives of Stalin and defied him with his music. 

A live-action retelling of how the best-loved carol was written on a snowy night in 1818, and how it has affected generations since.