St David's Day approaches and top of the bill, is Bryn Terfel. Bryn is the star guest in our St David’s Day Gala Concert this Sunday. The baritone joins the BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales and conductor, Gareth Jones, for an afternoon of Welsh favourites. Beverley Humphreys is your host, Sunday at 4pm. And hear Wynne Evans speak to the man that only he can lovingly refer to as "Brian Trifle" on Friday afternoon’s Big Welsh Weekend.
Bryn Terfel stars in our St David's Day Gala Concert
Earlier on St David’s Day, Simon Weston salutes the Welsh Guards as they celebrate their centenary (12.30); Catrin Finch is in with Lynn Bowles (2pm); meanwhile Mali Harries talks about the much awaited return of Hinterland with Roy Noble at 9.30.
Hinterland's Mali Harries joins Roy Noble on Sunday morning
One win, one defeat for Warren Gatland’s men in the Six Nations which mean’s Saturday night’s encounter in Paris against France is must win for Wales. The game is live at 5pm, and there’s a chance to Call Rick O’Shea afterwards.
Two wins out of two for Wales’ women so far, including victory over world champions, England. We’ve got live commentary of their match with France on Friday night’s Radio Wales Sport.
As the BBC’s Big Painting Challenge gets underway, Eleri Sion’s been getting in on the action. But after a 45 minute lesson, will she have what it takes to be an artist? See for yourself:
Can Eleri Sion learn to paint a scene in 45 minutes?
Finally, the Radio Wales Artist of the Week is Bangor’s Sam Parsons. You can hear All Night across the output this week and hear Sam in conversation with Eleri on Thursday.
Have a great week
Steve
