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  1. Now, oh now I needs must part by John Dowland arranged by Percy Grainger

    Kenneth Hamilton's mind is filled with Dowland's song of parting at his mother's death.

  2. The Protecting Veil by John Tavener

    Steven Isserlis recalls the impact of a commission and his friendship with its composer.

  3. Disko Partizani by Shantel

    Composer Roxanna Panufnik discovers an earworm in duty free at Tel Aviv airport.

  4. Rockin' in Rhythm by Duke Ellington sung by Ella Fitzgerald

    In an airhead moment, Soweto Kinch needs Ellington’s sonic reminder that joy is essential.

  5. The Lamb by John Tavener

    Visits to a bird hide are accompanied by this song for singer-songwriter Kitty Macfarlane.