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New Year’s Eve

Soweto welcomes in 2026, and he’s joined by some friends of the show along the way.

'Round Midnight is presented by award-winning saxophonist Soweto Kinch. This weekday late-night show celebrates the thriving UK jazz scene and spotlights the best new music alongside incredible acts from past decades.

In this New Year’s edition, Soweto guides us into 2026 with more of the best in jazz. Along the way he'll have messages from some friends of the show - Norma Winstone, NIJI, Gary Crosby, and Brandee Younger, each sharing a favourite track that for them is perfect for an end of year party or for taking a reflective moment as the new year arrives.

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1 hour

Last on

Wed 31 Dec 202523:30
BBC Radio 3

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Music Played

  • Linda May Han Oh, Ambrose Akinmusire & Tyshawn Sorey

    Portal

    • Strange Heavens.
    • Biophilia Records.

  • Mike Walker

    A Real Embrace

    • Madhouse & The Whole Thing There.
    • Hidden Idiom.

  • Karim Saber

    No Virgos

    • No Virgos.

  • Incognito

    Running Away

    • Music.Magic.Ironic.
    • Splash Blue.

  • Steam Down, Ahnansé & Afronaut Zu

    Tempest

    • Tempest.
    • Ganix Recordings.

  • Momoko Gill

    2close2farr

    • 2close2farr.
    • Strut.

  • Duke Ellington

    Second Line

    • New Orleans Suite.
    • Rhino/Elektra.

  • Queen Colobus

    Flare

    • Dandelion.

  • Max Roach

    Effi

    • Members Don't Get Weary.
    • Atlantic.

  • Alice Coltrane

    The Sun

    • A Monastic Trio!.
    • UMG Recordings.

Broadcast

  • Wed 31 Dec 202523:30
    BBC Radio 3