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Earlier... with Jools Holland

Jools shares his lifelong passion for classical music with fascinating studio guests.

Radio 3,5 episodes

Episodes

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Jools and guests share their musical favourites
Jools is joined by designer Jasper Conran, with music by Telemann, Chopin and Ray Charles.
03 Jan 2026,59 mins
Jools and Lady Glenconner choose their festive favourites
Jools hosts a Christmas Special with his guest Anne Glennconner.
20 Dec 2025,59 mins
Guy Chambers on his most-loved classical music
Jools is joined by songwriter and producer Guy Chambers.
13 Dec 2025,59 mins
Jools meets the American musician Stewart Copeland.
Jools is joined by musician Stewart Copeland with music by Adams, Debussy and Liszt.
03 May 2025,59 mins
Jools shares music with Jim Moir (aka Vic Reeves)
Jools is joined by artist and comedian Jim Moir, with music from Mendelssohn to Messiaen.
08 Jun 2024,59 mins