Sat 15 Dec - SIMON KING - Record collector 1 of 2

Tribute to Simon King (1 of 2). Lover of interesting, intriguing music and friend of Resonance, he left an extensive record collection. As a careful listener who acquired many albums for reference for his own work as a composer, Simon's legacy of records is vast and unique. Playing a selection, reading poems and sharing anecdotes about a man who was a purposeful and inspired collector. Part Two will be broadcast over the Christmas period.

Listen Again - Simon King Collection - 1 of 2

Sat 8 Dec - Rachael Ball - WOLF

Rachael Ball, author and illustrator, discusses her new book WOLF which follows the journey of a small boy and his relationship with his father. Looking at methods of illustration and how we can use the graphic novel express our intimate inner lives through art and word. Her first book 'The Inflatable Woman' expands through magical realism to create a poignant, introspective narrative of fear, zoo-keeping, breast cancer and internet dating.

Listen Again - Rachael Ball - WOLF, a graphic novel

Sat 1 Dec - LONDON COMPOSERS PLATFORM 2 - David Zucchi and Bertie Douglas

Winter is Coming. Bertie Douglas from the London Composers' Platform and saxophonist composer David Zucchi discuss and share wintry compositions with reference not simply to the seasonal and forthcoming Christmastide but also to environmental, economic and political mood.

Listen Again - London Composers Platform 2 - Music for the Xmas Season