Monday 25th – Friday 29th May 2026 from 11.30pm
Soweto Kinch celebrates the centenary of Miles Davis, one of the most influential figures in 20th-century music, as part of Miles Davis 100 on BBC Radio 3. From Monday to Thursday, Soweto invites four musicians to select three of their favourite Miles records and share how he has influenced them. On Friday Soweto presents live music highlights from a collective of previously unreleased radio recordings, that have been unearthed by the European Broadcasting Union.
Read moreMonday 25th May 2026 - Bryon Wallen
To begin, Soweto welcomes his first guest, innovative trumpeter, composer and educator Byron Wallen.
Tuesday 26th May 2026 - Cassie Kinoshi
Tuesday marks the 100th birthday of Miles Davis, who was born on 26th May 1926 in Alton, Illinois. Continuing celebrations of the totemic trumpeter and composer’s centenary, as part of Miles Davis 100 on Radio 3, Soweto hears from his second guest of the week, composer and saxophonist Cassie Kinoshi. Cassie reflects on three records by Miles that she admires and explains how he has helped to shape her musical outlook.
Wednesday 27th May 2026 - Marquis Hill
On Wednesday's ‘Round Midnight, Soweto welcomes his third guest of the week, trumpeter and bandleader Marquis Hill. Marquis chooses three albums by Miles Davis that are important to him, and considers Miles' musical approach and legacy.
Thursday 28th May 2026 - Emma-Jean Thackray
On Thursday night's show, Soweto hears from his fourth and final guest, powerhouse trumpeter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and producer Emma-Jean Thackray, as she selects three albums by Miles Davis that have influenced her musical journey so far.
Friday 29th May 2026 - Miles Davis in concert
On Friday, Soweto presents a special programme featuring music exclusively by Miles Davis celebrating the centenary of the legendary musician and composer. We hear live music highlights from a collective of previously unreleased radio recordings, that have been unearthed by the EBU. The recordings range from 1960s to 1980s and feature fellow jazz greats alongside Miles including Wayne Shorter, Gary Bartz, and Herbie Hancock.
