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BBC to air greatest music moments from its 90-year archive

A television special will showcase iconic performances spanning decades of British broadcasting history.

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At a glance

  • BBC special showcases greatest music moments from 90 years of broadcasting
  • Programme airs on BBC Two at 22:20
  • Features iconic performances from various eras and shows
  • Festival of Remembrance includes performances by Alfie Boe, James Emmanuel and Mica Paris

The BBC is broadcasting a programme featuring highlights from its 90-year archive of musical performances. The special will include appearances by major artists across different eras and programmes, drawing from the broadcaster's extensive collection of concert footage and live performances.

The programme airs on BBC Two at 22:20. Separately, performers including Alfie Boe, James Emmanuel and Mica Paris are scheduled to perform at the Festival of Remembrance.

Why it matters

The BBC has accumulated an extensive archive of musical performances over nine decades, offering viewers a retrospective of significant moments in British television history.

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