Among our most popular programmes were the five that we called our American Songbook Series. Produced annually over the last five years of the series, they explored the music of the great song-writers of the early and mid twentieth century, in wonderful new arrangements for two voices and string quartet by Laura Jones.

These programmes are all still in circulation. Click on any of the links below for playlists and further information. Explore our audio and video links for samples.

'S Wonderful
Gems from the brilliant collaboration of the brothers George and Ira Gershwin

High Standards
A sampling from the great songwriters – Jerome Kern, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim and more

Puttin' on the Ritz
A small selection from the legendary Irving Berlin, whose songs defined the American Songbook for half a century

Anything Goes
The dazzling lyrics and unforgettable melodies of the inimitable Cole Porter

Mad Dogs and Englishmen
The best of Noël Coward, whose wit, grace and style set the standard for all who followed