Chasing Rainbows

The first episode in the series shows how music invites fantasy and why it matters

A look at music and humour, from the good old days of the music hall, to films, radio and television, with contributions from the Cox Twins, Chris Harris, Harry Secombe, Tommy Trinder and Ian Dury

How music is passed from generation to generation - and how music is used in the search for harmony among the pupils of a tough inner-city school

This episode explores the relationship between music and work, from a boxer's workouts to hard funk to the influence of the World War II, factory dance bands, working men's clubs and rural folk music

The programme travels to Southall. Bangra music is a combination of Punjabi folk, Bombay film music and disco, reflecting a strong desire for a modern Asian identity.

Exploring talent and music in clubs, in pubs and on television - from traditional singalong entertainers to pop groups. With the Nolan Sisters, The Pacific, Faron, Jarrow Elvis and Simon Napier-Bell.