Renowned double bassist and founder of the Chineke! Foundation, Chi-chi Nwanoku CBE returns to Classic FM to present a new Friday night series series of Chi-chi’s Classical Champions. Beginning on Friday 18 October, Chi-chi’s Classical Champions will highlight the talents of Black and ethnically diverse composers and performers – those who have enjoyed success, as well as those yet to receive recognition.
Across six weeks, Chi-chi will showcase exceptional music, share the stories behind the works and performances, and play a wide range of recordings – all personally chosen by her – from artists of diverse backgrounds spanning the 16th century up to the present day.
The series is focused on classical compositions that haven’t always had a platform – with the central aim that music featured will be broadcast on other programmes across Classic FM’s schedule. The first series of Chi-chi’s Classical Champions was broadcast in 2020.
