Classic FM’s Race to the Arctic with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions sets sail on Friday 12th September at 9pm on Classic FM and Global Player
Classic FM, the UK’s most popular classical music station, is joining with leading expedition cruise company HX for the third series of its popular travel and classical music programme Race to…, this time, taking a musical journey to the Arctic.
Sue Perkins, one of the nation’s best loved broadcasters, comedians and travel presenters, returns to Classic FM at the helm of Classic FM’s Race to the Arctic with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions, which departs on Friday (12th September).
Every Friday at 9pm for the next four weeks, Sue will take listeners on a fascinating musical expedition to the breathtaking Svalbard archipelago, high above the Arctic Circle, exploring cities, countries and continents, whilst celebrating classical music connections along the way. The series starts where the second series, Race to the Galápagos Islands, finished.
Listeners will join Sue to travel through iconic destinations – many visited on HX’s voyages – from Alaska, Northwest Passage, Greenland, Iceland and Norway. Sue will delve into the rich cultural heritage of each region, discovering classical masterpieces that originated in, or were inspired by, the truly breathtaking destinations, such as Dances in the Canebrakes by Florence Price, The Lord of the Rings by Howard Shore and Peer Gynt by Edvard Grieg.
To accompany the new series, Classic FM is launching a brand-new curated playlist on Global Player, the official Classic FM app – titled The Best of Sue Perkins’ Classical Expedition – featuring music from all three Race to… series, alongside special content from Sue.
“I am thrilled to be part of the Classic FM family for another brilliant musical adventure. This time, I’m journeying from the Galápagos Islands to the Arctic, weaving together two of my greatest passions – travel and classical music.
From the tropical wonders at the start of our voyage, to the icy expanse of the Arctic, I can’t wait to share with listeners the music inspired by each breathtaking place we visit.”
SUE PERKINS, CLASSIC FM HOST
“We are excited to join with our friends at HX again and build on our highly successful partnership for the third series of the Race to... programme. It is also fantastic to welcome back a Classic FM favourite – Sue Perkins – as she leads us on our next musical exploration.
To accompany Sue and our listeners, we have chosen the best classical music as the soundtrack for another voyage of discovery, as we celebrate the many music connections en route.”
SALLY ARDIS, CLASSIC FM’S SENIOR MANAGING EDITOR
Suzanne Hall, European Marketing Director at HX, said: “We’re delighted to continue our collaboration with Classic FM, as Sue Perkins sets off on her latest adventure in the new Race to the Arctic series, following the success of her journeys to Antarctica and the Galápagos Islands. Sue’s curiosity and spirit of adventure embody the essence of HX, making this partnership the perfect fit. Classic FM listeners will be transported to Alaska’s wilderness, Greenland’s coastline, northern Norway’s winter wonderland and the remote landscapes of Svalbard, where wildlife, science and exploration come together to reflect the heart of our expeditions.”
Classic FM’s Race to the Arctic with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions is broadcast every Friday at 9pm on Classic FM, available across the UK on Global Player, 100-102 FM, DAB digital radio and TV, and ClassicFM.com.
