Blur man explores classical's pop influence

Classic FM has signed up Blur's Alex James to present a programme looking at how classical music has influenced pop music. The three part series, called 'When Classic Meets Pop', will air on the national classical station in August. Confirming the appointment Classic FM MD told reporters: "As a founder member of one of Britain's foremost pop groups, Alex is uniquely placed to chart the influence classical music has had on the genre".