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THIS WEEK’S HIGHLIGHTS TELEVISION & RADIO / BBC WEEK 22

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SATURDAY 27 MAY Final  NEW BBC One Scotland

MONDAY 29 MAY – BANK HOLIDAY Trusadh - Later Life Care (Cha tig an aois leatha fhèin)  NEW BBC ALBA

FRIDAY 2 JUNE The Beechgrove Garden  TV HIGHLIGHT BBC Two Scotland ______

Viewers outside Scotland can access BBC One Scotland on Sky 141 (HD) & 951, Freesat 108 (HD) & 960, Virgin Media 108 (HD) & 862. BBC Two Scotland can be viewed on Sky 142 (HD) & 970, Freesat 970. BBC ALBA is on Sky 143, Freesat 110, Virgin Media 188, Freeview 8 (Scotland only). BBC Radio Scotland can be accessed on Sky 0116, Freesat 712, Freeview 719 (Scotland only). BBC One Scotland, BBC Two Scotland and BBC ALBA are also available on the BBC iPlayer .co.uk/iplayer & BBC Radio Scotland on bbc.co.uk/radioscotland

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Texas & the BBC Scottish Sympony Orchestra in tune for an unmissable BBC Music Day show in

As a preview to this year’s BBC Music Day, Scottish superstars will join forces with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra for a unique gig at Glasgow’s legendary Barrowland music venue. This unmissable collaboration will be broadcast live on BBC Radio Two and BBC Radio Scotland on Friday 9 June, with highlights on BBC Two Scotland on Friday 16 June.

BBC Music Day, the UK-wide annual celebration of music, takes place on Thursday 15 June and, this year, celebrates the power of music – bringing people together, enhancing feelings of wellbeing and creating unforgettable moments. As well as Texas and the BBC SSO gig on Friday 9 June, music highlights for this year’s BBC Music Day includes performances from Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, Will Young and the Courteeners and Alfie Boe, amongst many other music highlights across the UK.

Texas & the BBC SSO show will be hosted on the night by BBC Radio Scotland’s Vic Galloway. As a preview of this live show, Billy Sloan will present a special show on BBC Radio Scotland between 6.30-8pm highlighting some of the best live gigs. Tickets to the concert are free and the public can apply through a ballot on BBC Shows and Tickets website from Monday 22 May - www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours

Sharleen Spiteri of Texas is looking forward to the Scottish gig and taking the stage alongside the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra. She says: “It's always a magical moment to play with an orchestra, even more so in your home town.”

Following on from the huge success of last year’s Travis and the BBC SSO collaboration, Sharon Mair, BBC Scotland’s Editor, Radio Music and Events, is delighted to see Scotland host another must- see music partnership: “I am thrilled we are able to bring this event back to the iconic Barrowland Ballroom with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and this year with international superstars Texas for BBC Music Day.”

After the Texas gig, Scotland will join in the BBC Music Day celebrations on Thursday 15 June with a specially themed ‘Get It On’ programme on BBC Radio Scotland, hosted by Bryan Burnett (6.30- 9.00pm).This will be followed by ‘The Quay Sessions’ live (9.00-11.00pm) presented by Roddy Hart , including a performance from Lau. The show will also showcase Scottish music with the shortlist for the SAY Awards (Scottish Album of the Year Awards). There will also be another chance for fans to hear Texas and the BBC SSO at the Barrowlands gig.

Bob Shennan, Director of BBC Radio “BBC Music Day is a chance for people across the country to celebrate the power of music in all its glorious forms, from participating in one of their local events to tuning in at home for some fantastic performances. There is a diverse array of activities on offer with something for everyone to help mark the contribution that music makes to our lives.”

Information about events and how to participate is available on the BBC Music Day website bbc.co.uk/musicday

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SATURDAY 27 MAY TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS /BBC WEEK 22 ______

Scottish Cup Final Sportscene  NEW Saturday, May 27 BBC One Scotland, 1.15-5.20pm

Aberdeen v Celtic (kick-off 3pm)

Live from Hampden Park, Glasgow

The showpiece event of the Scottish football season sees Derek McInnes’ take on ’ Celtic for the oldest national football trophy in the world.

The Dons last lifted this trophy in 1990, when they defeated today’s opponents in the first-ever Scottish Cup final penalty shoot-out after a 0-0 draw over 90 minutes of normal play and 30 minutes of extra-time. Brian Irvine converted the vital kick to give Aberdeen their seventh Scottish Cup victory. Meanwhile, Celtic are the most successful club in this competition with 36 wins, their last victory coming in 2013 when they beat Hibernian 3-0.

Brendan Rodgers will be hoping to secure his place in Celtic history. Victory would land him the last leg of a domestic treble which has only been achieved by two previous Celtic managers – the legendary and more recently Martin O’Neill. The achievement would carry added significance as it is almost exactly 50 years since the Lisbon Lions lifted the European Cup.

Derek McInnes has consolidated Aberdeen’s position as the second force in Scottish football in recent years. They finished runners’ up in the Premiership title race and have already been to one Hampden final this season, losing 3-0 to Celtic in the League Cup. The Pittodrie side last lifted a trophy in 2014 when they won the League Cup, and will be looking to take more silverware back to the Granite City today.

The Sportscene team will be telling the story of how this season’s Scottish Cup unfolded. Key players talk about their cup campaigns and aspirations and we’ll have in-depth interviews with the managers. We take a nostalgic walk down memory lane with both clubs, plus we'll bring you all the team news and tactical analysis as kick-off approaches.

The programme is introduced by Rob Maclean with , Michael Stewart and Alan Stubbs, with further commentary from Liam McLeod & Steven Thompson.

A BBC Sport Scotland Production

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MONDAY 29 MAY – BANK HOLIDAY TV & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS /BBC WEEK 22 ______

Trusadh - Later Life Care (Cha tig an aois leatha fhèin)  NEW Monday 29 May BBC ALBA, 9.00 – 10.00pm

A look at how the community cares for the older generation - those that were previously there for us. Not all need care, but for those that do there are many options available to meet their needs. Trusadh will meet some of the people and organisations who attend to the older generation and offer various services. The programme examines how musical events, hobbies, time conversing with younger generations, and new Virtual Reality technology all play an important role in making a difference to older persons’ lives. From living at home with the family, to care homes and sheltered housing, Trusadh looks at the various ways that society cares for the elderly.

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TUESDAY 30 MAY TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS / BBC WEEK 22 ______

River City Tuesday 30 May BBC One Scotland HD, 8.00 – 9.00pm facebook.com/bbcrivercity twitter.com/bbcrivercity instagram.com/bbcrivercity

This week in Shieldinch…Robbie steals money from the Tall Ship to feed his addiction, framing an innocent party in the process; faced with his own mortality, Angus makes a shocking proposal to Kim; and Frankie’s new boyfriend causes the Roths great concern. Suffering from painkiller withdrawals, Robbie resorts to stealing from the Tall Ship to feed his addiction. When Suzie realises the money has gone, she immediately suspects Jules who takes it as a racist slur. Robbie meets Stevie to buy more painkillers and witnesses Jules storming out of the Tall Ship, bag in hand. However, his moral compass is so skewed by addiction he does nothing to right his wrongs and clear Jules from a crime she didn’t commit. Jules finds a shoulder to cry on in Maggie who knows Robbie is responsible and explains his addiction is clouding his judgement. Her words of wisdom come from bitter experience. Elsewhere, Angus is overwhelmed by the advice from his neurosurgeon, refusing to accept surgery is his only option. He confides in Kim who’s worried he’s given up on life already. With Angus clinging on to the false hope she’s pregnant, Kim’s forced to admit their attempt failed. Desperate to make a difference before it’s too late, Angus makes an indecent proposal to Kim. Frankie delights in shocking her family by introducing new boyfriend, Rick. However, while Greig and Lorna worry about the age difference, Annie knows all too well the real danger Rick poses to her niece.

Robbie is played by Gary Lamont, Angus by Scott Fletcher, Kim by Frances Thorburn, Frankie by Louise McMenemy, Rick by Alex Ferns, Suzie by Juliet Cadzow, Jules by Aisha Toussaint, Stevie by Iain Robertson, Maggie by Kathryn Howden, Greig by Glen Wallace, Lorna by Alana Hood and Annie by Dawn Steele.

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North Coast 500 - Le Anne Lundon, Ep 3/4 Tuesday 30 May BBC ALBA, 8.30 – 9.00pm

The third stage of Anne Lundon's coastal road-trip, takes her from the shadow of Suilven, by Lochinver, round the unique coastline towards many travellers’ final destination, John O Groats.

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WEDNESDAY 31 MAY TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS /BBC WEEK 22 ______

Fuine/Cooking – Puddings, Ep 5/8 Wednesday 31 May BBC ALBA, 8.30 – 9.00pm

Mairi MacRitchie is in the Highlands and Islands meeting the country's most passionate cooks and home bakers. They share with her the secret to the perfect after dinner treat. With guests gathered round the table it has to perfectly round off a delicious meal. From Stornoway to Portree Mairi samples a range of delicious desserts. She sees how presentation as well as preparation is key as she tastes a cappuccino Panna Cotta that can be made beforehand and served in dainty china teacups. She also tries an Eve's pudding with pear and raspberry - the perfect winter warmer. Mairi always looks forward to pudding at the end of a meal. Her recipe for lemon surprise pudding separates in the oven to a zingy custard and a light lemon sponge. A fresh summer fruit tart with rich custard will be enough to tempt your guests and everyone at the table will suddenly have room for the final course.

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THURSDAY 1 JUNE TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS / BBC WEEK 22 ______

Dhan Uisge (River Garry) , Ep 2/10 Thursday 1 June BBC ALBA, 10.30 – 10.40pm

A new series following Calum MacLean as he shares his passion for swimming in remote lochs and rivers. There is nothing that Calum loves better than finding far-flung locations for outdoor swimming and in this ten part series, he reveals some of his favourite places throughout Scotland. His chosen settings are ones not often trumpeted and some that can only be accessed after strenuous endeavours. As he states himself: "I love to swim outdoors alone with no living person to be seen". The ten locations featured include River Douchary, Loch Maree Islands, Loch Coruisk, Easdale Island and Sanna, Ardnamurchan. He also takes up a challenge to swim through punishing currents over to the island of Luing. As we visit all of these amazing spots, we learn more about wild swimming and its current popularity, and why Calum goes to such lengths for that perfect swim.

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FRIDAY 2 JUNE TELEVISION & RADIO HIGHLIGHTS / BBC WEEK 22 ______

The Beechgrove Garden  TV HIGHLIGHT Friday, 2 June BBC Two Scotland, 8.30-9.00pm

The Beechgrove team take a break from the garden to be at Gardening Scotland, the biggest gardening show north of the border. The cream of British growers will be there, with everything from pansies to pelargoniums, and cacti to clematis in a stunning floral frenzy. Among those growing for gold at this event will be exhibits showing off their medals from last week’s Chelsea flower Show. Beechgrove will be concentrating on the Scottish talent and Scottish plants, providing a sneak preview and sampling the unique atmosphere of Gardening Scotland.

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