Get To Know Scala Radio
From the launch to tuning in, find out all you need to know here...
Last updated 2nd Nov 2021
What is Scala Radio?
Scala Radio is an entertainment radio station that breaks the mould of classical music in the UK, fronted by presenters Angellica Bell, Mark Kermode, Penny Smith and Simon Mayo. Playing familiar masters from Mozart and Holst to surprising new works from living composers like Karl Jenkins, Rebecca Dale and Thom Yorke, film scores and musicals, along with performances by bright young artists like Alexis Ffrench, Jess Gillam and Sheku Kanneh-Mason, Scala Radio is an exciting discovery of classical music for modern life.
Featuring music that may be a surprising discovery or re-discovery, championed by presenters with personalities, and showcasing classical music through the lens of modern life.
Who are Scala Radio's presenters?
Scala Radio is the new station that doesn’t compromise on presenters or pieces, listen as Charles Nove, award-winning presenter Simon Mayo, Sam Hughes and master of the airwaves Mark Forrest guide you through the week.
Across the weekend Film critic Mark Kermode, Angellica Bell and Jack Pepper take the reins alongside fellow presenters Alexis Ffrench and Simon Mayo.
Full of personality and tracks that you know and love, plus some you won’t have heard anywhere else before, Scala Radio is bringing classical music into the 21st century.
Danielle Perry, 10am - 1pm - Saturday
Join Danielle Perry for plenty of great music for your Saturday morning.
Mark Kermode, 1 - 3pm - Saturday
Tune in to Mark every Saturday from 1 - 3pm to hear a range of familiar film scores, new releases and more eclectic discoveries. Listen as he reviews the latest films, champions up-and-coming film composers and takes us on a journey through the film scoring process.
Penny Smith at mid-mornings, 10am - 1pm
Penny Smith is the perfect accompaniment to your weekday as she brings you a mix of classical music and cultural guests, as well as live music every Wednesday in the Scala Sessions.
Mark Forrest on Evenings, 7pm - 10pm - Monday - Thursday
Mark Forrest presents a music-focused evening show from 7pm Monday to Thursday.
Simon Mayo, 10am - 12pm - Sunday
Simon Mayo's much-loved show has a new home on a Sunday morning from 10, as he explores the essential albums to include in your classical music collection.
Charles Nove at Breakfast, 7 - 10am - Monday - Friday
Start the day right with Charles, as he plays a blend of vibrant and soothing music for the morning and gives us a light and humorous look at the day's news stories.
Sam Hughes, 1 - 4pm - Monday - Friday & 6 - 8pm - Saturday
Sam kicks off the afternoon with musical escapism, playing both classical pieces you know and love alongside ones unheard anywhere else to get you through the day.
Darren Redick, 7 - 10pm - Friday & 8 - 10pm - Saturday & Sunday
Join Darren every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for two hours of uplifting classical favourites. Friday brings Classical Bangers, with Saturday bringing Saturday Night Scala and then Sunday Night Scala.
Jack Pepper, 3-5pm Saturday & 3-5pm - Sunday
Jack Pepper doubles up across the weekend with a new show from 3 on Sunday afternoons filled with classical music, alongside a new time for his Culture Bunker programme on a Saturday.
Luci Holland's The Console, 5 - 6pm - Saturday
Join composer, arranger and sound artist Luci on 'The Console', as she delves into the realms of video games, looking at the ever-growing popularity of classical music in gaming soundtracks.
Hannah Cox, 7 - 10am - Saturday & Sunday
Enjoy calming and uplifting music with Hannah Cox every weekend morning.
Richard Allinson, 4 - 7pm - Monday - Friday
Richard Allinson keeps you company with a great soundtrack to your afternoon.
YolanDa Brown, 12-3pm, Sundays
Saxophonist and composer YolanDa Brown OBE brings her unique style to Sunday lunchtimes from 12-3.
Ayanna Witter-Johnson, 6-8pm - Saturday
Join composer, singer, songwriter and cellist Ayanna Witter-Johnson on Saturdays from 6pm.
How to listen:
You can listen nationally on DAB digital radio, online, via the Scala Radio app and on SKY channel 0216. You can also listen on your smart speaker by saying "Alexa, play Scala Radio" on Alexa or Google Home you can say "OK Google, Play Scala Radio on tune-in".
With the Scala Radio app, you will be able to listen live and on-demand to all your favourite shows in one place. Take control of your Scala Radio listening experience - with the listen later queue, build your playlist and listen to the best of Scala Radio whenever and wherever you want it.
Download the Scala Radio App on iOS
Download the Scala Radio App on Android
Listening to Scala Radio on SKY:
Scala Radio is available on Sky TV, you can find us on Sky channel 0216.
Re-tuning your DAB:
Make sure you re-tune your DAB, otherwise you won't be able to find Scala, here's what to do:
How to listen to Scala Radio in your car:
Most new and recently bought cars have DAB already installed. Re-scan your DAB to ensure you find Scala Radio. If you don’t have DAB installed, you can purchase a DAB adaptor available from many major electrical outlets. You can also listen via the app using your Bluetooth connection.