Born in Paris the son of Armenian immigrant parents, Charles Aznavour is now one of the last great French chansonniers. From a heritage passed down through Piaf, Trenet, Chevailer and others Charles has brought his own style to this unique musical tradition and in doing so raised it and himself to worldwide fame.

Petula Clark presents a 4 week series documenting Charles varied career and including interviews with Charles himself, Nana Mouskouri, Michael Winner, Josh Groban, Fred Mella from the Compagnons de Chanson, Paul Gambaccini and lyricists that translated his songs into English, helping to bring his music to a global audience.

MUSIC & FACTUAL

Broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in May and June 2009