ANCIENT MELODIES

Rhythms Of India, 9pm, BBC4

THE British Asian composer Soumik Datta embarks on a travelogue around India for this new three-part series, which explores the nation’s past and present through its music. It’s a journey that takes in folk, classical, pop and more, and his stops include the deserts of Rajasthan, a religious festival in Kerala and performances on the banks of the River Ganges.