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| Genre | Quiz show |
|---|---|
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Language(s) | English |
| Home station | BBC Radio 4 |
| Starring | Ned Sherrin (1986–2006) Edward Seckerson (2007) Paul Gambaccini (2008–2013, 2014–) Russell Davies (Stand in, 2013–14) |
| Original release | 1986 – present |
| Opening theme | Bach: Partita in E Major |
| Website | Counterpoint |
Counterpoint is a BBC Radio 4 quiz. Described in the show's introduction as "The general knowledge music quiz", the questions are about music, from classical, jazz, pop, musicals, and all other forms of music. It was originally hosted by Ned Sherrin (1986–2006). In the chair for the 2007 series was Edward Seckerson with Paul Gambaccini taking over in 2008, following the death of Ned Sherrin in 2007.[1] Russell Davies took over temporarily in 2013 following allegations made against Gambaccini, who returned to the show in November 2014 after being cleared of the allegations.
- ^ Williams, Zoe (27 June 2011). "Radio review: Counterpoint". The Guardian. Retrieved 11 August 2014.