The documentary series sees Mr Portillo travel the length and breadth of the country by train, and Tuesday’s episode comes to Great Malvern to examine the legacy of composer Sir Edward Elgar.
The programme will focus on Elgar’s connection with the railway, which he used to attend concerts and music festivals throughout the United Kingdom.
During filming last July, Mr Portillo visited Malvern St James, where he was entertained by Elgar’s Chanson de Matin, performed by pupil Tamsin Elsey and music teacher Malcolm Forbes-Peckham.
Tamsin and Mr Portillo also discussed the influence of Elgar’s music in her life and her interest in the composer.
Head Patricia Woodhouse said: “We were delighted that Mr Portillo was able to take in the rich heritage and history of Malvern, as well as experiencing the exceptional musical talents of the girls at Malvern St James.
“We are very much looking forward to seeing the programme.”
Mr Portillo also visits the home of Queen Victoria’s favourite bishop in Hartlebury, sniffs out the secrets of Worcestershire Sauce, and follows in the footsteps of Victorian health fanatics to the Malvern Hills.
Great British Railway Journeys is on BBC2 at 6.30pm.
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