In conjunction with The London Symphony Orchestra, Cox makes comparisons with the general view of the planets 100 years ago when Holst composed his work, and our knowledge today with the benefit of exploring space vehicles.
We missed the first 15 or 20 minutes, Mars the bringer of War, but I have just corrected that via the iplayer.
I would happily watch the whole program again and I would recommend that, if you didn't see it, you give yourself a treat and 'catch up'
We always watch evening TV with all lights turned off. That really proved to be the best when viewing images sent back from the exploring space vehicles.
