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Radio 3 Unwind,07 Jul 2026,180 mins

A restful start to the evening with classical music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 25 days

Three hours of calming classical music to help you release the stresses of the day, recharge and prepare to rest - presented by Irish musician and mindfulness expert Niall Breslin. This episode features a rich blend of music from the likes of Poppy Ackroyd, JS Bach and Brahms. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Michael James Wong, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how listening to rain on the roof can make you feel calmer. To listen on most smart speakers, just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.

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Tracklist

  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Lyric Andante in D Major, "Liebestraum", WoO III/7
    Lyric Andante in D Major, "Liebestraum", WoO III/7
    Max Reger
  3. 2.
    Harpsichord Sonata No. 100: Adagio - largo (arr. for Harp)
    Harpsichord Sonata No. 100: Adagio - largo (arr. for Harp)
    Padre Antonio Soler
  4. 3.
    Violin Concerto in D Minor, WoO 1: II. Langsam
    Violin Concerto in D Minor, WoO 1: II. Langsam
    Robert Schumann