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Radio 3 Unwind,26 May 2026,180 mins

Calm the soul with classical music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 29 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 Mozart, Sophie Hutchings and Fanny Mendelssohn. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with Niall, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on the wellbeing benefits of completing a task. 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.
    And the Bridge Is Love
    And the Bridge Is Love
    Howard Goodall
  3. 2.
    Impromptu no.2 in B minor
    Impromptu no.2 in B minor
    Samuel Coleridge-Taylor
  4. 3.
    Greensleeves (Arr. Huws for Harp)
    Greensleeves (Arr. Huws for Harp)
    Trad.