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Radio 3 Unwind,25 Aug 2026,180 mins

Restore the calm with a soothing classical playlist

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 Joe Hisaishi, Poppy Ackroyd and Schubert. Plus a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how looking to the horizon can help you rest. 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.
    Violin Concerto in G Minor (2nd mvt)
    Violin Concerto in G Minor (2nd mvt)
    Sir Arthur Somervell
  3. 2.
    Tarleton's Resurrection
    Tarleton's Resurrection
    John Dowland
  4. 3.
    Song without words, Book 1, No 1 - Andante con moto (Sweet remembrance)
    Song without words, Book 1, No 1 - Andante con moto (Sweet remembrance)
    Felix Mendelssohn