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Radio 3 Unwind,28 Jul 2026,180 mins

Float into the evening on a lake of calming music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 26 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 Beethoven, Dustin O'Halloran and Poppy Ackroyd. 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 finding awe in ancient things can inspire calm. 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.
    Appalachia - Introduction
    Appalachia - Introduction
    Frederick Delius
  3. 2.
    In The Mist
    In The Mist
    Poppy Ackroyd
  4. 3.
    Adagio from Concerto in D minor, BWV 974 (after Marcello)
    Adagio from Concerto in D minor, BWV 974 (after Marcello)
    Johann Sebastian Bach