Episode details

Radio 3 Unwind,14 Jul 2026,180 mins
Put the day aside with a carefully chosen playlist of relaxing music
Classical Wind DownAvailable for 8 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 Eunike Tanzil, Justus Rümenapp and Vivaldi. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how just a little connection to nature every day can help achieve calm. To listen on most smart speakers, just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
Programme WebsiteTracklist
- TrackArtist
- 1.Among the Poppies - Afternoon (From the Countryside - suite)Among the Poppies - Afternoon (From the Countryside - suite)Eric Coates
- 2.Sing GentlySing GentlyEric Whitacre
- 3.Innocence (Nowhere Sessions)Innocence (Nowhere Sessions)Snorri Hallgrímsson