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Radio 3 Unwind,01 Sep 2026,180 mins

Calming classical music for a gentle start to the evening

Classical Wind Down

Available for 28 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, Laura Mvula and Max Richter. 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 doing something badly can help you relax. To listen on most smart speakers, just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.

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  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Keyboard Sonata in F Minor, Kk. 466
    Keyboard Sonata in F Minor, Kk. 466
    Domenico Scarlatti
  3. 2.
    Lullaby for Strings
    Lullaby for Strings
    George Gershwin
  4. 3.
    Etudes, No. 20
    Etudes, No. 20
    Lavinia Meijer