Schedule
Early
00:30
Through the Night—Sibelius and Shostakovich from the WDR Symphony Orchestra with Augustin Hadelich
Shostakovich's First Violin Concerto and Sibelius's Second Symphony performed in Cologne.
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Morning
06:30
Radio 3 Breakfast—Ease into the day with classical music
Join Al Ryan for Radio 3's Breakfast show.
09:30
Essential Classics—Colours of Autumn: Relax into the day with classical
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music for your morning.
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Afternoon
13:00
Classical Live—Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings with the BBC Philharmonic
Elizabeth Alker showcases the best performances from the UK and beyond.
16:00
Composer of the Week—Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901), Something to Lose
2/5Verdi makes a big move and comes face to face with untold tragedy. With Kate Molleson.
17:00
In Tune—World-class classical music – live
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
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Evening
19:00
Classical Mixtape—Switch up your listening with classical music
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
19:30
Radio 3 in Concert—Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique
BBC National Orchestra of Wales and conductor Jaime Martin perform Beethoven and Berlioz.
21:45
The Essay—John Foxx - Key Moments, The Royal College of Art
Musician, singer and composer John Foxx on five evolving pianos which changed his life.
22:00
Night Tracks—Bewitching sounds for after dark
Hannah Peel with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
23:30
'Round Midnight—20/10/2026
Saxophonist Soweto Kinch picks jazz from all eras, with a focus on new British artists.
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Late
00:30
Through the Night—Brahms's Clarinet Quintet from Denmark
Performed by the Nightingale String Quartet and clarinettist Jonas Frølund.
