Schedule
Early
00:30
Through the Night—Dvořák's Symphony No 6 from Norway
The Norwegian Radio Orchestra and conductor Petr Popelka play Dvořák, Mozart and Olsen.
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Morning
06:30
Radio 3 Breakfast—Launch the day with classical music
Join Al Ryan for Radio 3's Breakfast show.
09:30
Essential Classics—Refresh your morning with classical music
Ian Skelly plays the best in classical music
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Afternoon
13:00
Classical Live—Tchaikovsky's Symphony 'Pathétique'
The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra performs Tchaikovsky's sixth symphony, 'Pathétique'.
16:00
Composer of the Week—Clara and the women
Donald Macleod meets the friends (and foes) of composer Clara Schumann.
17:00
In Tune—Drivetime classical
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
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Evening
19:00
Classical Mixtape—Classical music for focus or relaxation
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
19:30
Friday Night is Music Night—Orchestral Qawwali Project
Rushil Ranjan and Abi Sampa with the BBC Concert Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall.
21:45
The Essay—Solo, 30/10/2026
A soloist’s-eye-view of some of classical music’s miniature masterpieces.
22:00
Late Junction—30/10/2026
Journeys in music, ancient to future. The home for adventurous listeners.
23:30
'Round Midnight—30/10/2026
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—Songs of the Sea
Baritone James Newby and pianist Joseph Middleton perform at London's Wigmore Hall.
