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Radio 3 Unwind,15 May 2025,180 mins

Relax into the night with music to soothe the mind

Classical Wind Down

Available for 29 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 Haydn, Philip Glass and Hélène de Montgeroult. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with Niall, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on the wellbeing benefits of shared rituals. 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.
    Valse Lente
    Valse Lente
    Franz Schreker
  3. 2.
    String quartet in E major, Op 54 No 3 (2nd mvt)
    String quartet in E major, Op 54 No 3 (2nd mvt)
    Joseph Haydn
  4. 3.
    Truman Sleeps (arranged for guitar)
    Truman Sleeps (arranged for guitar)
    Philip Glass