Episode details

Radio 3 Unwind,16 Jul 2025,180 mins
Embrace tranquility with a feast of mindful music
Classical Wind DownAvailable 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 Handel, Holst and Milena Casado. 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 paying attention to your breath can reduce stress and anxiety. To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
Programme WebsiteTracklist
- TrackArtist
- 1.Prelude in B major, Op 16 No 1Prelude in B major, Op 16 No 1Alexander Scriabin
- 2.Etude in E major, Op 10 No 3 (Tristesse) arr. for cello & pianoEtude in E major, Op 10 No 3 (Tristesse) arr. for cello & pianoFrédéric Chopin
- 3.VocaliseVocaliseSergei Rachmaninov