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Radio 3 Unwind,12 Nov 2025,180 mins

Colour your evening with gentle sounds

Classical Wind Down

Available for 27 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 Amy Beach, Jamie Duffy and Mozart. 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 gazing up at the clouds can help us feel calmer. 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.
    The Lord is my shepherd
    The Lord is my shepherd
    John Rutter
  3. 2.
    Piano Concerto in C sharp minor Op. 45 (3rd mvt)
    Piano Concerto in C sharp minor Op. 45 (3rd mvt)
    Amy Beach
  4. 3.
    Retrograde
    Retrograde
    James Blake