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Radio 3 Unwind,16 Jun 2026,180 mins

Let go of the day's cares with soothing classical music

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 Aaron Copland, Alexandra Stréliski and Kris Bowers. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how tidying a drawer can help to calm us down. 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.
    Song of the Black Swan
    Song of the Black Swan
    Heitor Villa‐Lobos
  3. 2.
    Resolana
    Resolana
    Eduardo Falú & Jaime Dávalos
  4. 3.
    Choral
    Choral
    Shir-Ran Yinon