The ideal mix of classical music

Available for 29 days

Georgia Mann plays the best classical music for your morning, with discoveries and surprises rubbing shoulders with familiar favourites. Including the Playlister challenge: our regular listener-created sequence inspired by a different piece of music each day. Plus a new classical release in focus for Album of the Week. Including a specially commissioned piece by Segun Akinola, performed by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. 'On the Shoulders of Aunties and Uncles' pays tribute to music featured in The Music in Black, V&A East's exhibition showcasing 125 years of Black music-making in Britain. 1000 Playlister starter: listen and send us your ideas for the next step in today's musical journey. Text 83111 or email essentialclassics@bbc.co.uk. 1030 Album of the Week: an exciting new classical release in focus throughout the week. 1115 Playlister reveal: an uninterrupted sequence of music suggested by you in response to today's starter piece. 1200 Feast of a Piece: indulge your ears with a masterpiece. To listen on most smart speakers, say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Essential Classics”.