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Radio 3 Unwind,15 Sep 2026,180 mins

Let go of the day with soothing classical music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 28 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 Lara Somogyi, Arun Sood and Hildegard of Bingen. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Michael J. Wong, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel to help you drift off to sleep. 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.
    Beau Soir
    Beau Soir
    Claude Debussy
  3. 2.
    sitting circle
    sitting circle
    Lara Somogyi & Rob Moose
  4. 3.
    Tara
    Tara
    Anthony Hopkins