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Radio 3 Unwind,15 Oct 2025,180 mins

Glide into the evening on wings of beautiful 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 Beethoven, Ryuichi Sakamoto and Brandee Younger. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how nature watching at night can help you forget your cares. To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.

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  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Morning (Peer Gynt Suite No 1, Op 46) version for piano 4 hands
    Morning (Peer Gynt Suite No 1, Op 46) version for piano 4 hands
    Edvard Grieg
  3. 2.
    The Lord bless you and keep you (5 Meditations)
    The Lord bless you and keep you (5 Meditations)
    John Rutter
  4. 3.
    Florestan (Rubato Espressivo)
    Florestan (Rubato Espressivo)
    Arash Safaian