Schedule
Early
00:30
Through the Night—La Flamboyance: Festive music of the 15th century
Sollazzo Ensemble perform Franco-Flemish music of the 15th Century in Bruges.
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Morning
06:30
Breakfast—The best classical music wake-up call
Join Tom McKinney every Monday to Friday for Radio 3's Breakfast show
09:30
Essential Classics—The best classical morning music
Ian Skelly plays the best in classical music.
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Afternoon
13:00
Classical Live—Brahms's Double Concerto
Linton Stephens showcases the best performances from the UK and beyond.
15:00
Choral Evensong—Ripon Cathedral
Live from Ripon Cathedral.
16:00
Composer of the Week—Heinrich Schutz (1585-1672), A Wedding in Denmark
3/5Donald Macleod follows Heinrich Schütz as he heads to Denmark.
17:00
In Tune—Neave Trio and MZ Duo live in session
Live music from Neave Trio and from MZ Duo, with saxophone and accordion.
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Evening
19:00
Classical Mixtape—Your daily classical soundtrack
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical music.
19:30
Radio 3 in Concert—Bluebeard's Castle
The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra in music by Bartók and Kodály.
21:45
The Essay—Vivaldi in a Warming World, Autumn
Kate Molleson hears from composers writing seasonal music in an era of climate change.
22:00
Night Tracks—Reflective music for the day’s end
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
23:30
'Round Midnight—Fresh from Tigran Hamasyan
Soweto shares a new release from the celebrated Armenian jazz pianist.
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Late
00:30
Through the Night—Early Music Day: Earning a Living on the Stage
This concert showcases Baroque composers who focused on creating works for the stage.











