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Radio 3 Unwind,27 Jan 2026,180 mins

Slow down with calming classical music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 40 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 Vaughan Williams, Eric Whitacre and Florence Price. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with Helen Marie, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how circuit training can help you de-stress from the pressures of your day. To listen on most smart speakers, just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.

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  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Turandot, SC 91: "Nessun Dorma" - Arr. for String Orchestra
    Turandot, SC 91: "Nessun Dorma" - Arr. for String Orchestra
    Giacomo Puccini
  3. 2.
    Vaughan Williams: Suite for Viola and Small Orchestra: Group 3 No. 1. Musette
    Vaughan Williams: Suite for Viola and Small Orchestra: Group 3 No. 1. Musette
    Ralph Vaughan Williams
  4. 3.
    Rain Falling from the Roof
    Rain Falling from the Roof
    Wu Tong
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