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Radio 3 Unwind,28 Jan 2026,180 mins
Shape your evening with calming classical music
Classical Wind DownAvailable for 26 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 Amy Beach, Maurice Ravel and Bryce Dessner. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on the benefits of short naps. To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
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- 1.Nocturne in E-flat Major Op.55 No.2Nocturne in E-flat Major Op.55 No.2Frédéric Chopin
- 2.Loch Katrine's LadyLoch Katrine's LadyPhil Cunningham
- 3.3 Browning Songs, Op. 44, No. 3: I Send My Heart up to Thee! (Arr. for Cello)3 Browning Songs, Op. 44, No. 3: I Send My Heart up to Thee! (Arr. for Cello)Amy Beach