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Radio 3 Unwind,17 Mar 2026,180 mins

Wind down for the evening with a sleep-inspired classical playlist

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 sleep-related music from the likes of Jacob Collier, Karen Tanaka and Vivaldi. Plus a chance to Press Pause with Niall and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how setting the right temperature can help you 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.
    Berceuse in D flat major, Op 57
    Berceuse in D flat major, Op 57
    Frédéric Chopin
  3. 2.
    Something Heavy (Sleep Version)
    Something Heavy (Sleep Version)
    Jacob Collier
  4. 3.
    Come, heavy sleep (arr for string quartet)
    Come, heavy sleep (arr for string quartet)
    John Dowland
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