Schedule
Early
00:30
Through the Night—BBC Proms 2024: Beethoven, Bruckner and Tüür
Yunchan Lim plays Beethoven's 'Emperor' concerto with the BBC Symphony Orchestra.
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Morning
06:30
Breakfast—Brighten your day with classical music
Join Tom McKinney every Monday to Friday for Radio 3's Breakfast show
09:30
Essential Classics—Great classical music for your morning
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
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Afternoon
13:00
Classical Live—10/02/2026
Linton Stephens showcases the best performances from the UK and beyond.
16:00
Composer of the Week—Heinrich Schutz (1585-1672), Grief and Elation
2/5Donald Macleod sees Schütz endure tragedy at home and find inspiration in Italy.
17:00
In Tune—10/02/2026
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
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Evening
19:00
Classical Mixtape—10/02/2026
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical music.
19:30
Radio 3 in Concert—Barber Violin Concerto
The BBC National Orchestra of Wales with soloist Stella Chen and conductor Nil Venditti.
21:45
The Essay—Vivaldi in a Warming World, Summer
Kate Molleson hears from composers writing seasonal music in an era of climate change.(R)
22:00
Night Tracks—Immersive music for after-hours
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
23:30
'Round Midnight—10/02/2026
Saxophonist Soweto Kinch picks jazz from all eras, with a focus on new British artists.
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Late
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.
