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Radio 3 Unwind,19 Dec 2024,180 mins

Slow down with calming classical music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 6 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 Mark Knopfler, Jessica Curry and Takashi Yoshimatsu. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Michael James Wong and some Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on the calming benefits of drawing. To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.

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  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Poëme pastoral: V. Crépuscule
    Poëme pastoral: V. Crépuscule
    Jules Massenet
  3. 2.
    Music of Life
    Music of Life
    B. E. Boykin
  4. 3.
    Cello Sonata No 2 in F major, Op 99 (2nd mvt)
    Cello Sonata No 2 in F major, Op 99 (2nd mvt)
    Johannes Brahms