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Radio 3 Unwind,07 Jan 2025,180 mins

Let go of the day with a calm classical soundtrack

Classical Wind Down

Available for 20 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 Imogen Holst, Germaine Tailleferre and Ennio Morricone. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how a board game could help bring calm to your evening routine. To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.

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  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Chants d Auvergne, Series 1: IIIc. Obal di lou Limouzi
    Chants d Auvergne, Series 1: IIIc. Obal di lou Limouzi
    Joseph Canteloube
  3. 2.
    Thou knowest, Lord, the secrets of our hearts Zc.
    Thou knowest, Lord, the secrets of our hearts Zc.
    Henry Purcell
  4. 3.
    Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier, BWV 469
    Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier, BWV 469
    Johann Sebastian Bach