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Radio 3 Unwind,11 Feb 2025,180 mins

Restore calm with relaxing classical music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 27 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 Jon Batiste, Imogen Holst, and Robert Schumann. 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 listening to music that reminds you of a relaxing time in your life. To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.

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  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Andante from the Sonata for Solo Violin, BWV 1003
    Andante from the Sonata for Solo Violin, BWV 1003
    Johann Sebastian Bach
  3. 2.
    Hope Is the Thing with Feathers
    Hope Is the Thing with Feathers
    Christopher Tin
  4. 3.
    Concerto for violin, strings & continuo in G major, Bre 9: II. Largo
    Concerto for violin, strings & continuo in G major, Bre 9: II. Largo
    Giuseppe Antonio Brescianello