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Radio 3 Unwind,30 Jul 2025,180 mins

Drift into the evening with the sound of calming music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 29 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 Handel, Yann Tiersen and Rebecca Dale. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how what we drink at the end of the day affects us. 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.
    Meditation in F major, Op 33
    Meditation in F major, Op 33
    Mel Bonis
  3. 2.
    Harp concerto in B flat major, Op 4 No 6 (2nd mvt)
    Harp concerto in B flat major, Op 4 No 6 (2nd mvt)
    George Frideric Handel
  4. 3.
    Meditation from Thais
    Meditation from Thais
    Jules Massenet