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Radio 3 Unwind,17 Feb 2026,180 mins

Embrace the evening calm with soothing music

Classical Wind Down

Available for 28 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 Akira Koseumura, Rachel Portman and Debussy. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with therapist Helen Marie, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on the wellbeing benefits of feeling a sense of awe. 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.
    Snow Globe (from Colette)
    Snow Globe (from Colette)
    Thomas Adès
  3. 2.
    Sateen
    Sateen
    Piotr Wiese
  4. 3.
    Violin concerto in G minor (2nd mvt)
    Violin concerto in G minor (2nd mvt)
    Guirne Creith