SATURDAY 11 JULY 2026
SAT 00:30 Sleep Tracks (m002xmq1)
Glide blissfully along on a bullet train
Glide peacefully through Japan on board the bullet train with calming classical music providing the perfect backdrop to slumber.
Sleep Tracks is a Peanut and Crumb production for Radio 3 Unwind, produced by Joy Nkoyo and Alice Boyd.
SAT 06:00 Mindful Mix (m002xh1h)
Moving melodies for stillness and calm
Relax with some of the most flowing and delicate melodies in classical music. Featuring both new and old classics, combined with gentle soundscapes from the natural world.
With music from Maurice Ravel, Clara Schumann and Gerald Finzi, and lyrical pieces from John Rutter, Ēriks Ešenvalds, Ashley Jackson, and more.
Produced by James C Taylor
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Sounds, MM
SAT 09:00 Classical Unwind (m002mvy0)
Start the day with soothing harmonies
Calming classical music to help you focus and set you up for the day ahead. Presented by broadcaster, author and counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams.
Featuring relaxing harmonies and bewitching melodies from Stopford, Debussy and Mayer. Sian stumbles upon some spider's webs while out to Take a Breath and Professor Catherine Loveday explains how writing music down has changed the way it has been able to evolve.
SAT 12:00 Piano Focus (m002vvrk)
Delicate piano music to guide your day
Fluttering piano pieces unfold across centuries, from the lyricism of Ottorino Respighi and Maurice Ravel to the suspended textures of Kara-Lis Coverdale and Kelly Moran. Contemporary voices, including London’s Coby Sey, bring a soft, genre-blurring warmth, shaping a mix designed to steady the pace and guide focus.
Produced by Áine Devaney.
A Reduced Listening production for Radio 3 Unwind.
SAT 14:00 Mindful Mix (m002vnf2)
Calming music for mindful moments
Soundtrack your day with mellow classical music to soothe your body and soul.
With warming harmonies by Philip Stopford, Bernard Herrmann, and Avril Coleridge Taylor, plus soft melodies from Erik Satie, and Ralph Vaughan Williams.
Produced by James C Taylor
An Overcoat Media production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind, MM.
SAT 17:00 Classical Wind Down (m002xmpz)
Let go of the day's cares with soothing classical music
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 Aaron Copland, Alexandra Stréliski and Kris Bowers. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how tidying a drawer can help to calm us down.
To listen on most smart speakers, just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
SAT 20:00 Cinematic Soundtracks (m002xmpq)
Drift Away with Twin Peaks and Train Dreams
Drift into the sleepy worlds of film and TV soundtracks with Edith Bowman. Featuring music from films that depict sleep including Train Dreams by Bryce Dessner and Owen Pallett's Dream Scenario.
Produced by Granny Eats Wolf for BBC Radio 3 Unwind
SAT 21:00 Ultimate Calm (m002v91q)
Erland Cooper: Series 7
A soundtrack for stargazing ft. Cerys Hafana
As darkness falls, Erland Cooper guides us through a serene exploration of the night sky. A space filled with vastness and quiet reflection.
There'll be music from Cocteau Twins, Julia Holter and Natalia Tsupryk that mirrors the feeling of looking upward, with shimmering textures, distant voices and slow moving compositions that evoke stars burning brightly in the distance.
Also, Welsh composer and harpist Cerys Hafana shares their safe haven piece - a track that captures the quiet intimacy of travelling long distances by train at night, as darkness slips past the window and distant lights flicker like constellations.
Produced by Connor Gani
A Reduced Listening production
SAT 22:00 Night Tracks (m002xf0m)
Music for the still of night
Sara Mohr-Pietsch presents an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening, from classical to contemporary and everything in between.
SAT 23:30 The Sleeping Forecast (m002z6zt)
Sleep Goals: John Murray sets you up for a good night’s rest
Join BBC Radio 5 Live commentator John Murray, as he helps you drift off to sleep with historic scorelines from the World Cup in Russia 2018, which John has chosen as England prevailed in a penalty shoot-out for the very first time. The scorelines are paired alongside calming classical and ambient music from BBC Introducing artists and gentle stadium atmosphere.
Produced by Alex Yates
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
To listen on most smart speakers, 'ask BBC Sounds to play Sleeping Forecast'.
SUNDAY 12 JULY 2026
SUN 00:30 Sleep Tracks (m002qqm8)
Amble across the Alps
A charming getaway to one of the world's most calming regions. Step lightly into a scenic sonic journey through peaceful mountain trails, accompanied by musical works from great French and Italian composers.
Sleep Tracks on BBC Radio 3 Unwind combines soothing classical music and leisurely nature sounds to help you relax into sleep. Search 'Sleep Tracks' on BBC Sounds to enjoy more episodes.
Produced by Alice Boyd & Joy Nkoyo.
A Peanut & Crumb production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
SUN 06:00 Mindful Mix (m002sqxx)
Serene classical music to settle your mind
Relax and rebalance with a mix of soft orchestral pieces, reflective piano, and soothing choral works. Featuring timeless classics and modern compositions, to create space for rest and help you find moments of peace.
With classical favourites by Franz Liszt, Gustav Mahler, Francis Poulenc, and newer works by Kerensa Briggs, Alexis Ffrench, Peter Sandberg, and more.
Produced by James C Taylor
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind, MM.
SUN 09:00 Classical Unwind (m002xmnn)
Breathe new life into your morning routine with peaceful melodies
Calming classical music to help you focus and set you up for the day ahead. Presented by broadcaster, author and counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams.
This morning you can expect to be serenaded with soothing, uplifting music from composers including Anna Clyne, Claude Debussy, and John Williams, and Sian gives us a chance to Find Our Focus in the music of Jóhann Jóhannsson. Sian also takes a trip to the seaside to Take a Breath and explains a simple technique she uses to ease her worries. Plus, Professor Catherine joins the show to explore the emotional power of silence in music.
SUN 12:00 Piano Focus (m002xgg3)
Enchanting piano sounds for creative focus
Immerse yourself in a tranquil piano soundtrack designed to nurture creativity and sharpen focus. From the enchanting, atmospheric works of romantic-era pioneers like Cyril Scott and Claude Debussy to the shimmering melodies of modern composers such as Tony Njoku and John Carroll Kirby, this collection takes you to a peaceful sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
To listen on most smart speakers, just 'ask BBC Sounds to play Piano Focus'.
Produced by Jamie Green
A Reduced Listening Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
SUN 14:00 Mindful Mix (m002ynjs)
BBC Proms special: Soothing classics for rest and relaxation
Relax, as you experience a collection of the most calming tracks that will feature at the BBC Proms classical music festival this summer.
Including orchestral favourites from Edward Elgar, Imogen Holst and Maurice Ravel; plus glowing harmonies from Joby Talbot, Hubert Parry and more.
Produced by James C Taylor & Katie Hill
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
SUN 17:00 Classical Wind Down (m002k1s5)
Calming classical music to soothe the soul
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 Mozart, Neruda and Fanny Mendelssohn. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation expert Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how scrapbooking can be a good way to wind down.
To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
SUN 20:00 Cinematic Soundtracks (m002g2wq)
Drift into serenity with The Post and Far from Heaven
Drift into serenity through soundtracks of film and TV with Edith Bowman. Featuring The Post by John Williams, Far from Heaven by Elmer Bernstein and a moment from TV drama, Rivals by Natalie Holt. Plus a piece from Alexandre Desplat's score for My Week with Marilyn played by Lang Lang.
Produced by Lucy Winter
A Granny Eats Wolf Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind
SUN 21:00 Soundwaves (m002b5yd)
Sublime harmonies to unwind your mind
Afrodeutsche hosts an hour of escapist and immersive new music from the UK’s brightest contemporary composers and performers.
Featuring recent releases from Portico Quartet, award-winning soundtrack composer Jane Antonia Cornish and groundbreaking cellist and composer Abel Selaocoe.
To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Soundwaves.
SUN 22:00 Night Tracks (m002xfh9)
Immersive music for after-hours
Sara Mohr-Pietsch presents an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening, from classical to contemporary and everything in between.
SUN 23:30 The Sleeping Forecast (m002xg4p)
Sleep Goals: Kelly Cates helps you drift off to sleep
Up at all hours catching every minute of the World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the US? Join Match of the Day and BBC World Cup presenter Kelly Cates who will help settle your mind with a calming soundtrack from BBC Introducing artists, paired with a gentle post-match stadium atmosphere, and Kelly reading scorelines from the World Cup in Argentina 1978.
Produced by Alex Yates
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
To listen on most smart speakers, 'ask BBC Sounds to play Sleeping Forecast'.
MONDAY 13 JULY 2026
MON 00:30 Sleep Tracks (m002r3hz)
Melt away with the snow
Sheets of ice and snow melt into a stream, floating you gently towards sleep. Immerse yourself in the peaceful environmental sounds of a warm winter's day, as orchestral music drifts by.
Sleep Tracks on BBC Radio 3 Unwind combines soothing classical music and calming nature sounds to help you relax into sleep. Search 'Sleep Tracks' on BBC Sounds to enjoy more episodes.
Produced by Alice Boyd and Joy Nkoyo.
A Peanut & Crumb production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
MON 06:00 Mindful Mix (m0026nsn)
Classical music to soothe the soul
A collection of classical tunes to ease the mind and soothe the soul.
Revel in the pensive piano of Erik Satie and Rosey Chan, the choral glow of Eric Whitacre and Paul Mealor, and the orchestral beauty of Jean Sibelius and Gustav Holst.
Produced by Katie Hill
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM
MON 09:00 Classical Unwind (m002yx6c)
Calm your morning with glorious classical music
Calming classical music to help you focus and set you up for the day ahead. Presented by broadcaster, author and counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams.
Featuring flowing, enchanting melodies from Arvo Part, Florence Price, and Leonard Bernstein, and a chance to Find your Focus through the music of composer and bassist Yosef Gutman. Sian muses on the reassuring effect of the changing seasons while out to Take a Breath. Also, Professor Catherine Loveday explores whether our responses to music might change depending on whether we are listening to it on speakers or on headphones.
MON 12:00 Piano Focus (m002gl7d)
Rejuvenating piano music to inspire focus
Immerse yourself in this rejuvenating two-hour piano mix, featuring beautiful compositions from across the centuries designed to refresh your mind and inspire focus. Featuring a dazzling piece by renowned jazz pianist Marc Cary, soothing works by Romantic-era composers like Claude Debussy and Mel Bonis, and evocative new music from contemporary British artists including Sherwood Roberts, Cerys Hafana, and Luke Faulkner.
Produced by Jamie Green
A Reduced Listening Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM.
To listen on most smart speakers just say, “ask BBC Sounds to play Piano Focus”
MON 14:00 Mindful Mix (m002d1b0)
Float away into a world of classical calm
Press play and enjoy relaxing into this 3 hour mix of calming classical music chosen carefully to help you unwind.
Featuring orchestral favourites from Georges Bizet and Edward Elgar, along with restful piano from Montague Ring and Maurice Ravel and soothing choral tones from Stephen Foster and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, plus recent releases from Esther Abrami, Nicholas Daniel and Anna Shelest, all paired with soothing soundscapes from the natural world.
Produced by Katie Hill
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM
MON 17:00 Classical Wind Down (m002k1b3)
Wind down from the day with the most soothing classical music
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 Jean Sibelius, Florian Christl and Rebecca Clarke. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on the wellbeing benefits of playing games.
To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
MON 20:00 Cinematic Soundtracks (m002gbxs)
Relax with the music of Persuasion and Pangolin: Kulu's Journey
Relax through the soundtracks of film and TV with Edith Bowman. Featuring Stuart Earl's Persuasion and music from Pangolin: Kulu's Journey by Anne Nikitin. Plus, Samora Pinderhughes shares the piece of film music that he finds relaxing and restorative in his Great Escape.
Produced by Lucy Winter
A Granny Eats Wolf Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind
MON 21:00 Ultimate Calm (m002v9n6)
Erland Cooper: Series 7
Feel lighter with luminous sounds ft Laura Misch
Scottish composer Erland Cooper invites you to bask in the glow of luminous music, filled with a sense of lightness and warmth, selected to bring a sense of brightness and calm. There’ll be radiant songs from Mika Akim, Nora Brown and Kiri Ra! to leave you feeling lighter.
Also, we visit the musical safe haven of saxophonist and songwriter Laura Misch. Laura shares a piece of music that to her, brings with it a tapestry of memories, which she comes back to in moments where she needs to be grounded.
Produced by Cat Gough
A Reduced Listening Production for BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio 3 Unwind
MON 22:00 Night Tracks (m002ymld)
Immersive music for after-hours
Hannah Peel presents an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening, from classical to contemporary and everything in between.
MON 23:30 The Sleeping Forecast (m002k185)
Embark on a restful journey to sleep
Relax from the pressures of the day and set sail on the journey to sleep with soothing classical and ambient music from BBC Introducing artists; alongside excerpts from Radio 4’s Shipping Forecast and atmospheric field recordings to help you drift off.
Produced by Alex Yates.
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
To listen on most smart speakers just 'ask BBC Sounds to play The Sleeping Forecast'.
TUESDAY 14 JULY 2026
TUE 00:30 Sleep Tracks (m002ym0q)
Drift off with a blend of nature sounds and restful, relaxing classical music. A perfect soundtrack to help guide you to a peaceful state of slumber.
TUE 06:00 Mindful Mix (m0028hz2)
Flowing melodies for quiet relaxation
Let gentle melodies guide you to a peaceful and reflective state. Featuring serene piano solos, glowing choral harmonies, and calming orchestral movements - all chosen to bring relaxation and tranquility to your day.
Featuring lyrical melodies from Florence Price, Franz Schubert and Gerald Finzi. And flowing textures from Olivia Belli, Christian Forshaw, Eric Whitacre and more.
Produced by James C Taylor
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind, MM
TUE 09:00 Classical Unwind (m00287nf)
Bring tranquility to your morning with calming classical music
Calming classical music to help you focus and set you up for the day ahead. Presented by broadcaster, author and counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams.
Featuring inspiring melodies to enhance your focus from Donna McKevitt, Ola Gjeilo, and Tan Dun. We join Sian around a fire pit to take a breath, and Professor Catherine Loveday explores the key role music can play in helping connect with anyone suffering from Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
TUE 12:00 Piano Focus (m002knvb)
Restorative piano music for calm and clarity
Create space for calm, clarity, and quiet focus with this gently flowing mix of restorative piano music and tranquil field recordings. Featuring a meditative piano interpretation of an Indian classical raga by Utsav Lal, a serene rendition of the Beatles' classic Strawberry Fields Forever, and new compositions by contemporary artists including Ann Annie, Ollie McGill, and Jef Martens.
TUE 14:00 Mindful Mix (m002cbcm)
Calming music for moments of reflection
Take a deep breath, hit play, and sink into this peaceful collection of classical music, carefully chosen to help you relax. This mix features orchestral favourites from Johannes Brahms and Gabriel Faure, alongside the chamber music of Dmitri Shostakovich and Sergey Akhunov, as well as the choral delights of Kerensa Briggs and Kristina Arakelyan.
Plus, recent releases from the National Youth Choir of Great Britain, Anna Lapwood and Jess Gillam, all paired with soothing soundscapes from the natural world.
Produced by Katie Hill
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM
TUE 17:00 Classical Wind Down (m002yx6p)
Put the day aside with a carefully chosen playlist of relaxing music
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 Eunike Tanzil, Justus Rümenapp and Vivaldi. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how just a little connection to nature every day can help achieve calm.
To listen on most smart speakers, just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
TUE 20:00 Cinematic Soundtracks (m002gxcq)
Find moments of tranquillity with Magnolia and The Da Vinci Code
Find moments of tranquillity through the soundtracks of film and TV with Edith Bowman. Featuring Magnolia by Jon Brion and music from The Da Vinci Code by Richard Harvey. Plus Son Lux share their favourite piece of film score for relaxation in their 'Great Escape.'
Produced by Lucy Winter
A Granny Eats Wolf Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind
TUE 21:00 Ultimate Calm (m002vbrt)
Erland Cooper: Series 7
Reflective musical refuges ft. Nikita Gill
Scottish composer and musician Erland Cooper invites you to escape to a reflective musical refuge with him, with songs that bring consolation from Joanna Brouk, Alessandra Novaga and Harlan Silverman, and musings on family, roots and a sense of belonging.
Also, the Irish-Indian writer, playwright and poet Nikita Gill shares a song she discovered at the beginning of her teenage years, reflecting on how it brought her peace in that particularly turbulent time, and why she still turns to it in moments when she needs musical consolation.
Produced by Cat Gough
A Reduced Listening Production for BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio 3 Unwind
TUE 22:00 Night Tracks (m002yn2j)
Reflective music for the day’s end
Hannah Peel presents an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening, from classical to contemporary and everything in between.
TUE 23:30 The Sleeping Forecast (m002krdq)
Journey to calm with this sleepy soundtrack
Settle down for a good night’s rest with this mix of relaxing classical and ambient sounds from BBC Introducing artists, alongside excerpts from Radio 4’s Shipping Forecast and field recordings of peaceful streams and woodland.
Produced by Alex Yates.
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
To listen on most smart speakers just 'ask BBC Sounds to play The Sleeping Forecast'.
WEDNESDAY 15 JULY 2026
WED 00:30 Sleep Tracks (m002yx6r)
Drift off with a blend of nature sounds and restful, relaxing classical music. A perfect soundtrack to help guide you to a peaceful state of slumber.
WED 06:00 Mindful Mix (m0026tdq)
Classical music for moments of reflection
Immerse yourself in calming classical music. From gentle piano solos to soothing orchestral arrangements, chosen to help you find small moments of peace amidst your busy day.
Featuring flowing sounds by John Rutter, Erik Satie, Ruth Gipps, George Walker and more.
Produced by James C Taylor
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind, MM
WED 09:00 Classical Unwind (m002yx6f)
Bring light to your morning with gentle harmonies
Calming classical music to help you focus and set you up for the day ahead. Presented by broadcaster, author and counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams.
Featuring soothing, enveloping music from composers including Mendelssohn, Beach, and Debussy, and a chance to Find your Focus with piano music juxtaposed with the sound of lapping waves by composer Yu-Peng Chen. Sian takes a breath and explains how a morning walk can help ease anxiety by discharging cortisol, and Professor Catherine Loveday explores whether lyrics or music have the most impact on us as listeners.
WED 12:00 Piano Focus (m002d77v)
Restorative piano music to inspire calm and creativity
Summon a peaceful headspace and unlock your creativity with this gently flowing mixtape of restorative piano music. Featuring a beautiful piano rendition of the Indian classical raga ‘Bhimpalasi’ by Utsav Lal, a soothing performance of ‘Mother’s Love’ by the legendary Emahoy Tsege Mariam Gebru, and fresh compositions from contemporary British artists such as Samuel Félix and Polly Carter.
Produced by Jamie Green
A Reduced Listening Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
To listen on most smart speakers, just say, “ask BBC Sounds to play Piano Focus”
WED 14:00 Mindful Mix (m002bv0g)
Peaceful tones to bring you stillness
Follow along on a classical journey that takes you to a place of peace with three hours of hand-picked classical music. This edition features the orchestral tones of Francis Poulenc and Dorothy Howell, the soothing solo instrumentation of Francesco da Milano and Frederic Chopin, and beautiful choral arrangements from Errollyn Wallen and Benjamin Britten.
All this, alongside new releases from Mystery Sonata, The King’s Singers, and Esther Abrami and captivating natural soundscapes to help you drift off into a world of calm.
Produced by Katie Hill
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM
WED 17:00 Classical Wind Down (m002kb54)
Relax into the evening with a calming classical playlist
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 Beethoven, Laura Marling 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 calming benefits of loading the dishwasher.
To listen on most smart speakers just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
WED 20:00 Cinematic Soundtracks (m002yx6h)
Escape into the immersive worlds of film and TV soundtracks with Edith Bowman. Featuring current and new releases through to timeless classics.
WED 21:00 Ultimate Calm (m002v99g)
Erland Cooper: Series 7
Peaceful sounds of green fields and glades ft. Simon Armitage
Scottish composer Erland Cooper invites you on another hour-long journey into calmness.
In this episode, Erland conjures up the peacefulness found out in open grassy fields, from the sounds of birdsong in a natural glade to a song inspired by the sun shining on a meadow. There are pieces from composer Mhairi Hall and field recordist David de la Haye, saxophonist Chip Wickham and gentle piano improvisations made alongside field recordings courtesy of Akira Kosemura.
Also, the writer, musician and Poet Laureate Simon Armitage transports us to his safe haven, a piece which has, since his twenties, brought him companionship and encouragement.
Produced by Cat Gough
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio 3 Unwind
WED 22:00 Night Tracks (m002yn6r)
A bewitching night time soundtrack
Hannah Peel presents an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening, from classical to contemporary and everything in between.
WED 23:30 The Sleeping Forecast (m002lb27)
Drift away to a restful night's sleep with help from Bob Harris
Join Radio 2's broadcasting icon ‘Whispering’ Bob Harris as he reads excerpts from Radio 4’s Shipping Forecast to a soundtrack of dreamy, comforting music from BBC Introducing artists and sounds of peaceful rivers and woodland; to help you cast off the stresses of the day and settle in for a good night’s rest.
Produced by Alex Yates.
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
To listen on most smart speakers just 'ask BBC Sounds to play The Sleeping Forecast'.
THURSDAY 16 JULY 2026
THU 00:30 Sleep Tracks (m002rqr1)
Seep into sleep with the spring chorus
Soar towards sleep with an airy mix of calming collective birdsong and flighty classical music - the perfect soundtrack to glide you to a peaceful state of slumber.
Sleep Tracks on BBC Radio 3 Unwind combines soothing classical music and peaceful nature sounds to help you relax into sleep. Search 'Sleep Tracks' on BBC Sounds to enjoy more episodes.
Produced by Alice Boyd and Joy Nkoyo.
A Peanut & Crumb production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
THU 06:00 Mindful Mix (m002t2x9)
Comforting classical for mindful meditation
Relax into three hours of comforting classical tunes to keep you grounded.
This mix features violin concertos from Antonio Vivaldi and Joseph Bologne Chevalier de Saint-Georges, sumptuous piano pieces from Rosey Chan and Johann Sebastian Bach, and spine-tingling choral works from Stephen Paulus and Gregorio Allegri.
Produced by Katie Hill
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM.
THU 09:00 Classical Unwind (m00287r3)
Embrace the morning with peaceful classical music
Calming classical music to help you focus and set you up for the day ahead. Presented by broadcaster, author and counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams.
Featuring graceful, soothing melodies from Ravel, Tailleferre, and Howard Skempton. Sian encounters a host of sparrows while out to Take a Breath. Plus, Professor Catherine Loveday explores how music can affect our shopping habits.
THU 12:00 Piano Focus (m002mjsn)
Peaceful piano for a peaceful mind
Step into a contemplative sanctuary away from everyday noise with this gentle, handcrafted piano mix. It features new works by contemporary British artists such as Garreth Broke, Rosey Chan, and Duncan Honeybourne, alongside timeless pieces by classical luminaries including Germaine Tailleferre, Cyril Scott, and Frédéric Chopin.
Produced by Jamie Green
A Reduced Listening Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM
To listen on most smart speakers, just say, 'Ask BBC Sounds to play Piano Focus.'
THU 14:00 Mindful Mix (m002vvqg)
Soothe your mind with restful classical tunes
Enjoy this collection of classical music to calm your busy mind. Paired with natural soundscapes, this mix features sweeping orchestral arrangements from Rachel Portman and Rahul Gohil, calming piano by Frédéric Chopin and Roger Eno, and soothing choral harmonies by Hanna Havrylets and William Byrd.
Produced by Katie Hill.
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM.
THU 17:00 Classical Wind Down (m002t94c)
Take time to relax with a soothing classical playlist
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 Ravel, Rebecca Dale and Drexler. Plus, a chance to Press Pause with meditation teacher Maude Hirst, and some essential Wind Down Wisdom from science podcaster Caroline Steel on how talking through thoughts and feelings can be a powerful tool to reduce stress.
To listen on most smart speakers, just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
THU 20:00 Cinematic Soundtracks (m002m276)
Find a moment of peace with Chinatown and Viceroy's House
Find a moment of peace through film and TV soundtracks with Edith Bowman. With music by Jerry Goldsmith for the classic, Chinatown and A.R. Rahman's score for Viceroy's House. Plus a moment from Mother's Instinct by Anne Nikitin and the closing credits from James Horner's A Beautiful Mind.
Produced by Lucy Winter
A Granny Eats Wolf Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind
THU 21:00 Ultimate Calm (m002vbt5)
Erland Cooper: Series 7
Music that blooms and blossoms ft. Poppy Okotcha
A huge part of Scottish composer Erland Cooper’s inspiration is the natural world, and in this episode he curates a musical love letter to flowers, reflecting on some of his favourite blooms and blossoms and sharing tracks from artists including Alice Coltrane, Emily A. Sprague and Lucinda Chua.
Also, we’re transported to the musical safe haven of the horticulturalist and forager Poppy Okotcha, who takes us out into her garden to listen a little closer to the bustling ecosystems to be found there.
Produced by Kit Callin
A Reduced Listening production
THU 22:00 Night Tracks (m002yn8d)
Sublime sounds for nightfall
Hannah Peel presents an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening, from classical to contemporary and everything in between.
THU 23:30 The Sleeping Forecast (m002m26s)
Set sail to tranquillity
Cast off the pressures of the day and settle down for rest with this mix of classical and ambient music from BBC Introducing artists paired with excerpts from Radio 4’s Shipping Forecast and calming sounds of nature.
Produced by Alex Yates
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind
To listen on most smart speakers just 'ask BBC Sounds to play The Sleeping Forecast'.
FRIDAY 17 JULY 2026
FRI 00:30 Sleep Tracks (m002v07y)
Relax in a rocking hammock
Ease your body and mind into gentle stillness with the soft creak of a hammock in the breeze and calming classical music.
Sleep Tracks on BBC Radio 3 Unwind combines soothing classical music and gentle nature sounds to help you relax into sleep. Search 'Sleep Tracks' on BBC Sounds to enjoy more episodes.
Produced by Joy Nkoyo.
A Peanut & Crumb production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind.
FRI 06:00 Mindful Mix (m0029wy9)
Tranquil harmonies for restful moments
Allow the tranquil harmonies of classical music to carry you away into a restful state. A selection of gentle piano solos, orchestral movements, and choral serenity awaits, offering the ideal soundtrack for quiet moments of reflection and calm.
Featuring new compositions by Olivia Belli, Joby Talbot, Thomas James White, and Lucy Walker. Plus classical favourites by Erik Satie, Gustav Holst, and Edward Elgar.
Produced by James C Taylor
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind, MM
FRI 09:00 Classical Unwind (m0028hz0)
Energize your morning with inspiring classical melodies
Calming classical music to help you focus and set you up for the day ahead. Presented by broadcaster, author and counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams.
Featuring uplifting and enriching melodies from Bonds, Handel, and Einaudi, this episode explores the struggles of finding stillness in a busy, noise filled world. Plus, Professor Catherine Loveday explores why we might have evolved to love music.
FRI 12:00 Piano Focus (m002ft71)
Dreamy piano music for quiet listening
Take shelter in the soft embrace of classical and contemporary piano music, spanning more than a century. From Claude Debussy’s 1913 impressionist masterpiece to the introspective elegance of London composer Luke Blair (aka Lukid), this mix gently flows through eras and moods. Ambient artist Julianna Barwick layers ethereal textures with quiet reflection, while Cécile Chaminade’s Romantic-era charm meets the fractured minimalism of John Cage. With contributions from Harold Budd, Meredith Monk, Sophia Subbayya Vastek, and Aphex Twin, this collection celebrates the piano as a vessel for expansive storytelling, stillness, and deep listening.
To listen on most smart speakers, just say: “Ask BBC Sounds to play Piano Focus”.
Produced by Áine Devaney.
A Reduced Listening production for BBC Sounds MM.
FRI 14:00 Mindful Mix (m00296ps)
Step into classical stillness
Soothe your mind, body and soul with this collection of classical tunes handpicked to aid your relaxation.
Featuring warm orchestral favourites from Edward Elgar and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as well as lighter textures from Liz Dilnot Johnson and Heitor Villa-Lobos and glowing choral melodies from Gabriel Faure and Christopher H. Harris.
All this, alongside new releases from the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Trio RoVerde and Luke Faulkner and captivating natural soundscapes to help you drift off into a world of peace.
Produced by Katie Hill
An Overcoat Media Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind. MM
FRI 17:00 Classical Wind Down (m002t95h)
Sweep away the cares of the day with calming music
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, Jóhann Jóhannsson and Ruth Gipps. 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 mindful eating.
To listen on most smart speakers, just ask BBC Sounds to play Classical Wind Down.
FRI 20:00 Cinematic Soundtracks (m0025tqh)
Feel invigorated with music from Gladiator and The Critic
Escape into a world of relaxing scores with Edith Bowman. Featuring music from The Critic by Craig Armstrong, Julia Newman's Feud: Capote vs. The Swans and Siddhartha Kholsa's soundtrack to the TV series, Only Murders In The Building.
Produced by Lucy Winter
A Granny Eats Wolf Production for BBC Radio 3 Unwind
FRI 21:00 Ultimate Calm (m002vc3r)
Erland Cooper: Series 7
Time to tune into nature ft. Ivo Graham
Continuing his musical celebration of the natural world, Scottish composer Erland Cooper turns his attention to animal life for this episode. We’ll hear plenty of birdsong and the buzzing of insects, as well as a couple of tracks that are favoured by Erland’s dog Morricone.
Also, we’ll visit the musical safe haven of the comedian Ivo Graham, who shares a touching tale of a snake’s funeral soundtracked by Brian Eno.
Produced by Kit Callin
A Reduced Listening production
FRI 22:00 Night Tracks (m002xn6z)
Sublime sounds for nightfall
Hannah Peel presents an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening, from classical to contemporary and everything in between.