Schedule
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Early
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00:30
Through the Night—Handel's Messiah from Rome
Performed by the Santa Cecilia Orchestra & Chorus, with conductor John Nelson and soloists
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Morning
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06:30
Breakfast—Sunny side up classical
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3's classical breakfast show, including the Friday poem.
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09:30
Essential Classics—A feast of great music
Refresh your morning with a great selection of classical music.
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Afternoon
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13:00
Classical Live—The Luxembourg Philharmonic plays Mendelssohnβs βItalianβ Symphony and Leonard Elschenbroich plays Brahmsβ Cello Sonata No.1
The Luxembourg Philharmonic Orchestra plays Mendelssohnβs βItalianβ Symphony.
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16:00
Composer of the Week—Claude Debussy (1862-1918), The Fall
Scandal in the concert hall as Donald Macleod traces the end of Debussyβs life.
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17:00
In Tune—In session with stellar classical artists
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
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Evening
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19:00
Classical Mixtape—Classical music for focus or relaxation
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
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19:30
Friday Night is Music Night—Bond... James Bond
Music from the iconic film franchise with the ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Concert Orchestra and Martin Yates.
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21:45
The Essay—Letters to a Young Composer, Errollyn Wallen
Five leading composers write a personal letter to a young composer.
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22:00
Late Junction—Puppy love
Join Verity Sharp in the doghouse for a selection of songs dedicated to manβs best friend.
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23:30
'Round Midnight—Awen Ensemble in session
The Welsh ensemble perform selections from their latest album Cadair Idris.
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Late
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00:30
Tearjerker—AURORA, Dancing With Yourself
AURORA brings together music to embrace your true self and get you moving.
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01:30
Essential Classics Mix—Essential Classics Dreamscapes
A playlist of classical tracks inspired by dreams.
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02:30
Through the Night—Hungarian Radio Symphony Orchestra's 80th Jubilee Concert
Liszt, Mendelssohn and Richard Strauss in a concert from Budapest. Penny Gore presents.
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