Schedule
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Early
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00:30
Through the Night—Prokofiev and Weinberg from Spain
Weinberg's Cello Concerto and Prokofiev's Fifth Symphony.
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Morning
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06:30
Radio 3 Breakfast—Brighten your day with classical music
Join Tom McKinney every Monday to Friday for Radio 3's Breakfast show.
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09:30
Essential Classics—09/11/2026
Refresh your morning with a great selection of classical music.
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Afternoon
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13:00
Classical Live—Schumann’s Spring Symphony from the Leipzig Gewandhaus
Elizabeth Alker showcases the best performances from the UK and beyond.
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16:00
Composer of the Week—Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764), Seeking His Place
1/5 Donald Macleod traces Rameau’s early years, including his search for the right job.
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17:00
In Tune—Live classical music for your drive
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 to inspire you
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical music. (R)
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19:30
Radio 3 in Concert—Max Richter: Recomposed: Vivaldi – The Four Seasons
Violinist Mari Samuelsen joins the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and conductor David Brophy.
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21:45
The Essay—An Actor's Life: Ralph Fiennes, 1. Where Are You From?
Ralph Fiennes in conversation with Neil Dudgeon. 1/5 Early life and training.
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22:00
Night Tracks—Harmonious music for nighttime listening
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
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23:30
'Round Midnight—09/11/2026
Saxophonist Soweto Kinch picks jazz from all eras, with a focus on new British artists.
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Late
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00:30
Through the Night—Dvořák's New World Symphony
Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E minor and Dvořák's intense Symphony No 9.
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