Schedule
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Early
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00:30
Through the Night—20 Years of the Amaryllis Quartet
The Amaryllis Quartet performs a 20th birthday concert in Switzerland.
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Morning
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06:30
Breakfast—Kickstart your day with the best classical music
Join Tom McKinney every Monday to Friday for Radio 3's Breakfast show
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09:30
Essential Classics—08/07/2025
Refresh your morning with a great selection of classical music
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Afternoon
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13:00
Classical Live—Live concert from the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Philharmonic
Linton Stephens showcases unique recordings from the UK and beyond.
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16:00
Composer of the Week—Grace Williams (1906-1977), Music in the Blood
2/5 Determined to become a composer, Williams moves from Wales to London. With Donald Macleod
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17:00
In Tune—World-class classical music – live
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 music.
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19:30
Radio 3 in Concert—Mahler's Symphony No.9
The ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Philharmonic from Manchester
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21:45
The Essay—Music in Bloom, Restoration
Katie Derham meets people bringing Elizabethan gardens and Elizabethan music to life.
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22:00
Night Tracks—Immersive music for moonlight
Hannah Peel with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
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23:30
'Round Midnight—Omar’s Flowers
The British soul legend is back to give his second bouquet of the week.
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Late
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00:30
Through the Night—Schubert, Liszt, Mahler and Beethoven
Konstantin Krimmel sings Liszt and Mahler, accompanied by the Mandelring string quartet.
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