BBC Radio 3's programmes
You can find here the schedule of BBC Radio 3 one week ahead, and the related important information, like the name of the presenters and the teasers of the programmes. Above the radio programmes, with the radio finder, you can switch to other radios, and with the date option, you can set the starting day of your search. If you find any mistakes in our schedule, like there is other programme in the radio, than in our schedule, or something is missing, please help us by contacting us on the Contact page, and we will fix it as soon as possible. If you would like to see more radios' schedules simultaneously, please visit the general Schedule page.
Minetti Quartet with viola player Nils Mönkemeyer
A concert featuring Dvorák's 'American' String Quintet and Schubert's String Quartet no 15
A concert featuring Dvorák's 'American' String Quintet and Schubert's String Quartet no 15
06:30 - Breakfast
Start your weekend the Radio 3 way, with Saturday Breakfast
Emma Clarke sets up your Saturday morning.
Emma Clarke sets up your Saturday morning.
09:00 - Saturday Morning
Simon Rattle at 70
Hannah French talks to conductor Sir Simon Rattle as he celebrates his 70th birthday.
Hannah French talks to conductor Sir Simon Rattle as he celebrates his 70th birthday.
12:00 - Earlier... with Jools Holland
Jools with some of his most-loved recordings
Jools is joined by restaurateur Jeremy King with music by Mahler, Glass and Peggy Lee.
Jools is joined by restaurateur Jeremy King with music by Mahler, Glass and Peggy Lee.
13:00 - Music Matters
Satire and the Stave, Satire and Religion
Chris Addison explores how composers have handled religion and its authority
Chris Addison explores how composers have handled religion and its authority
14:00 - Record Review
Tchaikovsky's Romeo & Juliet Fantasy Overture in Building a Library with Marina Frolova-Walker and Andrew McGregor
Marina Frolova-Walker with her f ... More >>avourite version of Tchaikovsky's Romeo & Juliet.
Marina Frolova-Walker with her f ... More >>avourite version of Tchaikovsky's Romeo & Juliet.
16:00 - Sound of Cinema
Maria Callas and opera in films
With the Maria Callas biopic in cinemas, Matthew Sweet explores the use of opera in films.
With the Maria Callas biopic in cinemas, Matthew Sweet explores the use of opera in films.
17:00 - This Classical Life
Jess Gillam with... Anna Clyne
Jess Gillam hosts the music show for people who like classical and other stuff, too.
Jess Gillam hosts the music show for people who like classical and other stuff, too.
18:00 - Opera on 3
Janacek's The Cunning Little Vixen
Janacek's folk-infused opera performed by the LSO conducted by Simon Rattle
Janacek's folk-infused opera performed by the LSO conducted by Simon Rattle
20:00 - Rattle at 70
A selection of highlight recordings of Simon Rattle
21:30 - Music Planet
Ancient flutes and Somali funk
Kathryn Tickell presents new roots-based music from around the globe
Kathryn Tickell presents new roots-based music from around the globe
22:30 - New Music Show
Anna Meredith's Bumps Per Minute
Cutting-edge and experimental new music in live performance, plus interviews and features.
Cutting-edge and experimental new music in live performance, plus interviews and features.
00:30 - Through the Night
Dvořák and Strauss from Berlin
Cellist Julia Hagen joins the Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra in Dvořák's Cello Concerto.
Cellist Julia Hagen joins the Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra in Dvořák's Cello Concerto.
06:30 - Breakfast
Start your Sunday the Radio 3 way with Tom McKinney
Tom McKinney presents Radio 3’s classical breakfast show.
Tom McKinney presents Radio 3’s classical breakfast show.
09:00 - Sunday Morning
Your perfect Sunday soundtrack
Sarah Walker with three hours of classical music to reflect, restore and refresh.
Sarah Walker with three hours of classical music to reflect, restore and refresh.
12:00 - Private Passions
Dava Sobel
Michael Berkeley's guest is the best-selling author Dava Sobel.
Michael Berkeley's guest is the best-selling author Dava Sobel.
13:30 - Music Map
A journey to Mendelssohn's Hebrides Overture
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with a playlist to illuminate Mendelssohn's influential concert overture
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with a playlist to illuminate Mendelssohn's influential concert overture
15:00 - Choral Evensong
Manchester Cathedral
Live from Manchester Cathedral. (R)
Live from Manchester Cathedral. (R)
16:00 - Jazz Record Requests
Chet Baker - Sergio Mendes - Jessica Williams - Quatuor Ebène - Bill Evans
Alyn Shipton presents jazz records from the past and present as requeste ... More >>d by you.
Alyn Shipton presents jazz records from the past and present as requeste ... More >>d by you.
17:00 - The Early Music Show
On Bach's Farm
Mark Seow explores links between Bach's music and farming - of the soil, heart and soul. (R)
Mark Seow explores links between Bach's music and farming - of the soil, heart and soul. (R)
18:00 - Words and Music
The Return
Music on the theme of returning with readings by Clare Perkins and Jonathan Keeble
Music on the theme of returning with readings by Clare Perkins and Jonathan Keeble
19:15 - Sunday Feature
The Search for a Lost Ugandan Opera
Mugabi Turya traces the forgotten legacy of pioneering composer Solomon Mbabi Katana.
Mugabi Turya traces the forgotten legacy of pioneering composer Solomon Mbabi Katana.
20:00 - Drama on 3
Gatsby in Harlem (Part 2)
F Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby reimagined by Roy Williams and starring Ncuti Gatwa.
F Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby reimagined by Roy Williams and starring Ncuti Gatwa.
21:30 - New Generation Artists
Jazz saxophonist Emma Rawicz
Recordings by artists on the Radio 3 New Generation Artists scheme.
Recordings by artists on the Radio 3 New Generation Artists scheme.
22:00 - Ultimate Calm
Ólafur Arnalds: Series 3, Celestial sounds for stargazing ft. Julianna Barwick
8/12 Ólafur Arnalds looks to the skies with a celesti ... More >>al soundtrack for stargazing. (R)
8/12 Ólafur Arnalds looks to the skies with a celesti ... More >>al soundtrack for stargazing. (R)
23:00 - The Night Tracks Mix
Music for late-night listening
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with a magical sonic journey for late-night listening. (R)
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with a magical sonic journey for late-night listening. (R)
23:30 - Unclassified
Pitch, Phase and Pulse
Elizabeth Alker with brand new music including tracks from Ida Dueland and Brian Coney
Elizabeth Alker with brand new music including tracks from Ida Dueland and Brian Coney
00:30 - Through the Night
Musical stories: Tchaikovsky, Khachaturian and Stravinsky
Tchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet and Stravinsky's witty ballet inspired by a game of cards.
Tchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet and Stravinsky's witty ballet inspired by a game of cards.
06:30 - Breakfast
Boost your morning with classical
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3’s award-winning classical breakfast show.
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3’s award-winning classical breakfast show.
09:30 - Essential Classics
Refresh your morning with classical music
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
13:00 - Classical Live
Juilliard Quartet live from Wigmore plus music making from Wales
Specially recorded music from home and abroad.
Specially recorded music from home and abroad.
16:00 - Composer of the Week
Imogen Holst (1907-1984), A Musical Background
1/5 Donald Macleod delves into the early life of Imogen Holst.
1/5 Donald Macleod delves into the early life of Imogen Holst.
17:00 - In Tune
Ease into your evening with classical music
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
19:00 - Classical Mixtape
Half an hour of the finest classical music
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
19:30 - Radio 3 in Concert
Simon Rattle and the London Symphony Orchestra
Sir Simon Rattle celebrates his 70th birthday with the LSO in a concert of British music
Sir Simon Rattle celebrates his 70th birthday with the LSO in a concert of British music
21:45 - The Essay
EarthWorks, Stone
Archaeologist Rose Ferraby explores rock art in Northumberland.
Archaeologist Rose Ferraby explores rock art in Northumberland.
22:00 - Night Tracks
Meditative music for late night solace
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
23:30 - 'Round Midnight
Kevin Le Gendre sits in
The journalist, author and broadcaster sits in for Soweto all this week.
The journalist, author and broadcaster sits in for Soweto all this week.
00:30 - Through the Night
Schumann and Brahms from Zagreb
Branimir Pustički and the Croatian RT Symphony Orchestra play Schumann's Cello Concerto.
Branimir Pustički and the Croatian RT Symphony Orchestra play Schumann's Cello Concerto.
06:30 - Breakfast
Get going with classical
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3’s award-winning classical breakfast show.
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3’s award-winning classical breakfast show.
09:30 - Essential Classics
Classical soundtrack for your morning
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
13:00 - Classical Live
The BBC National Orchestra of Wales plus Ornaments of the Baroque
Specially recorded music from the UK and beyond with Tom McKinney.
Specially recorded music from the UK and beyond with Tom McKinney.
16:00 - Composer of the Week
Imogen Holst (1907-1984), Adventures in Europe
2/5 Donald Macloed follows Imogen Holst as she experiences music around Europe.
2/5 Donald Macloed follows Imogen Holst as she experiences music around Europe.
17:00 - In Tune
Classical music to inspire you
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
19:00 - Classical Mixtape
A 30-minute soundscape of classical gems
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical gems.
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical gems.
19:30 - Radio 3 in Concert
BBC NOW perform Petrushka
Antony Hermus conducts Stravinsky's puppet ballet with works by Martinů and Janácek.
Antony Hermus conducts Stravinsky's puppet ballet with works by Martinů and Janácek.
21:45 - The Essay
EarthWorks, Wood
Archaeologist Rose Ferraby traces the story of Seahenge in North Norfolk.
Archaeologist Rose Ferraby traces the story of Seahenge in North Norfolk.
22:00 - Night Tracks
Nocturnal music to bewitch the senses
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
23:30 - 'Round Midnight
Yazz Ahmed’s 4/4
The British-Bahraini trumpeter guides us through some of her favourite albums
The British-Bahraini trumpeter guides us through some of her favourite albums
00:30 - Through the Night
2022 BBC Proms at Battersea Arts Centre
Leif Ove Andsnes & friends perform chamber music by Mozart at the 2022 BBC Proms.
Leif Ove Andsnes & friends perform chamber music by Mozart at the 2022 BBC Proms.
06:30 - Breakfast
Classical music to set you up for the day
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3’s award-winning classical breakfast show.
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3’s award-winning classical breakfast show.
09:30 - Essential Classics
Celebrating classical greats
Refresh your morning with a great selection of classical music.
Refresh your morning with a great selection of classical music.
13:00 - Classical Live
Ornaments of the Baroque plus music of Wales from Mathias and Biles-Liddell
Specially recorded music from around the world.
Specially recorded music from around the world.
15:00 - Choral Evensong
St Lawrence Church, York
From St Lawrence Church, York, with the Ebor Singers.
From St Lawrence Church, York, with the Ebor Singers.
16:00 - Composer of the Week
Imogen Holst (1907-1984), Music at Dartington
3/5 Donald Macleod follows Imogen Holst's adventures during and after World War Two.
3/5 Donald Macleod follows Imogen Holst's adventures during and after World War Two.
17:00 - In Tune
Live music and news from the world of classical
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
19:00 - Classical Mixtape
Expand your horizons with classical music
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
19:30 - Radio 3 in Concert
Piano music by Haydn, Beethoven, Brahms & Schubert
Live from London's Wigmore Hall, a recital of piano music performed by Mariam Batsashvili.
Live from London's Wigmore Hall, a recital of piano music performed by Mariam Batsashvili.
21:45 - The Essay
EarthWorks, Pottery
Archaeologist Rose Ferraby rolls up her sleeves to experience the art of making pottery.
Archaeologist Rose Ferraby rolls up her sleeves to experience the art of making pottery.
22:00 - Night Tracks
Bewitching sounds for after dark
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
23:30 - 'Round Midnight
New music from Sultan Stevenson
Guest presenter Kevin Le Gendre selects a fresh new release from the UK pianist.
Guest presenter Kevin Le Gendre selects a fresh new release from the UK pianist.
00:30 - Through the Night
Chamber Music from the 2024 Schubertiade, Hohenems
The Modigliani Quartet plays Schubert, Beethoven and Brahms.
The Modigliani Quartet plays Schubert, Beethoven and Brahms.
06:30 - Breakfast
Sunny side up classical
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3’s award-winning classical breakfast show.
Petroc Trelawny presents Radio 3’s award-winning classical breakfast show.
09:30 - Essential Classics
Great classical music for your morning
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
13:00 - Classical Live
Telemann and Bach from the City of London plus a new work by Elena Kats-Chernin from Wales
Specially recorded music from home and abroad.
Specially recorded music from home and abroad.
16:00 - Composer of the Week
Imogen Holst (1907-1984), Amanuensis to Britten
4/5 Donald Macleod explores Imogen Holst’s relationship with Britten.
4/5 Donald Macleod explores Imogen Holst’s relationship with Britten.
17:00 - In Tune
In session with stellar classical artists
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
19:00 - Classical Mixtape
Power through with classical music
A 30-minute classical music soundscape with pieces by Couperin, Cimarosa, Moeran, Bach. (R)
A 30-minute classical music soundscape with pieces by Couperin, Cimarosa, Moeran, Bach. (R)
19:30 - Radio 3 in Concert
Mozart, Britten and Vaughan Williams
Ryan Wigglesworth conducts the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Ryan Wigglesworth conducts the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
21:45 - The Essay
EarthWorks, Leather
Archaeologist Rose Ferraby encounters Roman leatherwork at Vindolanda on Hadrian’s Wall.
Archaeologist Rose Ferraby encounters Roman leatherwork at Vindolanda on Hadrian’s Wall.
22:00 - Night Tracks
A meditative moonlight soundtrack
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
Sara Mohr-Pietsch with an adventurous, immersive soundtrack for late-night listening.
23:30 - 'Round Midnight
An exclusive new track from Elliot Galvin
A premiere of a piece from the UK pianist’s forthcoming album.
A premiere of a piece from the UK pianist’s forthcoming album.
00:30 - Through the Night
Ravel and Dutilleux from Poland
Angela Hewitt plays Ravel's G major Piano Concerto.
Angela Hewitt plays Ravel's G major Piano Concerto.
06:30 - Breakfast
Perk up your morning with classical music
Hannah French presents Radio 3's classical breakfast show, including the Friday poem.
Hannah French presents Radio 3's classical breakfast show, including the Friday poem.
09:30 - Essential Classics
The ideal mix of classical music
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
Georgia Mann plays the best in classical music.
13:00 - Classical Live
An Enigma from Wales and more Ornaments of the Baroque from London
Specially recorded music from the UK and beyond.
Specially recorded music from the UK and beyond.
16:00 - Composer of the Week
Imogen Holst (1907-1984), An Indian Summer
5/5 Donald Macleod explores Imogen Holst’s Indian Summer.
5/5 Donald Macleod explores Imogen Holst’s Indian Summer.
17:00 - In Tune
World-class classical music – live
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
Live music and interviews from the world's finest classical musicians.
19:00 - Classical Mixtape
Classical music for focus or relaxation
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
Take time out with a 30-minute soundscape of classical favourites.
19:30 - Friday Night is Music Night
On Tour in China
Anna-Maria Helsing conducts the BBC Concert Orch, recorded on New Year's Day in Shenzhen.
Anna-Maria Helsing conducts the BBC Concert Orch, recorded on New Year's Day in Shenzhen.
21:45 - The Essay
EarthWorks, Metal
Rose Ferraby considers steel in the company of a cutler and a blacksmith in Sheffield.
Rose Ferraby considers steel in the company of a cutler and a blacksmith in Sheffield.
22:00 - Late Junction
Pipe organ bird trills and the miniature world of cells
Join Verity Sharp on another ear-bending journey into the furthest reaches of sound.
Join Verity Sharp on another ear-bending journey into the furthest reaches of sound.
23:30 - 'Round Midnight
Daniel Casimir live in session
Highlights from the bassist’s performance for 'Round Midnight at the Barbican
Highlights from the bassist’s performance for 'Round Midnight at the Barbican
