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22 March 2023, 12:21 | Updated: 30 March 2023, 15:53
Classical Dreams weaves tales from every corner of the world, in soothing stories to help you sleep.
Classic FM has released new episodes of Classical Dreams – an original podcast of soothing stories designed to lull you into a dreamlike world.
Available exclusively on Global Player, is voiced by some of Classic FM’s best-loved presenters, Alexander Armstrong, Moira Stuart, Myleene Klass, Aled Jones, Anne-Marie Minhall, Alan Titchmarsh, Charlotte Hawkins and John Brunning.
In eight episodes, they explore the landscapes that have inspired some of the most beautiful classical music, from Vienna’s streets and Venice’s canals, to Granada’s Alhambra Palace and Fingal’s Cave.
Alexander Armstrong said: “I’m thrilled to be part of Classic FM’s new Classical Dreams podcast – it combines two loves of mine: great classical music and captivating storytelling.
“The memory of drifting off to sleep with a bedtime story as a child is one the cosiest I have, so it’s a real honour to be helping the whole nation fall asleep! Somehow, I’ve got to try and stay awake while doing it…”
Click the image below to listen to Classical Dreams on Global Player.
The podcast episodes, scripted by Rosie Pentreath and Classic FM’s Tim Lihoreau, are: