From an evolutionary standpoint, we’re still not sure whether our brains evolved specifically to process music, or music happened to make use of neural pathways that had developed for other reasons.

From Michael Nyman to Meredith Monk, we bliss out in some of the most mesmerising, hypnotic and calming minimalist music ever written. The guiding principle of minimalist music, said founding father ...

A selection of beautiful, ambient classical music to carry you away from the day’s troubles... If you’re looking for some relaxing classical music, modern composers might be the ones to turn to. Amid ...

Indulge in this three hour mix of classical music for ultimate relaxation. Featuring well-known favourites from Antonín Dvořák and Gabriel Fauré, as well as contemporary gems from Kerensa Briggs, ...