The Music & Meditation Podcast

Izzy and Nicole Vignola chat about how we can realise our potential by overcoming obstacles standing in our way. Nicole is a neuroscientist, performance coach and author who leads a guided meditation which forms the first step of rewiring our brains to fulfil our potential. The music that soundtracks Nicole's guided meditation was composed by Amelia Clarkson and recorded by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, exclusively for this episode. If you’re brand new to meditation or you've tried it before, this series is the perfect place to pick it up from.Music you'll hear in this episode includes: Grieg: Holberg Suite - Sarabande Amelia Clarkson: Wings of Peace Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-flat major, K. 282 Schubert: Symphony No. 5 in B flat major, D 485

Izzy and Donna Ashworth explore why joy can get lost in adulthood and how we can start to welcome it back into our lives. Donna is an author, poet and lover of words who creates a beautiful meditative space where we can begin to rediscover joy. The music that soundtracks Donna's guided meditation was composed by Cephas Azariah and recorded by members of the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode. Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.Music featured in this episode includes: Albinoni: Violin Concerto in F major Cephas Azariah: Rediscover Joy Carl von Dittersdorf: Concerto for Oboe and Orchestra in G major - Andante Beethoven: Sonata for cello and piano No.4 - Andante, Vivace

Izzy and Richie Norton talk about how walking can help process our thoughts and emotions, leaving us with a clearer mind. Richie is an ex rugby player turned yogi and breathwork facilitator who leads a guided meditation about the experience of walking. The music that soundtracks Riche's guided meditation was composed by Callum Au and recorded by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode. If you’re brand new to meditation or you've tried it before, this series is the perfect place to pick it up from.

Izzy and Tamu Thomas share their experiences of work/life balance and how to put ourselves first. Tamu is a holistic life coach, speaker and author who leads a guided meditation to help us move away from toxic productivity towards listening to our bodies and advocating for ourselves. The music that soundtracks Tamu's guided meditation was composed by Jamie Elless and recorded by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode. Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.Music you'll hear in this episode includes: Rachmaninov: Sonata in G minor Op.19 for cello and piano - 3rd movement (Andante) Jamie Elless: Refine your work life balance Beethoven: Piano Sonata No.5 in C minor - 2nd movement John Foulds: Iles of Greece, Op.48 No.2

Izzy and Charlotte Church chat about how to connect with our inner creativity and imagination. Charlotte Church is a singer turned sound healing therapist who runs a retreat centre in Wales. In this episode, she leads a guided meditation to help us develop our creativity.The music that soundtracks Charlotte's guided meditation was composed by Cecilia Tyrrell and recorded by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode. Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.Music featured in this episode includes: Rossini - String Sonata No.1 in G major Cecilia Tyrell - Expand Your Creativity Schubert - Notturno Op.148 (post.) in E Brahms - Symphony No.1 in C minor (2nd movement)

Izzy and Anna Mathur explore how we can manage our fears so that we can live fuller and more intentional lives. Anna is a psychotherapist and author who leads a guided meditation to lessen the power that fears of the unknown have over us.The music that soundtracks Anna's guided meditation was composed by Sarah Latto and recorded by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra exclusively for this episode. Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.Music you'll hear in this episode includes: Vivaldi: Flute concerto in D major (Andante) Sarah Latto: Manage Your Fears Mozart: Divertimento in D major K.136 (2nd movement) Tchaikovsky: Suite for orchestra Op.61 No.4 in G major (Mozartiana)

Izzy and Niall Breslin look at how we can make mindful choices for a more peaceful and fulfilling evening routine. Niall is a podcast host, author, composer and BBC Radio 3 Unwind presenter, who leads a guided meditation to help us reclaim our evenings for some quality relaxation. The music that soundtracks Niall's guided meditation was composed by Piers Connor Kennedy and recorded by the BBC Singers exclusively for this episode. If you’re brand new to meditation or you've tried it before, this show is the perfect place to pick it up from!Music you'll hear in this episode includes: Beethoven: Piano Sonata No.23 in F minor (2nd movement) Piers Connor Kennedy: Wind Down for the Evening Handel: Xerxes (Largo) Albeniz: Granada

Host Izzy Judd welcomes you back to the fourth series of the ultimate therapeutic podcast, featuring music and meditation designed to combat the challenges of daily life and leave you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world. Episodes cover topics from refining your work/life balance to managing your fears, with specially created ten-minute guided meditations from a range of experts, all enhanced by an immersive classical soundtrack.

Izzy and Gabby Bernstein chat about how meditation can help build courage and confidence to approach life's challenges in a different way. Gabby Bernstein is a spiritual leader, motivational speaker and author, and her guided meditation will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take on the world. The music that soundtracks Gabby's guided meditation was composed by Emily Lim and recorded by the BBC Concert Orchestra exclusively for this episode. Whether you're just starting to meditate or you're a seasoned meditator, this is the perfect podcast for you.Music you'll hear in this episode includes: Schumann: Adagio in A flat major Op. 70 Emily Lim: The sun, unafraid to shine Debussy: La fille aux cheveux de lin Byrd: Tribulationes civitatum

Izzy and Jasmin Harsono look at how meditation can help us move through sadness, pain and grief. Jasmin Harsono is a multisensory artist, meditation guide specialising in energy and sound, author of “Self Reiki” and founder of Emerald and Tiger. She shares her own journey of experiencing sadness alongside a guided meditation to help you process the inevitabilities of life.The music that soundtracks Jasmin's guided meditation was composed by Peter Gregson and recorded by the BBC Concert Orchestra, BBC Singers and sound artist Jasmin Harsono exclusively for this episode. If you’re brand new to meditation or you've tried it before, this series is the perfect place to pick it up from. Music you'll hear in this episode includes: Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 28 in A major, iii Adagio ma non troppo Peter Gregson: To process grief Elgar: They are at rest Marcello: Oboe Concerto, ii Adagio