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Feel better with these calming classical playlists curated by our hosts

Steve Staruch: Gravity on Vacation

Hear the pieces your favorite classical hosts turn to when they need calm. Enjoy music specially selected by Steve Staruch, Elena See, Scott Blankenship, Brian Newhouse, Julie Amacher and Andrea Blain.

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Elena See : Breathing Room
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Scott Blankenship: Nature and Nostalgia
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Brian Newhouse: Make It Better
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Julie Amacher's Escape the Noise Playlist
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Andrea Blain: Life's Infinite Variety

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