99.5 WCRB

Classical music fills the airwaves across the Greater Boston area on 99.5 MHz, providing a dedicated outlet for orchestral and chamber performances. Owned by WGBH Educational Foundation, this public media organization maintains studios in Brighton while transmitting from a tower located in Needham. The programming schedule features live concert broadcasts from the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra and local chamber music ensembles. Listeners encounter programs such as 'The Bach Hour' and 'Classical Performance' throughout the weekly broadcast schedule. The station provides 24-hour coverage, emphasizing both historical recordings and contemporary performances by regional artists. Its non-commercial status relies on community support and corporate underwriting to maintain daily operations. classicalwcrb.org provides detailed listings for all upcoming concert broadcasts and archive access.