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Discover Classical is a 24-hour source of classical music for the Dayton, Ohio, region on the radio.
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Discover Classical is a 24-hour source of classical music for the Dayton, Ohio, region on the radio at 88.1 and 89.9 FM, and for the world online at discoverclassical.org.

12/09/2024

Today's programming on Discover Classical is dedicated to Margie McDonald in recognition of her years of service from a grateful Farmersville United Methodist Church.

12/08/2024

Leon Bates was the first pianist to perform with the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra in the Schuster Center, and he helped Neal Gittleman choose a Steinway piano for the new concert hall. He plays Samuel Barber's Piano Concerto with the DPO tonight at 8pm on Discover Classical's Concert Night.

https://discoverclassical.org/program.php?p=concert

12/08/2024

Today at 2:00, Theme and Variations takes you to the Lost and Found Department for music that went missing for many years. It’s by Johannes Brahms, Frederic Chopin, G. F. Handel, Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Gustav Mahler, Florence Price, Giacomo Puccini and Giuseppe Verdi.

12/07/2024

On this date in 1842, the NY Philharmonic gave its first performance in the Apollo Rooms on lower Broadway. Playing for an audience of 600, the orchestra presented an eclectic 3-hour program that included Beethoven's 5th. Each musician was paid $5 (ca. $135 today).

12/07/2024

Dayton Ballet offers a new interpretation of an old tradition with this season's production of The Nutcracker, on stage at the Schuster Center December 13 - 22. "Dayton Ballet continues to push forward and offer fresh takes on classic ballets," said Artistic Director Brandon Ragland.

The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presents Dayton Ballet's world premiere of "The Nutcracker" Dec. 13-22 at the Schuster Center.

12/07/2024

Rimsky-Korsakov's 'Mozart and Salieri' premiered 7 Dec 1898 in Moscow. Unusually for Rimsky it was a chamber opera, well-suited to Mamontov's private stage. Also, it was based upon a "little tragedy" by Pushkin and was a rare foray by the composer into psychological drama.

12/07/2024

https://www.daytondailynews.com/lifestyles/dayton-live-wins-international-award-for-venue-excellence/22V3ZOK3JBHG5MFDOUOJUAH3SA/

Dayton Live has been recognized as one of five venues to receive the Venue Excellence Award from the International Association of Venue Managers.

12/07/2024

Tonight at 8pm, Discover Classical presents the St. Olaf Christmas Festival from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota. This service in song and word has become one of the nation's most cherished holiday celebrations. The festival includes hymns, carols, choral works, as well as orchestral selections celebrating the Nativity and featuring more than 500 student musicians in five choirs, along with the St. Olaf Orchestra.

12/07/2024

Today's programming on Discover Classical is dedicated by David and Janet Burkardt to celebrate their 33rd wedding anniversary.

12/07/2024

The Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra played Dvorak and Duke Ellington in their Winter Concert last weekend. You can hear the performance this Saturday at 10am on Discover Classical's Live & Local, supported by the Wright State University School of Fine and Performing Arts: Music with additional funding from the Ohio Arts Council.

https://discoverclassical.org/program.php?p=livelocal

12/06/2024

Thank you to Discover Classical for an amazing production of Angel Night on the radio! It was the perfect accompaniment to Calvary's event this evening

12/05/2024

Today's programming on Discover Classical is dedicated by Mark Stokoe in honor of Steve Brown on his birthday.

12/04/2024

The Bach Society of Dayton presents Sweet Sounds of the Holidays this Sunday, and Music Director David Crean previews the concert on the next ArtsFocus. Listen on the radio Thursday at 7:55am and 4:55pm, or online right now:

https://www.discoverclassical.org/artsfocus.htm

ArtsFocus is sponsored by The Dayton Art Institute.

12/04/2024

Are you looking for the perfect gift for the classical music lover on your list -- the one who doesn’t want or need anything more? Make a contribution to Discover Classical and reserve an Honorary Day in 2025. You can dedicate an entire day of programming to a special person, organization or occasion, or commemorate a birthday or anniversary. The possibilities are endless! Plus you'll get a commemorative certificate signed by the Discover Classical staff which you can give this holiday season.

To find out more, please call (937) 222-9377 or go to https://discoverclassical.org/give/

Happy Holidays from all of us at Discover Classical!

12/04/2024

Hannah's Treasure Chest provides holiday presents for more than 1,000 families in southwestern Ohio through its Giving Angels program. This year, the staff of Discover Classical contributed clothing, toys and other items for a local family. Learn how to participate in the Giving Angels program at

https://www.htcdayton.org/giving-angels

HTC Dayton

12/04/2024

A new season of Metropolitan Opera broadcasts begins this Saturday at 1pm on Discover Classical's Opera House. Over the next six months, you can hear live performances by today's most celebrated artists, as well as archive recordings of legendary stars from the past. The Opera House is sponsored by Wagner Subaru.

https://discoverclassical.org/program.php?p=opera

12/04/2024

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Happy Thanksgiving from Discover Classical

As you enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday, be sure to listen to Discover Classical for a full day of special programs. We're thankful for everyone who helps make this station possible! https://discoverclassical.org/thanksgiving.htm

Happy Thanksgiving from Discover Classical

We're grateful for all of Discover Classical's listeners and supporters! Tune in this Thursday for a full day of special Thanksgiving programs. We hope you enjoy a safe and happy holiday. https://discoverclassical.org/thanksgiving.htm

Discover Classical's Fall Membership Campaign began this morning with a special edition of The Intimate Guitar. Host Jim McCutcheon performed in the studio, along with Keith Lykins and Evan Fiehrer. We heard from many fans of The Intimate Guitar during the program. Thanks to everyone who donated! You can make a gift anytime day or night at (937) 222-9377 or discoverclassical.org/give

Discover Classical's Spring Membership Campaign began Sunday with a special two-hour edition of The Intimate Guitar with Jim McCutcheon. Jim and several of his students performed in our studio, including one of our 2023 Young Talent Winners, Mira Buerk playing Asturias by Isaac Albeniz. Please support the station that brings you music of the classical guitar and so much more. Call (937) 222-9377 or give online at https://discoverclassical.org/give

Join me this coming weekend, January 20 and 21, 2024, for music of Luigi Boccherini from the Cracow Guitar Quartet; a sonata by Ferdinando Carulli from Andrea Curiale; a suite from Maximo, Diego Pujol with guitarist Rene Izquierdo and recorder player Clea Galhano; and a movement from 'Concierto de La Herradura' by Eduardo Morales-Caso, performed by soloist Adam Levin. This great music can be heard twice, Saturday at 6 PM EST (2300 GMT) and again Sunday morning at 9 AM EST (1400 GMT). Listen online at discoverclassical.org in western Ohio at FM 88.1, 89.9 and 89.1. Music from the instrument held closest to the heart!