The WFMT Radio Network

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The WFMT Radio Network creates, seeks out, and distributes radio programs of importance, depth and beauty to stations serving audiences across the United States and around the world. In addition to syndicating concerts by such renowned orchestras as the Chicago Symphony OrchestraNew York PhilharmonicMilwaukee Symphony OrchestraLos Angeles Philharmonic and San Francisco Symphony, the WFMT Radio Network also makes available signature WFMT shows like Midnight Special with host Marilyn Rea Beyer; Exploring Music with Bill McGlaughlinCollector’s Corner with Henry Fogel; and Fiesta! with Elbio Barilari, focusing on the classical music of South America, Spain and Portugal.

And look to the WFMT Radio Network for full seasons of opera from such distinguished companies as Los Angeles Opera On-Air, and the finest operas from Europe through our ongoing partnership with the European Broadcasting Union. We are also an important source for early music, chamber music, jazz and folk, with shows like Early Music NowChamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival.

Our two celebrated overnight-format satellite services, the classical Beethoven Network with Peter Van De Graff, and Jazz Network with Dee Alexander, Dave Schwan, John Hill, and Jana Lee Ross are recognized as leaders in their field. The music selections are balanced, sophisticated and engaging.

WFMT Radio Network programs have received every major broadcasting award and honor, including the George Foster Peabody Award, Prix Italia and Major Armstrong Award. In its mission to provide highly affordable programming of the highest quality, the WFMT Radio Network brings the best to the world.

Become a WFMT Radio Network Affiliate

The WFMT Radio Network invites stations everywhere to become WFMT Radio Network Affiliates. In addition to access to our high quality, affordable programming, affiliates receive dedicated service from network relations and distribution staff members that understand your needs, regardless of your station’s size or budget. For more information, please call Estlin Usher, Director of the WFMT Network at (773) 279-2112 or at eusher@wfmt.com.

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10 Pieces

Holiday Specials from the WFMT Radio Network

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The Jazz Network is the preeminent hosted Jazz music service heard on over 270 outlets nationwide.

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The Los Angeles Philharmonic, under the vibrant leadership of Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, presents an inspiring array of music through a commitment to foundational works and adventurous explorations. Both at home and abroad, the LA Phil – recognized as one of the world’s outstanding orchestras – is leading the way in groundbreaking and diverse programming, on stage and in the community, that reflects the orchestra’s artistry and demonstrates its vision. 2021/22 marks the orchestra’s 103rd season.

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Since its founding in 1959, the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO) has continued to be one of the country’s most artistically vibrant and innovative orchestras. This tradition has been enjoyed by millions nationwide since 1971 with the MSO’s radio series – the country’s longest-running national classical radio series. The MSO’s full-time, professional, virtuosic musicians excite listeners with over 140 live concerts across Wisconsin each season. A selection of these are featured on the orchestra’s broadcasts, which feature exclusive behind the scenes and backstage musician commentary.

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Since its beginning in 1911, the San Francisco Symphony has been known for innovative programs that offer a spectrum of traditional repertory and new music. Today, the Orchestra’s artistic vitality, recordings, and groundbreaking multimedia educational projects carry its impact throughout American musical life.

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The WFMT Radio Network invites your listeners to travel to Santa Fe, New Mexico through the sounds of thirteen new one-hour radio concerts from the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival. Now in its ninth season, the program has been broadcast across the United States and around the world.

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In celebration of Poetry Month the WFMT Radio Network offers three short programs featuring highlights from the Studs Terkel Radio Archive and new commentary by poet and the former president of The Poetry Foundation Robert Polito.

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The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center is proud to announce details of its 2021-2022 radio series season. The 52 one-hour programs, hosted by Elliott Forrest, feature live recorded performances by leading chamber music players from around the world. Programs feature enlightening commentary from CMS Co-Artistic Director David Finckel, and the performers.

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53 Pieces

Welcome to The Midnight Special, one of the most enduring syndicated folk music radio programs from the WFMT Radio Network. The Midnight Special was established in Chicago on 98.7 WFMT-FM in 1953, and went national in 1971. It has stayed current through decades of change, rich in tradition and history while retaining its timeliness, delighting listeners throughout the world with gentle irreverence or touching them with candid observation.

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85 Pieces

The New York Philharmonic welcomes you to the 2021-2022 syndicated radio broadcasts by one of the world’s longest-running and most celebrated orchestras!


Latest Pieces

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Episode JN 240303 H5_John: 2024-03-03 5:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
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Episode JN 240229 H8_John: 2024-02-29 8:00 AM of Jazz Network

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  • Length: 59:40
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Episode JN 240229 H6_John: 2024-02-29 6:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
  • Length: 59:39
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Episode JN 240228 H8_John: 2024-02-28 8:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
  • Length: 59:39
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Episode JN 240228 H7_John: 2024-02-28 7:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
  • Length: 59:38
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Episode JN 240227 H8_John: 2024-02-27 8:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
  • Length: 59:38
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Episode JN 240227 H7_John: 2024-02-27 7:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
  • Length: 59:38
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Episode JN 240226 H8_John: 2024-02-26 8:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
  • Length: 59:39
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Episode JN 240226 H7_John: 2024-02-26 7:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
  • Length: 59:39
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Episode JN 240226 H6_John: 2024-02-26 6:00 AM of Jazz Network

  • Added: Feb 14, 2024
  • Length: 59:38