Every day, 90.9 broadcasts classical music and jazz through well-curated playlists and programs.
The Sound of Sacrifice In this Memorial Day episode of The Soundtrack, Haley Taylor takes us on a musical journey through war movies, from the Civil War to World War II and beyond. She starts with “Cold Mountain” (2003), exploring the haunting folk and gospel-infused soundtrack produced by T Bone Burnett, setting the stage for […]
90.9 WRCJ’s Cecelia Sharpe speaks with renowned bassist Marion Hayden who will return to The Station at Michigan Central with the Grammy-nominated band Straight Ahead for a special Mother’s Day edition of Fridays at The Station, on May 8, 2026. Listen to the interview HERE The Detroit-born Hayden was the first artist to perform at […]
Grammy®-nominated harpist Yolanda Kondonassis released the album “Terra Infirma” just ahead of Earth Day 2026. In this interview, our very own harpist Christa Grix speaks with Yolanda about the album which includes world premiere recordings of major new works by acclaimed composer Reena Esmail. The album also includes violinist Vijay Gupta, the Interlochen Center for […]
90.9 WRCJ’s Dave Wagner speaks with organist Fred Hohman who recently played a free concert on Sunday April 26, 2026 at 4pm at Blessed Sacrament Cathedral in Detroit, MI. Listen to the interview HERE
Lisa DiChiera talks with Dave Wagner about opera in Detroit. It began with her father, Dr. David DiChiera presenting “Overture to Opera” which grew into the Detroit Opera company, their theatre in Downtown Detroit and their 30th anniversary. Listen to the interview HERE
UPDATE – Only a few left! We’ve partnered with Detroit’s own Signal-Return to create a limited-edition letterpress poster celebrating The Soundtrack on 90.9 FM WRCJ. Each one is hand-printed, bringing together the artistry of film music and the craft of printmaking in a truly tangible way. Make your pledge today, and take home a piece […]
Our official baseball cap with a new design. It is 100% cotton, has an adjustable velcro closure, features the updated 90.9 WRCJ logo and can be yours for a one time donation of $60 or more. You can also choose to make a sustaining donation of just $5 a month. Order HERE
Seven-string guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli interprets classic songs with joy, reverence, technical prowess, elegance, and swing. Linda Yohn of 90.9 WRCJ spoke with Pizzarelli about following in his father’s musical footsteps, his new album, and his upcoming concert with Cabaret 313 in this clip from One Detroit. Watch the interview HERE See Pizzarelli’s Cabaret313 […]
Music has a way of lifting us up and bringing peace, especially for those in the caregiving space. If you’re looking for resources, stories, and events to help guide you, visit detroitpbs.org/caregiving. 90.9 WRCJ offers a safe and peaceful space through the healing power of music. Here’s some selections we think might provide some comfort […]
90.9 WRCJ’s Cecelia Sharpe speaks with conductor Thomas Wilkins about the Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s Classical Roots tradition and music by Black composers on concert stages everywhere. Listen to the interview HERE