Every day, 90.9 broadcasts classical music and jazz through well-curated playlists and programs.
Now is the time to show your support for 90.9 WRCJ! Your favorite hosts are teaming up on-air and we have challenge grants from our community partners to increase the impact of your donation, including the Kresge Challenge Grant, a Jazz Challenge Grant and a dollar for dollar match for first time contributors. We also […]
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 of the music that moves you—on […]
Our official baseball cap proved to be quite popular so we have brought it back 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 […]
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 […]
In partnership with The Senate Theater, 90.9 WRCJ’s “The Soundtrack” invites you to a special screening of “Cinema Paradiso” Saturday, April 25 at 7 p.m. As we celebrate the magic of the movies, and the one-year anniversary of “The Soundtrack,” we’re bringing this beloved international classic to the big screen. Experience the unforgettable fusion of […]
World-renowned guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli returns to Cabaret 313 for an intimate evening celebrating the timeless classics of the Great American Songbook. With his signature charm, virtuosic guitar style, and smooth vocals, Pizzarelli breathes new life into beloved standards, offering fresh, jazz-infused interpretations of songs that have defined generations. Join us for a night […]
Death and Taxes… and Film Music This week on The Soundtrack, Haley Taylor turns tax season into something unexpectedly cinematic, exploring how money, debt, and accounting shape some of film’s most memorable stories—and scores. From the existential comedy of Stranger Than Fiction and the soul-filled mission of The Blues Brothers, to the quiet resilience of […]
Catch folk music favorites The Elderly Brothers Trio this month on Detroit PBS then see their live benefit performance Wednesday, April 22 at the Baldwin Theatre in downtown Royal Oak. Tickets are $30. Available through a donation to 90.9 WRCJ/Detroit PBS or at the Baldwin Box Office. Here is the link to DONATE
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 […]
Pick up a sturdy canvas gig bag embroidered with the 90.9 WRCJ logo. It can be yours for a donation of just $40 to 90.9 WRCJ. Perfect for the musician off to their latest gig, it can carry your music, your headphones and your laptop. Or, if your next gig is going to the grocery […]