Every day, 90.9 broadcasts classical music and jazz through well-curated playlists and programs.

Spring Fundraiser

It’s your chance to show your support for 90.9! Dave Wagner and Peter Whorf team up for some fun, plus we have special guest hosts and new thank you items and bundles. Also, our community partners have put forth challenge grants to inspire you to give and double the power of your donation to classical […]

Our Challenge Grants

Our Community Partners have graciously created Challenge Grants for our Spring Fundraiser! Because of their generosity, the power of your donation is doubled! We have our New Member Challenge for first time contributors thanks to Kay and Al Huberty, Helga & Jerry Bilik and the Noble Family Foundation. It’s a dollar for dollar match up […]

Next DSO broadcast May 24

Our next Detroit Symphony Orchestra broadcast is next month, Friday, May 24 at 10:40 a.m. We’ll hear Johannes Brahms Violin Concerto In D as well as Bela Bartok’s Concerto for Orchestra. German Conductor David Afkham makes his DSO debut and violinist Veronika Eberle is the soloist for this performance. Hosted by Dave Wagner. See more […]

Ticket Tuesday!

Each Tuesday listen for your chance to win as we give away tickets to performances from great local organizations. Dr. Dave is first up with giveaways 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on “The Morning Drive” and then Peter Whorf gives you more chances to win 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on “Midday Music”. Just listen […]

The Passing of Jim Lowlor

All of us at 90.9 were so saddened to hear of the passing of Detroit radio personality Jim Lowlor, who was the host of the Drive Time Elixir from 2009-2011. Born in Trenton, Jim was the son of James and Gladys (Lee) Lowlor. Jim had a very long and successful career in broadcasting in both […]

Congratulations Professor James Kibbie

Congratulations to Professor James Kibbie on 42 years of service at the U of M School of Music, Theatre & Dance. Dr. Dave honored him at the 63rd Organ Conference (and presented him with a little 90.9 Bach figurine!). Don’t forget you can download the complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach, recorded by Dr. […]

The Classical Brunch

Get your tickets now for the Classical Brunch Concert Series at the Community House in Birmingham! Join us October 15th for great music and a tasty brunch. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the Community House website, www.communityhouse.com or call 248.644.5832. • $55.00 per person, per concert • $150.00 per person for […]

90.9 Jazz Hosts Honored

Sunday, May 7th was a marvelous day of music and recognition produced by Naima Shamborguer and friends at the St Matthew’s & St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church. Maxine Michaels, John Penney, Linda Yohn as well as Detroit jazz radio legend Jim Gallert were honored with testimonials and gifts including flowers, an award as a lifetime jazz […]

William Davidson Neighborhood Concert Series

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra will continue its 2023 William Davidson Neighborhood Concert Series, marking the 12th year of the concert series which brings world-class DSO performances to Metro Detroit communities. Neighborhood Series subscriptions can be purchased online here.  

September is Classical Music Month!

Hear from Peter Whorf and Dave Wagner as they talk about Classical Music Month and the events happening around the Detroit area.