WCRB 99.5 is a not-for-profit organizational radio that is licensed to Lowell, Massachusetts. The satellite signals of the broadcaster can be heard across the boundaries of Greater Boston on 99.5 MHz on the FM dial. Internationally, the channel can be enjoyed from its web portal. The channel is also familiar in the market as “Classical Radio Boston 99.5 WCRB.” The station can be tuned any time of the day to enjoy classic programming. The day and night coverage of the broadcaster is carried through 27,000 watts of effective radiated power.
The managerial and commercial activities of WCRB 99.5 are overlooked by its owner “WGBH Educational Foundation,” which also co-owns its sibling stations WGBH, WGBH-TV, WFXZ-CD, and WGBX-TV. The callsign of the channel points towards the previous owner of the station “Charles River Broadcasting.” You can visit the web portal to become a volunteer for the broadcaster, as well as donating your funds so that the radio can continue to support you.
The channel was founded on 30th January 1948 in Waltham by airing on 1330 kHz. The station was acquired by “Charles River Broadcasting” in 1950. In 1970, the callsign of the broadcaster was changed to WSSH. On 13th December 1995, the format of the station was changed to smooth jazz and its callsign to WOAZ.
Currently, the station is a notable radio of the market with a handsome local and international audience. You can also get updates and notification form the broadcaster by following its social media accounts.
WCRB 99.5 Programs
Late Nights on WCRB
Pipedreams
Under the Radar
The Bach Hour with Brian McCreath
Classical Music with Cathy Fuller
The Boston Symphony Orchestra
You can visit the official website at classicalwcrb.org.