KBAQ 89.5 "K-Bach" Classical - Phoenix, AZ 🇺🇸

KBAQ 89.5 FM, "K-Bach" Classical, is Phoenix's public radio station for classical music, owned by Arizona State University. Operated by ASU's Cronkite School, KBAQ provides resources, expertise, and an educational mission. As an NPR member, KBAQ broadcasts NPR news programs alongside its classical music. KBAQ features live, locally produced programming with hosts providing insightful commentary. Specialty programs explore specific composers, periods, or themes, including composer spotlights and themed programs for holidays. KBAQ highlights Arizona's classical music organizations, musicians, and events, supporting the local arts community. Listener-supported, KBAQ relies on donations. As part of ASU, KBAQ engages in educational outreach via school partnerships and online resources. KBAQ collaborates with arts groups like the Phoenix Symphony. Its signal covers metro Phoenix, and online streaming allows global listening.