📍 🇺🇸 USA
WFMT Classical 256
Now playing
Heuberger, Richard - Der Opernball - Robert McDuffie, v; Cincinnati Pops Orch/Erich Kunzel - Viennese Violin - Telarc
Recently played
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- Bach, Johann Sebastian - Orchestra Suite No.1 in C, BWV 1066 - La Stravaganza Koln/Andrew Manze - Four Ouvertures - Denon
- Dvorak, Antonin - The Hero
- Mendelssohn, Felix - Violin Concerto in d (1822) - Kyoko Takezawa, v; Bamberg Sym Orch/Claus Peter Flor - Violin Concertos - RCA
About WFMT Classical 256
WFMT Classical 256 is a classical music stream based in Chicago, broadcasting online at 258 kbps in AAC format. It’s the high-bitrate companion to WFMT, one of the most recognized classical radio operations in the United States, and the audio quality difference is noticeable if you’re listening on decent speakers or headphones.
The Chicago connection matters here. WFMT has long been tied to the city’s serious music culture, and this stream carries that same programming. Expect the standard classical repertoire: orchestral works, chamber music, opera, the kind of listening that rewards attention rather than background noise.
The stream is free and runs through the station’s website at wfmt.com. At 258 kbps AAC, it plays cleaner audio than most radio streams manage, which makes it worth choosing over lower-bitrate options if your connection can handle it.
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Station info
Country
🇺🇸 USA
Bitrate
258 kbps
Format
AAC
Language
english
Status
🟢 Live
Frequently asked questions
How do I listen to WFMT Classical 256 online?
Stream WFMT Classical 256 at 258 kbps AAC format from the station's official website at wfmt.com. The stream is free and available to listeners worldwide.
What kind of classical music does WFMT play?
WFMT Classical 256 broadcasts classical music programming. Visit wfmt.com for details on specific composers, time slots, and shows in their lineup.
Is WFMT Classical 256 free to listen to?
Yes. WFMT Classical 256 is a free stream available online at wfmt.com.
What language is WFMT Classical 256 broadcast in?
English. WFMT Classical 256 broadcasts in English from Chicago.
Where is WFMT Classical 256 based?
Chicago. WFMT is a classical music station serving the Chicago area and streaming online to listeners everywhere.
What bitrate does WFMT Classical 256 stream at?
258 kbps in AAC format. This bitrate plays good audio quality for classical music over an internet connection.
Can I stream WFMT Classical 256 on my phone or computer?
Yes. WFMT Classical 256 streams online at wfmt.com and can be played on any device with a web browser or compatible streaming app.