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A Philadelphia native, Mark grew up in Roxborough and at WRTI has followed in the footsteps of his father, William, who once hosted a music program on the station back in the '50s.

This week, classical music lovers have a preponderance of excellent options in the Philadelphia area. Let Fanfare be your guide.

Saxophonist-composer Ted Nash spent more than 25 years with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, where he earned considerable renown. His new chapter involves the Boyer College of Music and Dance at Temple. “I don’t think there’s a better program in the States,” he tells WRTI.

Meet violist Helen Qi, member of Temple Music Prep Center for Gifted Young Musicians' Youth Chamber Orchestra, and rising freshman at Yale University.

Today's NFC Championship game isn't the only thrilling thing on this week's calendar. Moment's Notice has the goods, from Soulive at Ardmore Music Hall to the Pete Malinverni Trio at Chris' Jazz Cafe. Go Birds!

When you're looking for a way to de-stress and find a sense of calm, there's always music to provide a gentle hug. So here are our comforting picks for…

Two new works distinguished The Crossing's 2022 Christmas concert, which WRTI is proud to broadcast on Christmas Eve, from 4 to 6 p.m ET.

As a young violinist, Meg Bragle regularly listened to her local classical music station and loved calling in on Saturday mornings to request pieces, usually by Beethoven. The hosts were always kind and played her requests (often the Fifth Symphony), fostering a genuine love for radio.

Josh Jackson is the associate general manager for programming and content at WRTI.

Bassist extraordinaire, composer, arranger, educator, curator and administrator, Christian McBride, has been one of the most important and most omnipresent figures in the jazz world for 20 years. Sometimes hard to believe considering this man just entered his 40's.