Classical Music Radio WQXR

Name: Classical Music Radio WQXR
Rating: 4.3 (148 reviews)
Author: New York Public Radio

By: New York Public Radio

Music

Features & Capabilities

WQXR: Classical Music Radio from New York to the World. Download this NEW and IMPROVED classical music app from WQXR, the #1 classical radio station in the US and the #1 classical radio station app on iTunes. Unlike classical jukebox or algorithm apps, WQXR is hosted and curated by REAL PEOPLE with a RICH KNOWLEDGE of classical music. This app provides you with a personal gateway to discovering classical music from the world’s greatest composers and performers. Join listeners from New York City and around the world and hear WQXR’s unique perspective on classical music and live performance broadcasts that you can’t get anywhere else.

NEW and IMPROVED App Features: Four separate live streams – WQXR, Q2 Music, Operavore, and The Jonathan Channel; real-time playlists; on-demand library; HD video performances and interviews; updated alarm clock and sleep timer; on-air schedule; and an easy pledge form to support WQXR. Developed by New York Public Radio, bringing classical music and opera programming to listeners worldwide with curated content and exclusive video content.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Music & Audio Entertainment

By:

New York Public Radio

Rating:

4.30

(148) 1 new ratings

Version:

2.0.14 Last updated: 2019-07-02

Version code:

831488416

Creation date:

2011-09-16

Compatible devices:

Size:

63.76MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-05

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 132,281 ▲ 333

Other platforms

Classical Music Radio WQXR (v2.0.10)

82,020 3.92

(547)

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Developed by:

New York Public Radio

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/classical-music-radio-wqxr/id464130298

Website:

http://www.wqxr.org/mobile/

User Reviews

Reviewers praise the breadth of streams and strong programming, plus solid on-demand features and mobile listening. Major recurring drawbacks are lack of AirPlay/Smart Speaker support, no iPad/landscape compatibility, missing lock-screen track info with outdated playback data, and occasional stability issues after updates.

Pros

Extensive range of streams, especially Operavore and New Sounds, with strong programming and hosts.
Robust on-demand features, including Previously Played, plus an alarm clock and visible playback info in-app.
Good for on-the-go listening; streaming is reliable on mobile and there is offline listening/download support per user feedback.
Content quality and the station's mission are highly praised by reviewers.

Cons

No AirPlay/HomePod/Chromecast support to stream to external speakers.
No iPad version or landscape orientation; lack of universal cross-device support.
Lock-screen does not show track info; currently playing/previously played and playlists often not up to date.
Stability and playback updates can be unreliable after OS/app updates; occasional crashes or freezes.

Recent reviews

Along with the classical music and the new Sounds station, I would suggest replacing the holiday station with either ambient music or contemporary instrumental music. Overall, it’s a terrific station.

by tu*****, 2026-04-20

I wish it showed what was currently playing on the lock screen instead of just the D.J.

by sl*****, 2025-12-31

My religion is: Music…and WQXR fulfills its mission of lifting the spirit 24/7. The app is excellent and I particularly love the the various streams available (especially Operavore) and it’s also wonderful to see what’s being played at any time. Thank you🙏🎊🎈✨