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Classical Music for Oregon

KWAX provides listeners in Oregon and around the world with 24 hours of the world’s greatest music each day. Tune in or stream for live daily broadcasts, syndicated specialty music programs, Listener’s Choice Fridays, and news of regional arts and cultural events.  

Music to give thanks by

Set your radio to KWAX Classical Oregon November 27-28 for Thanksgiving holiday specials, including music and stories of giving thanks, autumn-themed selections, and a tribute to Dmitri Shostakovitch. See program details.

Double your gift during the Giving Tuesday Challenge 

Thinking about end of year contributions? Make a gift to KWAX December 2 and double your gift! For one day only an anonymous donor will match every gift dollar for dollar up to $5,000. Take advantage of our donor’s generosity, show your gratitude for KWAX, and double your impact! Visit KWAX.com December 2 for the KWAX Five Thousand Dollar Challenge.


Listen to KWAX Now

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To listen on air, tune in to 91.1 in Eugene, 88.5 in Redmond, 91.5 in Florence, 92.9 in Salem, 91.3 in Newport, 98.9 in Bend, 90.9 in Sunriver, 101.9 in Cottage Grove, 97.9 in Roseburg, 105.3 in Glide, or 92.9 in Corvallis. To listen online, visit our streaming service.

On-Air Programming

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Do you want to know what is playing on KWAX? Always know when your favorite programs are on with the KWAX programming guide. View any day of the week and the programs that will air. Visit the pages often to learn about special programs and events.

Support KWAX Radio

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As a listener-supported service of the University of Oregon, KWAX relies heavily on gifts from listeners like you to maintain our classical music format. Donating to KWAX takes less than five minutes online or you can send a check. And now, KWAX is able to accept your donation of a car, boat, motorcycle, or RV.


Arts groups: use .wav files for your Arts Line submissions

As an arts presenter, do you know that KWAX offers free public service announcements of your upcoming events? It's called Arts Line, and these :30 second announcements air throughout the day. We're upgrading our call-in option, but gladly welcome .wav files that you record and send to the station. Find out how to submit an Arts Line message

Glide area off the air

The KWAX translator for Glide, Oregon, operating at 105.3 FM is currently off air while we repair transmission lines and make adjustments to minimize interference from a new station in the area. We apologize for the inconvenience. Listeners in the Glide area can try to receive other KWAX stations or listen via our streaming service

Donate your car. RV. Motorcycle. Or boat. It’s easy! And benefits KWAX.

Our partner CARS handles all the details of your vehicle donation, at no cost to you. Learn more about vehicle donations. 


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