CRB Classical 99.5

CRB Classical 99.5 is Boston's classical standard since the 1950s. The playlist leans heavily on the canon - Beethoven symphonies, Mozart concertos, the usual suspects. But dig deeper and you'll find contemporary works by John Adams and Caroline Shaw tucked between the warhorses. The station also carries live broadcasts from the Boston Symphony Orchestra, which is a genuine treat. That's where it shines. The DJs are knowledgeable, occasionally offering context without droning on. Not for everyone. If you want baroque exclusively or hate anything after 1900, this might frustrate. But for broad…