NPO Radio 4 Eigentijds

NPO Radio 4 Eigentijds might be the most adventurous radio in the Netherlands. It's not your grandmother's classical station. The name means 'contemporary,' and the music follows through. Expect Steve Reich's rhythmic pulses, Kaija Saariaho's spectral shimmer, and archival recordings of world premieres from Amsterdam's concert halls. Sometimes the presenters test you with abrasive, dissonant pieces. That's part of the journey. But there are also serene moments, like Arvo Pärt's tintinnabuli washing over you. The production is first-rate, and the 192kbps stream does justice to the dynamics. Tun…