Radio Amra

Radio Amra brings classical music from the heart of Georgia - a rare treat for enthusiasts who want something beyond the usual European stations. The programming leans heavily on the Romantic era: expect Tchaikovsky's symphonies, Rachmaninoff's piano concertos, and plenty of Chopin. But there's also room for Georgian composers like Giya Kancheli, whose minimalist works offer a meditative contrast. The presenters speak in Georgian, giving the whole thing an intimate, local feel. It's not a high-polish BBC Radio 3; the transitions can be rough, and sometimes there's dead air. That's part of its…