Tropical-Tarapoto

Tropical-Tarapoto is an odd but wonderful proposition: a classical radio station broadcasting from the heart of the Peruvian Amazon. You won't find many jungle-fringed cities with their own dedicated classical outlet, but here it is. The playlist leans toward the familiar, Beethoven, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, with occasional detours into lesser-known works from Latin American composers. It's surprisingly soothing at sunset. The signal carries a warmth that feels appropriate for the region. Between the low-humidity afternoons and the distant sounds of mototaxis, the music provides a calm counterpoin…