There are many different musical genres in the world, from rap to rock. Everyone has their own favorite direction. Classical music may not be so popular, but, as evidenced by numerous polls, this genre is once again becoming fashionable. In any case, many people enjoy the works of Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Vivaldi and other great composers..
If you are a fan of classical music, we have good news for you. We've compiled a list of radio apps designed specifically for fans of this genre. All applications described below can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. Several are available online. Most of them are free.
Primephonic
If you are a fan of classical music, then you will surely fall in love with Primephonic. Since its launch in 2017, the service has completely reborn and currently offers over 3.5 million pieces of classical music. Including many things that you will not find on other resources during the day with fire..
The application is "sharpened" exclusively for classical music. It deserves to be ranked # 1 as it provides access to the largest catalog of classics, including an impressive selection of High-resolution audio tracks. In the App Store, 180,000 users have already rated the app with an average of 4.8 stars.
The library is updated daily with new works. This is largely due to partners. These include recording studios and streaming services Warner Classics and Sony Classical, as well as Naxos Records, Harmonia Mundi, Bis, Chandos and 2 L..
FLAC streaming is supported. For 900 rubles per month, access to MP3 with a bitrate of 320 kbps is provided. And for 1400 rubles a month, you get 24-bit audio. The most expensive package, Platinum, is cheaper than similar offers from competitors. Although, of course, there is little choice in the 24-bit segment. It is possible to listen to music offline.
The app is available for Android and iPhone .
Classical Music Radio
Classical Music Radio features 40 channels with different content. But they are all united by one theme - classical music. You can choose any type of classical music, from the masterpieces of the Middle Ages to the creations of musicians of the 20th century.
Unlike most other internet radios, the app has curators - real people who understand music. They select the best compositions for each channel. But if you don't like something, then you can put a "dislike" on it and you won't hear it again.
The basic version of the application is free. If you need more features, you can buy a premium subscription. In this case, the number of radio stations will increase and no advertising will be shown.
The app is available for Android and iPhone .
Classical Music Radio by Maxim Kabluka
This is a great choice for those who want to get everything without paying anything for it. Everything you need is already in the free version. There are 50 channels available (Beethoven, Mozart, Bach and others), so there is always plenty to choose from. All listened to songs are saved in the history of the application, which allows you to quickly return to the desired track.
There is a built-in 10-band equalizer for more fine tuning of the sound and control of the balance between the left and right channels. And an impressive 32-bit sound quality. By the way, the application is convenient to use in the car. Full screen decals will be clearly visible during the trip. The application can be configured to work offline.
The app is available for Android .
Classical KDFC
KDFC is a non-profit radio station in San Francisco, California that broadcasts classical music 24 hours a day. Although it was founded in 1948, the views are quite progressive.
In addition to streaming FM and SHOUTcast MP3, KDFC was the first radio station in the United States to start broadcasting digital HD radio. And now, in the 21st century, a mobile application has been developed for the convenience of listeners.
On the Now Playing tab, the application shows the title of the current work and composer, as well as the program guide. If earlier only residents of California could listen to it, now, thanks to high technologies, one of the oldest radio stations is available anywhere in the world.
The app is available for Android and iPhone as well as online .
Radio Swiss Classic
More than 50% of the music on Radio Swiss Classic is by Swiss composers. It is a non-commercial radio station with a large selection of top-notch classical music. The musical program consists of 4000 tracks. The average listening time to Swiss Classic radio per day is 71 minutes. There are no ads, although the app is free.
The app is available for Android and iPhone as well as online .
Digital Concert Hall
This app puts the whole Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra in your hands. In 24/7 mode, you have access to concert archives for different years. In addition, each season can be listened to separately, with over 40 HD concerts available.
Documentary materials are also presented, including films about classical music and composers. It is possible to synchronize the application with the calendar on your smartphone to mark the dates of live concerts that you don't want to miss. Full access is free for the first 7 days. Additional options can be purchased by subscription for 7 days, 1 month and 1 year.
The app is available for Android and iPhone .
Classical Radio +
The free Classical Radio + app gives you access to over 120 streaming radio stations to listen to anytime, day or night. Music plays in the background, so you can read an e-book or reply to email while listening.
Here you will find masterpieces by Chopin, Haydn and Bach, hear instrumental works for piano, cello, harp and other instruments. If you don't know what you want, you can open special selections with the most popular compositions and composers, or choose, for example, orchestras or classics with vocals.
The app is available for Android and iPhone .
Sonata
The Sonata app is designed to help users learn better. If you need to focus on a topic, Sonata will help you. This application uses the "Mozart effect" to improve concentration.
You will get 10 best hits of classical music for free. Each masterpiece comes with high-quality soundtracks, crowdsourced effects, and more. If you buy a paid package, you will get access to the entire library, which contains many more songs. Several features will also be added, including playlist sync and download capability.
The app is only available for iPhone .
Masterpieces of Classical Music
The Masterpieces of Classical Music features 200 masterpieces from 55 composers. This is over 12 hours of music with great sound quality. The app supports AirPlay, background playback, playlists, and remote control.
To listen, it is not necessary to have constant access to the Internet, since any musical works can be downloaded to your phone. There is a built-in biography of great composers, albeit in English.
The app is only available for iPhone .
Dream music box
Dream Music Box turns your iPhone into a music box that is always a pleasure to listen to. The application is optimized to improve the quality of sleep and relaxation, for which it uses tracks with sounds of nature.
The app offers world famous masterpieces of classical music, free recordings, Shuffle mode setting, background playback, sleep timer and more. A great app for a wide variety of purposes. It is useful if you just want to listen to the classics, concentrate on your studies, relax or even fall asleep with beautiful music.
The app is only available for iPhone .
Classical Music Collection 1
This app offers 150 masterpieces of classical music. Hits from such composers as Chopin, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and many others are waiting for you. The selection will last for 12 hours of listening.
There is the ability to play favorite songs, sleep timer, support for wireless technology AirPlay, remote control. You can play tracks in succession or in random order.
The app can run in the background, allowing you to perform other tasks at the same time. The free version has a limit on the number of songs you can listen to. In the paid package for $ 5 - there are no restrictions.
The app is only available for iPhone .
