WETA Classical

WETA Classical isn’t just a radio station; it’s a vital thread (cord?) in the fabric of our national cultural heritage. With a thoughtful curation (“it’s always just right”) of both beloved masterpieces and hidden gems, WETA fosters a sense of connection — between listeners and the timeless depth of classical music. The app makes this experience effortlessly accessible, allowing listeners to carry the elegance and serenity of WETA wherever they go.

It comes up quickly which is good. But the playlist starts at 12:00 AM. I go to WETA, usually in the evening, to learn what is playing now and to learn what is coming the rest of the evening. I don’t want to have to scroll the playlist from early morning through all the day to get to what is coming next. The online website is better. Also the app lists the current musical item and the playlist box in small, small letters. They are almost lost among all the advertised items on the screen. I am less interested in those ads. For all these reasons, I don’t use this app.

I got this app for two reasons: to see what is playing now on WETA FM; and to see what is coming up to be played. Unfortunately, the program schedule they provide is not 24 hours, it’s for a calendar day. Regardless of when you check the app, you get program info only for the present time through 12 midnight. Since I usually tune in at 11:30 pm, that means I have no idea what’s going to be played for most of my listening time. Therefore, the app is of very little use to me.