WQXR Features

Bronx Classical Kids Fair

Join WQXR at the Classical Kids Fair in Riverdale on September 27 from 12:00 – 4:00 PM! Sep 27, 2026

Peter de Graaff Takes Over "Exploring Music" on August 24

Peter van de Graaff will step up as the new host of Exploring Music starting Monday, August 24th, 2026. Aug 24, 2026

3-Minute Mahler

In celebration of Mahler’s birthday, Jeff Spurgeon conducts a three minute rundown of the great composer’s symphonies. Jul 7, 2026

Classical Around Town | Summer 2026

Here's your guide to upcoming live classical music events all over the tri-state area this summer. Jun 1, 2026

Morning Show Host Jeff Spurgeon To Retire After Three Decades On WQXR

Beloved morning host Jeff Spurgeon will retire at the beginning of September, following an extraordinary career that has helped define classical radio in New York for decades. May 28, 2026

How Elgar's 'Pomp and Circumstance' Marched Its Way into Graduation Season

It's graduation season, and you've probably already heard the "Graduation March." Except that's not its name, and it wasn't written for commencement. May 18, 2026