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Vinyl Record Giveaway Brings Our Classical Community Together

At The Classical Station, our mission is not only to share the finest
classical music but also to build and nurture a vibrant community united by a
shared passion for this timeless art form. With that spirit at heart, we were
delighted by the wonderful response to our recent Vinyl Record Giveaway
held at our Wake Forest, North Carolina station.

The event attracted an enthusiastic crowd, reflecting the rich diversity and
deep appreciation for classical music in our local community. Families, music
collectors, and long‑time listeners—some of whom have been enjoying our broadcasts
for years—gathered to explore a remarkable collection of vinyl records.

Listeners browsing WCPE's vinyl collection
Listeners browsing WCPE’s vinyl collection

Attendees browsed through shelves filled with beloved symphonies, chamber
masterpieces, and rare recordings from legendary artists, eager to discover
treasures to take home.

“It was a great turnout! Guests thoroughly enjoyed sifting through an extensive
variety of vinyl, each finding something special to cherish.”

— Amanda Montalbano, Director of Member Services
Director of Member Services Amanda Montalbano talking to longtime members
Director of Member Services Amanda Montalbano talking to longtime members

Throughout the day, lively conversations filled the station as listeners shared
stories of their personal connections to specific works and composers. Our
announcers enjoyed meeting many of you face‑to‑face, hearing firsthand how our
broadcasts have enriched your musical lives.

Vince Tilona, Host of Drop The Needle, was on hand to share his expertise
Vince Tilona, Host of Drop The Needle, was on hand to share his expertise

Families attended in delightful numbers, fostering an environment of musical
discovery and community bonding across all ages.

Some newer listeners digging for something new to listen to
Some newer listeners digging for something new to listen to

Thank you to everyone who attended and made this event so memorable.
Your passion and stories continue to inspire us. Keep listening, stay connected,
and we look forward to hosting more community gatherings in the future!

Now Playing

Symphony in D minor, FWV 48

Composed by

Cesar Franck (1822-1890)

Performed by

Royal Concertgebouw/Chailly

Label

London

Catalog Number

417

Today's Playlist

8:44pm The Banks of Green Willow (Idyll for Small Orchestra)

Composed by

George Butterworth (1885-1916)

Performed by

English String Orchestra/Boughton

8:52pm Two Arabesques, L. 66

Composed by

Claude Debussy (1862-1918)

Performed by

Tiffany Poon

9:01pm Symphony No. 3 in F minor, "Irish"

Composed by

Charles Villiers Stanford (1852–1924)

Performed by

Ulster Orchestra/Handley

9:43pm Invocation

Composed by

Gustav Holst (1874-1934)

Performed by

Lloyd Webber/Philharmonia/Handley

9:55pm Minuet No. 2 in A

Composed by

Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924)

Performed by

Orchestra of the Auvergne/Kantorow

10:00pm Vocalise

Composed by

Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943)

Performed by

Eroica Trio

10:08pm Una furtiva lagrima from L'elisir d'amore

Composed by

Gaetano Donizetti, arr. Philippe Quint

Performed by

Quint/Maisky

10:13pm Polonaise in F sharp minor, Op. 44

Composed by

Frederic Chopin (1810-1849)

Performed by

Maurizio Pollini

10:25pm Octet in E flat, Op. 20

Composed by

Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)

Performed by

Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra/Zukerman

11:00pm Piano Sonata No. 8 in A minor, K. 310

Composed by

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Performed by

Murray Perahia

11:20pm Violin Concerto in A minor

Composed by

Giuseppe Tartini (1692–1770)

Performed by

Gatti/Ensemble 415/Banchini

11:38pm Poetic Waltzes

Composed by

Enrique Granados (1867-1916)

Performed by

Julian Bream

11:51pm Music selected by the announcer