More of This Feature • Part1: Overview of Classical Music Available Online and Beyond • Part 2: Selected Classical Music Links • Part 3: Classical Music on Satellite Radio

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XM Radio and Sirius Radio both provide channels dedicated to classical music programming.

XM Satellite Radio

XM Classics on XM Channel 110 is commercial-free and covers music from sacred to symphonic with a wide range of texture including full-length masterpieces and even guest appearances.

XM Vox on Channel 112 is commercial-free and boasts classical pieces featuring vocals, BBC operas and choice cuts from the BBC archives.

XM Pops on XM Channel 113 is commercial free and features the memorable and more recognizable side of classical music from Gershwin to Beethoven.

SIRIUS Satellite Radio

The SIRIUS Classical Voices , Channel 85, features classical music with vocals.

The Sirius Symphony Hall, Channel 80, is dedicated to symphonic melodies and ensemble works.

And finally, Sirius' Pops, Channel 86, features popular classical music favorites.

As you see, the choices for classical music from traditional, terrestrial Radio, online and via satellite is varied and wide. Enjoy!

Corey Deitz

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