CLASSICAL 24® provides high-quality classical music programming to public radio stations, improving the strength and viability of public broadcasting nationwide. Contact your local station if you would like to hear Classical 24 in your listening area.

10 important facts about Classical 24:

1. Classical 24 is a nationally syndicated classical music service produced by Minnesota Public Radio and distributed by Public Radio International. The service was introduced to public radio stations December 1, 1995.

2. Classical 24 is digitally delivered by satellite to more than 300 stations across seven time zones - from Guam and Hawaii to Vermont, New Hampshire and San Juan, Puerto Rico. You can hear Classical 24 live in all major cities.

3. Classical 24 delivers live, fresh programming all day and all night long, seven days a week, throughout the year: "we never close, because you're in the mood for music."

4. Classical 24 is hosted by great companions for music listening - eight men and women who are "the best in the business!"

5. "It sounds local!" Classical 24 hosts record your local station's ID and announcements.

6. Our seasoned public-radio music hosts use their insight and creativity to produce custom material to assist your local radio station in fundraising. They work to ensure that your station and its programming are strong and secure for the future.

7. "The music sounds exactly like what I would do if I had the library!" We cull great sound from more than 50,000 classical music CDs, always keeping the listener in mind. This translates into a great music experience for you and a powerful resource for your public radio station.

8. Designed by stations; fine-tuned by stations. This service was designed to meet stations' needs in a rapidly changing financial climate. As station needs evolve, so does Classical 24. We work with your local public radio station to achieve success.

9. The proof is in! Stations that have integrated Classical 24 into their broadcast schedules have seen consistent growth in audience numbers. Listeners like what they hear, and as a result, they are tuning in (in greater numbers) and staying tuned longer. (Classical 24's national audience has grown by 600,000 people since its first broadcast.)

10. Classical 24 is topical and relevant to your life. Our classical music hosts stay on top of world events through in-studio computers and news services so they can keep you informed of breaking news stories. Bottom line? A wonderful, relevant listening experience!