Fine Music Radio
The vision of Fine Music Radio is to uplift, inspire and entertain its target audience by presenting quality classical and jazz music, and by broadcasting information on cultural and artistic events
Anna’s Baroque Bon Bons
Anna’s Baroque Bon Bons delves into the tales of the musicians, patrons, composers and instruments of the Baroque period. From the esteemed Handel having his life saved by his jacket button while duelling to the latest discoveries of Baroque scores in dusty attics. Each weekly Bon Bon is accompanied by…
Arts Round Up
Join Philip Todres for the Arts Round Up every Friday, during Cape Diary, for a short, sharp look at the what, why and where of the Cape Town art scene. Brought to you by the Sanlam Art Collection and Gallery – Showcasing one of South Africa’s best art collections.
Being Green
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY GERLINDE MOSER OF RE/MAX. Being Green is your window on the environment . Glynis Crook will focus on key issues affecting our lifestyles, science and research outcomes, the quest for sustainable living and a healthier planet.
Blowing up a Storm
The Windworx Symphonic Wind Ensemble brings you BLOWING UP A STORM where Riaan van Wyk takes you on a journey through the history of wind bands, its music and composers, with excerpts of standard wind band repertoire performed by local and international wind ensembles. Sponsored by the Mzansi National Philharmonic…
Boekkeuse
Elke maand gesels Amanda met ‘n skrywer of twee oor hul nuutste publikasies. Die besprekings word gekombineer met korter boekresensies wat strek oor ‘n wye verskeidenheid van genres in die Afrikaanse letterkunde en pragtige Afrikaanse treffers – sommige met ‘n tikkie nostalgie wat vêr terugreis na die verlede. Hierdie program…
Book Choice
Thanks to Exclusive Books for sponsoring Fine Music Radio’s Book Choice. It’s broadcast every second Monday at noon. It’s also available as a podcast, as is Book Choice: Shorts, with individual interviews and reviews. Book Choice is hosted by Paige Nick.
Cape Diary
Cape Diary, airs twice a week, as a vibrant platform for the arts. Broadcast live from its home at Artscape, it’s the perfect setting to promote concerts, plays, exhibitions, and community events.
Classic Business
From the traditional focus areas of investment planning to wealth and market commentary, Classic Business will demystify a range of pillar topics that underpin the South African economy and inform our daily lives. You can look forward to in-depth and accessible business discussions with the experts in their field. Brought…
Composer of the Week
Every weekday at 11h00 in The Classic Morning, Rodney Trudgeon features the Composer of the Week on FMR. Music of various genres by a composer is played along with short biographical and anecdotal information.
Creative Teen Talk
Fine Music Radio’s Creative Teen Talk explores ways to nurture and encourage creativity and literacy in teenagers. The series is hosted by Herzlia High School headmaster and leading educator Marc Falconer and produced by FMR’s Vanessa Levenstein and Ewan Inglis.
Fine Clients
At Fine Music Radio our valued clients add to our station, not only much-needed revenue but also interesting radio content. Due to the latest independent research by BrandMapp, our clients have a clear understanding of whom they are talking to which is you, the FMR listener. From entertainment, travel, finance,…
Fine Food
Join Gourmet Guide Jenny Handley, on the menu are: fine food, wine, art and culture, award-winning architecture, innovative wine tourism experiences and Best of Wine Tourism Award winners. FMR Fine Food is brought to you by Wesgro, the official tourism, trade and investment promotion agency for Cape Town and Western…
Fine Gardening
Fine Gardening is presented by Morné Faulhammer, who has been a horticulturist and garden centre business proprietor for over 30 years. He brings to the show a wealth of knowledge. Morné encourages biodiversity, promotes indigenous plants and gives tips on soil management, water-wise gardening and so much more. Send your…
Fine Minds
Fine Music Radio is broadcasting an exciting series of lectures co-ordinated by the University of Cape Town’s Centre for Extra-Mural Studies. The Fine Minds series aims to bring the intellectual stimulation of the centre’s busy annual Summer School directly to the armchair listener. Fifteen distinguished speakers over three years –…
Fine Motoring
David Donde brings us a show on cars for adults. Honest reviews of cars and motoring issues and opportunities for our listener.
Fine Movie Classics
From box office blockbusters to hidden indie gems and critically acclaimed foreign-language films, Mike Mills presents Fine Movie Classics. Whether you're a fan of timeless Hollywood masterpieces or groundbreaking international cinema, Mike offers a curated selection of films that celebrate the art of storytelling on screen. Let Mike guide you…
Fine Music Radio Plus
The beauty of radio is the immediacy. The beauty of a podcast is the longevity. Fine Music Radio Plus brings you the best of both with selected programmes and features based on popular demand. Fine Music Radio Plus brings you selected programmes and features which you can listen to at…
Looking Up
Explore the big and the small questions in astronomy, cosmology, and space science. Hosted by Kechil Kirkham, no subject is too big or too small, and experts are regularly brought on board to illuminate and excite. Cape Town is the place to be for astronomy, with some of the largest…
Music to Study By
Which sounds boost brain power? Is music scientifically proven to help studying? And if so, what kind of music? Mike Mills explores the best music to feed your grey matter. We hope that this FMR study series brings you calm in the exam chaos.
Our Living Community
Our Living Community on Fine Music Radio, is broadcast every Wednesday morning at 07:15 on the Classic Breakfast with Mike Mills. It's presented by Otto van der Walt and is brought to you by RE/MAX Living Cape Town. The focus is on the environmental issues within our community, and we…