Classical 90.5 WSMC

A noncommercial public radio station operated by Southern Adventist University, broadcasting a full-time classical music format to listeners across southeastern Tennessee and surrounding regions. The station maintains a programming schedule built around orchestral, chamber, opera, and instrumental works, supplemented by curated playlists that extend the classical repertoire in varied directions. WSMC has built a listener-supported model typical of university-affiliated public broadcasters, relying on fundraising drives and community memberships rather than commercial advertising. The station distributes its content through broadcast transmission as well as streaming apps for iOS and Android, making the programming accessible beyond its traditional signal area. Regular newsletters keep the audience informed of programming updates and station news. As a campus-based broadcaster, WSMC serves both the surrounding community and the broader public radio classical audience, reflecting the university's commitment to arts education and cultural programming.