ABC Classic 2
| Broadcast area | Worldwide: Internet Radio |
|---|---|
| First air date | 1 June 2014 |
| Format | Classical music |
| Language(s) | English |
| Owner | Australian Broadcasting Corporation |
| Sister stations | ABC Classic FM |
| Webcast | Live stream |
| Website | abcclassic2 |
ABC Classic 2 is a classical music internet radio station available internationally online. It is operated by the ABC Classic FM team at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC).
ABC Classic 2, a music-only talk-free streaming station, was established in June 2014. ABC Classic 2 is managed and programmed by the ABC Classic FM team. ABC Classic 2 broadcasts only via an online stream and is available on the ABC's Android and iOS apps.
Classic 2 specialises in streaming popular styles of classical music. The music on Classic 2 is performed exclusively by leading Australian orchestras, ensembles and soloists. No opera or vocal works are included in the playlist. During daytime and evenings Classic 2 typically broadcasts short excerpts from the classical repertoire, for example single movements from full symphonies.
ABC Classic 2 showcases Australian artists performing classical music. The station has a self-imposed 100% Australian performance quota.
Between midnight and 06:00, longer works are included, and Classic 2 programming is also broadcast as ABC Classic FM's "overnight" program.
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