WICR 88.7 FM, known as 'The Diamond,' is a non-commercial, listener-supported radio station licensed to the University of Indianapolis. Broadcasting since 1948, it has served central Indiana for over seven decades with a mission to provide educational, cultural, and artistic programming not found elsewhere on the dial. The station is unique in its dual-format approach: HD1 features classical music and jazz, while HD2 and HD3 offer alternative and student-produced content. WICR emphasizes local voices, including performances from the University of Indianapolis School of Music and community arts organizations. Its audience consists of educated, culturally engaged listeners who value depth, diversity, and independence in radio—making it a vital cultural asset in Indianapolis and beyond.
WICR 88.7’s primary HD1 channel presents a carefully curated blend of classical music and jazz, featuring both timeless masterpieces and contemporary works. Programming includes weekday morning and afternoon classical blocks, jazz shows highlighting traditional and modern styles, and special features such as live concert broadcasts, composer spotlights, and artist interviews. The station also airs select NPR and public radio news segments. HD2, 'The Mirror Image,' focuses on eclectic indie, alternative, and global music, while HD3, 'UIndy Radio,' showcases student-produced content from the University of Indianapolis, offering training opportunities and fresh perspectives for emerging broadcasters.
WICR 88.7 FM broadcasts from the University of Indianapolis campus in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving the central Indiana region with a signal that reaches Marion County and surrounding areas including Carmel, Fishers, Greenwood, and Bloomington. The station’s transmitter is located near the university’s south campus, providing reliable coverage across the Indianapolis metropolitan area. As a community-licensed public radio station, WICR is dedicated to serving listeners who seek thoughtful, non-commercial programming—particularly those interested in the arts, education, and local culture—through over-the-air broadcast, online streaming, and mobile app access.
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Country: The United States Of America
Tags: choral, christian, christian music, classical music, hymns, opus, orchestral, talk, talk radio, traditional christian
Country: The United States Of America
