Friends of WRR

Friends of WRR Supporting WRR 101.1 FM and the arts in North Texas since 1978. A community for classical music lovers. Become a member today. (214) 421-8500

The Friends of WRR is a passionate and thriving community of classical music lovers who believe in the support of and education in the arts in North Texas. Through donations and memberships, Friends of WRR supports WRR 101.1 programming, collects instruments for students, and provides scholarships. Join us as we continue to promote classical music and the arts in our community.

Join us on Saturday, June 6th for a special World Cup-themed Summer Series program performed classical style.Whether you...
06/01/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 6th for a special World Cup-themed Summer Series program performed classical style.

Whether you’re a longtime classical music listener or attending for the very first time, this series is designed to bring the North Texas community together through accessible live performances in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Guests can enjoy refreshments provided by WRR 101.1 FM and supporting arts organizations helping make these community performances possible.

Supporting the arts, local musicians, and cultural connection across North Texas through Friends of WRR.

05/29/2026

Ever wondered what’s behind the scenes at the AT&T Performing Arts Center?

Their free First Saturday Tours take you through spaces like the Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre, Strauss Square, and Sammons Park, each offering a different side of how the arts come to life in Dallas.

It’s a 45-minute guided experience starting in the Winspear lobby, with no reservation needed. Next one is June 6th, 2026!

Saturday, May 30th for Back to Beatles featuring a live string quartet performance inspired by some of the most iconic m...
05/27/2026

Saturday, May 30th for Back to Beatles featuring a live string quartet performance inspired by some of the most iconic music of all time!

If this is your first time attending one of our Summer Series performances, expect an evening of live music, community, and a welcoming atmosphere designed for everyone to enjoy. Refreshments will be provided thanks to and our community partners supporting the arts across North Texas.

Presented by Friends of WRR as part of our mission to keep classical music accessible, community-driven, and connected to Dallas arts culture.

05/26/2026

One of our favorite moments from Summer Love with Amy Bishop from WRR 101.1. Presented through Open Classical and featuring opera singer Allison Stanford, the evening brought together live performance, storytelling, and community in a way that reminds us why supporting the arts matters across North Texas.

Missed this one? Another Summer Classical Series performance is happening this weekend… and its the Beatles & Free? You just have to go!

The future of classical music starts with access.The has been developing young musicians across North Texas for generat...
05/20/2026

The future of classical music starts with access.

The has been developing young musicians across North Texas for generations, creating opportunities for growth, performance, and connection.

We’ve had the chance to partner with the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra and see their musicians perform both in the community and on stages like the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center.

Supporting young performers has always been part of the mission at Friends of WRR, and it’s something our community continues to show up for in so many ways.

05/20/2026

A donated instrument can change everything for a student. 🎻

Jess from Swan Strings shares why programs like the WRR Instrument Drive matter as more young musicians across North Texas begin participating in music education each year.

Friends of WRR is proud to support organizations creating access, opportunity, and community through the arts.

This weekend’s soundtrack is all about love. 💫Join Friends of WRR on Saturday, May 23 for Summer Love, a tribute to love...
05/19/2026

This weekend’s soundtrack is all about love. 💫

Join Friends of WRR on Saturday, May 23 for Summer Love, a tribute to lovers from Classical to Broadway featuring voice, violin, and piano as part of the 2026 Summer Music Series at Mockingbird Station.

📍 Mockingbird Station Outdoor Pavilion Level 2

🕢 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM

🎟️ Free to attend, but RSVP is encouraged as seating fills quickly

🧺 Bring a blanket, picnic, family, and even the dog

RSVP here: www.wrr101.org/summer/

Nothing beats a summer evening filled with live music and community. ✨

05/15/2026

Pulcinella is a reflection of what is possible when artists and organizations come together.

It is not only about supporting one another on stage, but what happens when a community shows up and supports the work behind it.

When audiences attend performances like this, it helps sustain the artists, the organizations, and the future of the arts in North Texas.

We encourage you to take part. Go see a ballet, a musical, or a play and be part of something.

Watch the full video on YouTube.

05/13/2026

Did you know WRR 101.1 FM is the only classical music radio station in North Texas?

Peggy Carr’s story is part of a larger legacy, as she is the daughter-in-law of Sis Carr, one of the founders of Friends of WRR.

Through WRR, listeners can experience 24 hours of classical music while supporting artists and programs rooted in the North Texas community.

This Saturday at Mockingbird Station: A Spring Sampler ✨Friends of WRR is proud to support the 2026 Summer Classical Mus...
05/11/2026

This Saturday at Mockingbird Station: A Spring Sampler ✨

Friends of WRR is proud to support the 2026 Summer Classical Music Series — helping bring free, accessible live classical music experiences to the Dallas community all summer long.

This week’s opening performance, A Spring Sampler, features a genre-bending evening of strings, winds, pianists, vocalists, and more, hosted by Mark Landson of Open Classical.

Through partnerships like this, Friends of WRR continues supporting local artists, arts organizations, and opportunities that make live music welcoming and accessible for all.

Bring a blanket, bring friends, and enjoy an evening of music under the Dallas sky.

📍 Mockingbird Station Outdoor Pavilion
🕢 Saturday, May 16 | 7:30–8:30 PM
🎟️ Completely free to attend | RSVP encouraged

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