Magic Classical
The Magic of Classical Music
Magic Classical is a UK classical radio station from Bauer, playing familiar classical favourites, calming pieces, opera, film music and contemporary classical works in an easy-going, modern style.
About Magic Classical
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Frequencies & locations:
- DAB Digital Radio – Magic Classical is available on DAB Digital Radio across the UK.
- Online – Listen live to Magic Classical on Radio Player UK.
Magic Classical is Bauer’s classical radio station for listeners who want the beauty of classical music without the dusty, gatekeeper tone that can make the genre feel harder than it needs to be. The station mixes famous classical pieces with calming music, opera, film scores, TV themes, gaming music and melodic contemporary classical works, giving it a broader and more modern feel than a strictly traditional classical station.
The station was previously known as Scala Radio before becoming Magic Classical, bringing it into the wider Magic radio family. That move makes sense: the sound is warm, accessible and built around music that can keep you company through the day, whether you are working, reading, driving, relaxing or trying to switch your brain out of chaos mode for half an hour.
Magic Classical is especially strong when it leans into recognisable composers and cinematic pieces, with music from names such as Bach, Beethoven and Mozart sitting alongside newer classical performers and screen music. It is not pretending every listener has a music degree, and that is its biggest advantage — it gives classical music a softer front door without stripping away the quality.
Notable Presenters & Shows: Charles Nove presents weekday breakfast on Magic Classical, including Screen Time with Charles Nove, which focuses on film, TV and gaming scores. Tim Smith presents weekday mornings, including the Stress-Free Lunch Hour with Tim Smith. Jo Cochrane presents weekday afternoons, while Fran Godfrey hosts weekday evening classical music with features including Classical Hits at 6 and her 7:30 Symphony. Tony Minvielle presents on Friday evenings, and Simon Mayo hosts Sunday Brunch, mixing longer classical works, archive favourites and new discoveries.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Charles Nove: Weekday breakfast presenter on Magic Classical, also hosting Screen Time with Charles Nove for film, TV and gaming scores.
- Tim Smith: Weekday morning presenter on Magic Classical and host of the Stress-Free Lunch Hour with Tim Smith.
- Jo Cochrane: Weekday afternoon presenter on Magic Classical, bringing accessible classical music through the working day.
- Fran Godfrey: Evening presenter on Magic Classical, with features including Classical Hits at 6 and her 7:30 Symphony.
- Tony Minvielle: Friday evening presenter on Magic Classical, joining from Bauer sister station Jazz FM.
- Simon Mayo: Host of Sunday Brunch on Magic Classical, featuring longer classical works, archive favourites and new discoveries.
- Ayanna Witter-Johnson: Cellist, composer and vocalist listed among Magic Classical presenters.
- YolanDa Brown: Saxophonist and broadcaster listed among Magic Classical presenters.
Contact Information
Studio email:
advertising@bauermedia.co.uk
Studio:
0333 321 5555
Postal address:
Bauer Media
The Lantern
75 Hampstead Road
London
NW1 2PL
United Kingdom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scalaradio
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicfm/
X / Twitter: https://x.com/ScalaRadio
Magic Classical FAQ
What is Magic Classical?
Magic Classical is a UK classical radio station from Bauer, playing familiar classical music, opera, film scores, calming pieces and contemporary classical works.
Was Magic Classical previously called Scala Radio?
Yes. Magic Classical was previously known as Scala Radio before becoming part of the wider Magic radio family.
Can I listen to Magic Classical on Radio Player UK?
Yes. You can listen live to Magic Classical on Radio Player UK using the player on this page.
What music does Magic Classical play?
Magic Classical plays well-known classical pieces, opera, calming music, film and TV scores, gaming music and contemporary classical works.
Who presents shows on Magic Classical?
Magic Classical presenters include Charles Nove, Tim Smith, Jo Cochrane, Fran Godfrey, Tony Minvielle, Simon Mayo, Ayanna Witter-Johnson and YolanDa Brown.