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Current DUQ Membership Thank You Gifts

As a DUQ 90.5 FM listener (on-air or online), we invite you to become a member
As a DUQ member, you will enjoy your favorite programs even more, knowing that you are helping to sustain them on the air. For contributions of $60 and above, it's our pleasure to send you a tangible expression of our gratitude. Listed below are the thank you gifts currently available to new and renewing members.

All DUQ members receive:

  • The DUQ Member Q-Card for discounts and special benefits at more than 70 area businesses and establishments
  • A DUQ static cling window sticker to show the world that you support DUQ 90.5 FM

If you have questions about DUQ's thank you gifts or other aspects of membership, call the DUQ Membership Hotline at 412.396.2000 or send an email message to members@wduq.org.

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Thank You For Your Gift of $60 or More
Squeeze LED Flashlight with DUQ Logo

Everyone knows that a flashlight is really just a storage case for dead batteries. Not so with this pocket-sized squeeze LED flashlight-- just give a couple sqeezes and you'll no longer be in the dark. It also sports a DUQ logo.

OpenX® Opener with DUQ Logo

OpenX® is a safe and easy-to-use answer for hard to open plastic packages. White with a black DUQ logo.

Thank You For Your Gift of $75 or More
DUQ Squeeze Flashlight and Visor Clip

A great DUQ pack for the car-- the visor clip will keep your glasses handy and always in reach, the flashlight doesn't need batteries, so it's ready when you need it. Both have the DUQ logo.

DUQ 60th Anniversary T-Shirt

This year, DUQ turns 60 years young. Celebrate and show your support with the official 60th anniversary shirt. In red, with the anniversary logo.
PLEASE SPECIFY SHIRT SIZE: M, L, XL

DUQ 60th Anniversary Travel Mug

This 16-ounce stainless steel travel mug is specially tapered to fit into even small drink holders. It's a great way to take your hot or cold bevereage with you wherever you go, and celebrate DUQ's 60th anniversary at the same time.

Pair of DUQ Grocery Bags

You won't need to decide between paper or plastic on your next trip to the store-- just bring your reusable grocery bags, proudly bearing the DUQ logo, and do one small part to help the environment.

Thank You For Your Gift of $100 or More
DUQ Water Bottle

More than just a cup with a lid, the snazzy DUQ water bottle is a stylish way to carry your favorite cold beverage. Red with a DUQ logo.

Diana Krall: "Quiet Nights" CD

After a short hiatus from recording, Diana Krall returns with her long time quartet for an album inspired by a recent rip to Brazil. Songs include the title track, "Walk On By", "I've Grown Accustomed to His Face," and more.

Sean Jones: "The Search Within" CD

The newest album from one of the busiest names in jazz. Trumpeter Sean Jones offers a solid collection of music that stylisticly emulates his influences like Freddie Hubbard and Art Blakey.

Miles Davis: "Kind of Blue - Legacy Edition" CD

It's been 50 years since the release of Miles Davis' classic "Kind of Blue" but the album continues to sound as fresh as ever. This special 2-CD set includes the complete studio sessions, with alternate takes, and a live 17-minute version of "So What."

"Jazz Icons: Cannonball Adderly - Live in '63" DVD

Another rare live performance from the great Jazz Icons series. Cannonball's band includes multi-instrumentalist Yusef Lateef, bassist Sam Jones and drummer Louis Hayes, among others.

"Vapor Trails: Echoes Living Room Concerts Vol. 14" CD

A new collection of musical soundscapes from Ulrich Schnauss, Sacred Earth, Jami Sieber, Tom Rothrock, and others.

Thank You For Your Gift of $150 or More
DUQ Golf Umbrella

The DUQ golf umbrella opens automatically with the press of a button and provides a 60-inch arc. Solid black with a red and white DUQ logo on one panel.

DUQ Denim Shirt

Show of your support of DUQ news and jazz with this attractive, blue denim shirt. Features the DUQ logo.
PLEASE SPECIFY SHIRT SIZE: M, L, XL

"Essential Dave Brubeck" 2-CD set

It's no surprise that, with a career spanning more than 50 years, Dave Brubeck would be one of the most influential jazz innovators. This special 2-CD set gives a good example why, with a compilation comprising some of his best known numbers and some hidden gems.

"The Best of Wait Wait, Don't Tell Me" 2-CD Set

A compilation of some of the more memorable moments from the popular news quiz show. The set includes comments and snippets from many of the show's regulars, such as Roy Blount, Jr., Tom Bodett, Paula Poundstone, Mo Rocca, and others.

"NPR's Funniest Driveway Moments" 2-CD set

Driveway moments are radio stories so riveting that you can't turn off the radio until the story is over. On this special collection, NPR's Robert Krulwich introduces 2 hours of some of the funniest radio tales. Included are pieces by David Sedaris, Dame Edna, Bob Garfield, and others.

Thank You For Your Gift of $250 or More
DUQ Day Sponsorship

We'll help you craft a personal (non-commercial) message to air five times on the day of your choice. Great way to recognize a birthday, anniversary or other special occasion.

Car Talk Recycled Messenger Bag

This stylish sling bag featuring the Car Talk logo contains several zippered compartments and is large enough to carry all your important stuff (like sandwiches and chips). Made from 100% recycled materials.

"Car Talk: Field Guide to the North American Wacko" 4-CD Set

Click and Clack share some of their favorite calls, and not-so flattering moments, from more than 20 years on the air.

Thank You For Your Gift of $365 or More
"A Life in Time: The Roy Haynes Story" 3 CD + DVD Box Set

Highlights from the career of legendary jazz drummer Roy Haynes. As a noted side man and band leader, the track listing reads like a veritable "who's who" of jazz, including Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, Etta Jones, Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, and others.

Thank You For Your Gift of $500 or More
John Coltrane "Fearless Leader" 6-CD Set

Every track on this 6 CD set (and that would be 48) was recorded between May 1957 and December 1958. Coltrane was still forming his sound, perfected in later recordings, but there are still many instances of invention that foreshadow the sax genius he would become. Tracks include "Trane's Slo Blues", "Straight Street", "Theme for Ernie" and more.

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