On this program of America 250: A Classical Portrait, we explore three 20th century American composers who pushed the boundaries of classical music: Henry Cowell, John Cage, and Lou Harrison.
On the next America 250: A Classical Portrait, we explore a wholly American and innovative composer, Charles Ives, known for his juxtaposition of seemingly clashing music.
On the next program of America 250: A Classical Portrait, James Jacobs explores the birth of the American sound, including Dvořák's campaign to incorporate American spirituals in classical music.
On the next program of America 250: A Classical Portrait, James Jacobs explores eight American visionaries who shaped American music in the pivotal period of the 1800's.
On this week's exploration of America 250: A Classical Portrait, James Jacobs shares the revolutionary work from 1728, The Beggar's Opera, so popular that it became the first opera production in America.
This week on America 250: A Classical Portrait, James Jacobs explores musical contributions of our Founding Fathers during the time of the Revolutionary War.
The first program of our America 250: A Classical Portrait series on WETA Virtuoso starts with exploring music from the "New World" and classical music in the colonies in the 18th century.
We celebrate our country's 250th birthday with America 250: A Classical Portrait. Learn more about the weekly special program on WETA Virtuoso and more across all our platforms.
Nicole Lacroix speaks with mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke about her upcoming program "Of Thee I Sing”, a deeply moving recital celebrates the rich tapestry of American song, presented by Vocal Arts DC.
