Composers have celebrated Christmas in opera throughout the centuries, from quintessential opera composer Puccini to modern-day composer Kevin Puts. Host David Martosko guides us through Christmastime in opera.
Our Station Manager, Dan DeVany, gives us the ultimate guide to classical music for the holidays, from perennial favorites, your soon-to-be favorites, to Sleigh Ride by both Leroy Anderson and Leopold Mozart.
Julie Huang Tucker speaks with Frank Albinder of Washington Men's Camerata about beloved holiday songs and carols written by Jewish composers and lyricists.
Bill Bukowski guides us through Bach's Christmas Oratorio, including your chance to hear it live with the Washington Bach Consort and on air on WETA Classical.