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James Jacobs speaks with Marin Alsop about the timeless genius of Bernstein's West Side Story ahead of the Washington National Opera's production this month.

This week on America 250: A Classical Portrait, James Jacobs explores musical contributions of our Founding Fathers during the time of the Revolutionary War.

Nicole Lacroix shares her reflections on the May NSO Showcase program featuring Beethoven's Symphony No. 6, Mahler's Symphony No. 4, and more.

January at the Kennedy Center

Thu, 1/2/2025 - 10:26 am

From Barber's Vanessa with the NSO to an intimate chamber program with mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton, there's something for everyone to enjoy at the Kennedy Center this January.
New Year, New Recordings on Choral Showcase

Mon, 12/30/2024 - 8:20 am

Bill Bukowski greets the new year with new recordings on Choral Showcase throughout January with music from Monteverdi to Duruflé by ensembles from Washington and beyond.
Musical Resolutions, or Practice Makes Perfect

Mon, 12/30/2024 - 7:47 am

Nicole Lacroix shares her musical New Year's resolutions to make the most of 2025. From singing everyday to simply enjoying music, there's a resolution for every WETA Classical listener to try out!
The Miró Quartet—A Feast for the Imagination

Thu, 12/19/2024 - 9:04 am

Nicole Lacroix looks forward to The Miró Quartet's performance on the Kennedy Center's Fortas Chamber Music Concerts with a program of Haydn, Shaw and Beethoven.
The Shocking Truth Behind Handel's Messiah: A Tale of Three April 13ths

Mon, 12/16/2024 - 1:22 pm

James Jacobs shares the shocking backstory behind Handel's Messiah, and the mysterious meaning of April 13th in Handel's life.
Christmas in Washington Playlist

Thu, 12/12/2024 - 10:24 am

Washington DC is proud to be called home for many world-class ensembles. Enjoy a playlist of exquisite music for the holidays performed by our local artists.
Home for the Holidays: Your Guide to the Holidays on WETA Classical

Tue, 12/10/2024 - 1:09 pm

From our holiday schedule to fascinating facts about holiday music on our Classical Breakdown podcast and Classical Score blog, this is your guide to a very classical holiday!
Live! With the New Orchestra of Washington (NOW)

Thu, 12/5/2024 - 1:20 pm

Nicole Lacroix shares her experience of hearing New Orchestra of Washington's program “Eroica Rising: Celebrating Women’s Heroic Journey."
Handel's Messiah on NSO Showcase

Thu, 12/5/2024 - 10:52 am

Nicole Lacroix offers her reflections on this year's Handel's Messiah on NSO Showcase.
December at the Kennedy Center

Tue, 12/3/2024 - 9:32 am

Nicole Lacroix shares concerts not to be missed at the Kennedy Center this December.
Live! With Post-Classical Ensemble

Tue, 12/3/2024 - 9:23 am

Nicole Lacroix shares her experience of PostClassical Ensemble's recent program, Legends of Brazil: A Musical Celebration for 200 Years of Friendship.
A French Christmas Gem: Charpentier's Messe de Minuit pour Noel

Mon, 12/2/2024 - 2:33 pm

Evan Keely explores a French Baroque Christmas gem - Charpentier's Messe de Minuit pour Noel which can be heard on the Folger Consort's upcoming "A Mass for Christmas Eve" program.