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Linda Carducci speaks with pianist Alice Sara Ott about her career, bursting into the recording scene with Deutsche Grammophon, and new explorations while still embracing traditional repertoire.

Our recording engineer Charles Lawson shares what he has been listening to this summer, a great insight to what someone with impeccable ears enjoy listening to!

On the next program of America 250: A Classical Portrait, James Jacobs explores the vibrant and long-standing tradition of summer music festivals in America, where our orchestras some outdoors to play.

A Musician's Perspective of an International Tour with NSO Bassist Paul DeNola

Thu, 2/8/2024 - 3:10 pm

Bassist Paul DeNola reflects on his past tours with the National Symphony Orchestra, and what he looks forward to on the upcoming European tour!
The NSO European Tour, Part I: The Concert Halls

Mon, 2/5/2024 - 10:23 am

From February 16–28, Gianandrea Noseda will lead a nine-city European tour, his first international tour with the NSO. Nicole Lacroix gives us a preview of the tour!
Hilary Hahn Plays Korngold Violin Concerto with the NSO

Mon, 2/5/2024 - 10:15 am

The National Symphony Orchestra performs Berg's 3 Pieces for String Orchestra, Korngold's Violin Concerto with Hilary Hahn, and Beethoven's Symphony No. 3.
Valentines with the Met, Travels with the NSO and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 2/4/2024 - 9:15 pm

NSO Showcase takes us on a preview of the NSO's upcoming European tour, Opera Matinee presents romantic moments with the Metropolitan Opera and more on special programs this week.
WETA Classical Celebrates Black History Month

Thu, 2/1/2024 - 10:55 am

Join us as we celebrate the contributions and impact of Black artists this Black History Month, from blogs telling the stories of musicians from the past and present and on-air features.
February’s NSO Showcase: A Musical Travelogue

Wed, 1/31/2024 - 2:29 pm

In honor of the National Symphony Orchestra’s European tour February 16-28, February’s NSO Showcase program is a sort of musical travelogue with NSO music director Gianandrea Noseda as our guide.
Morris and Friends: An Evening of Opera and Gospel

Wed, 1/31/2024 - 1:50 pm

Evan Keely speaks with renowned bass Morris Robinson about the upcoming program of opera and gospel with Anna H. Wang Concert Series.
"America's Requiem: A Knee on the Neck" - The National Philharmonic Performance on WETA Metro

Tue, 1/30/2024 - 10:51 am

WETA Metro presents a thought-provoking musical performance from the National Philharmonic inspired by a tragic event that continues to resonate and engage us.
PBS Great Performances at the Met Presents X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X

Tue, 1/30/2024 - 10:42 am

PBS Great Performances at the Met offers Anthony Davis’s groundbreaking and influential 1986 opera, X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X, that centers on the life the 20th century civil rights leader.
Rachel Barton Pine Speaks About Music By Black Composers Initiative

Mon, 1/29/2024 - 4:53 pm

Violin soloist Rachel Barton Pine guest writes about her foundation's initiative, Music By Black Composers, which aims to change the story of music by Black composers for children, performers, and music lovers alike.
Malcolm X, Puccini, and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 1/28/2024 - 9:55 pm

Opera Matinee presents X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X, Choral Showcase delights with Puccini's Gloria Mass, and more on special programs this week.
Fire Shut Up in My Bones: Opera Suite in Concert

Sun, 1/28/2024 - 8:43 pm

David Balakrishnan of the Turtle Island Quartet speaks about his collaboration with Terence Blanchard on the concert production of Fire Shut Up In My Bones, the first opera by a Black composer to be performed by the Metropolitan Opera.