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Inspired by the recently-released movie "The Choral", Linda Carducci explores films centered around classical music worth (re)watching.

In researching the influence of Palestrina celebrating his 500th year, Matthew Dayton ponders the evolution of classical music and the influence of composers through the lens of the game The Hedgehog and the Fox, a single defining idea vs exploring and adapting to complexities.

Explore the profound impact the American Revolution had on classical music with James Jacobs and stream Ken Burns' new film American Revolution on WETA+.

WETA Classical's NSO Showcase Returns

Mon, 11/3/2025 - 9:10 am

Nicole Lacroix celebrates the return of NSO Showcase on WETA Classical with a sneak peek into upcoming programs of archival recordings from the National Symphony Orchestra.
2025 Bayreuth Festival on Opera Matinee

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 9:58 am

Jim Allison gives a sneak peek of the three operas from Wagner's Bayreuth Festival: Die Meistersinger, Parsifal, and Lohengrin ahead of their broadcast on Opera Matinee this November.
Mezzo-Soprano Sasha Cooke Reflects on America at 250

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 9:11 am

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.
Celebrating 100 years of Coolidge Auditorium and 81 Years of Appalachian Spring

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 8:58 am

The first program of our celebration of a Century of Concerts at the Library of Congress highlights the premiere of Copland's Appalachian Spring. James Jacobs explores more.
A Listening Guide to Wagner's Die Meistersinger

Tue, 10/28/2025 - 12:36 pm

Ahead of the broadcast of Wagner's Die Meistersinger from the 2025 Bayreuth Festival, Linda Carducci speaks with opera scholar Saul Lilienstein to provide a step by step listening guide.
Benjamin Beilman, David Finckel, and Wu Han Play Schubert: A Concert Review

Fri, 10/24/2025 - 10:33 am

Evan Keely shares his thoughts and impressions from a performance of Schubert trios with Benjamin Beilman, David Finckel, and Wu Han with Anna H Wang Concert series.
Celebrating a Century of Music at the Library of Congress

Mon, 10/20/2025 - 9:13 am

We are celebrating the 100th anniversary of concerts at the Library of Congress. James Jacobs shares the history behind the concerts and upcoming special programs of historic recordings.
Palestrina 500 with The Thirteen

Tue, 10/14/2025 - 11:23 am

Artistic Director of The Thirteen, Matthew Roberston, writes a guest blog about Palestrina's 500th year and his foundational Missa Papae Marcelli.
WETA+: Bringing You More of What You Love

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 9:08 am

Devin Karambelas, WETA's VP of Television Programming, shares the vision behind the WETA+ app its specially curated content for our viewers and listeners.
A Conversation with Violinist Benjamin Beilman

Fri, 9/26/2025 - 5:46 pm

Evan Keely speaks with violinist Benjamin Beilman about his upcoming performance with David Finckel and Wu Han on the Anna H Wang Concert Series in Takoma Park.
A Shabby Little Shocker: A Story of Salome with IN Series

Tue, 9/23/2025 - 12:19 pm

Artistic Director of IN Series, Timothy Nelson, explores a 17th-century telling of Salome, ahead of their production of Stradella's St. John the Baptist, the first time the work is brought to life on the stage.
Introducing WETA Virtuoso

Tue, 9/16/2025 - 12:00 pm

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our third station, WETA Virtuoso. Learn from Jim Allison, our VP and General Manager, what WETA Virtuoso is and what to expect!