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Nicole Lacroix shares her reflections on the July NSO Showcase program featuring Mahler's Symphony No. 6 with Gianandrea Noseda.

Nicole Lacroix speaks with co-artistic director of Garth Newel Music Center and violinist in the Garth Newel Piano Quartet about the exciting season in the idyllic setting in Hot Springs, Virginia.

On the next program of America 250: A Classical Portrait, we explore a foundational cultural contribution America has made: its own unique take on musical theater.

Announcing National Chamber Ensemble's Outstanding Young Artist Competition

Fri, 10/14/2022 - 10:37 am

The National Chamber Ensemble announces its Outstanding Young Artist Competition, open to string players between the ages of 12 and 18 who reside in Virginia, DC, or Maryland.
Jeremy Denk speaks about Brahms' Piano Concerto No. 2

Wed, 10/12/2022 - 9:34 am

Jeremy Denk, winner of the MacArthur "Genius" Fellowship, speaks personally about Brahms' Piano Concerto No. 2 as he prepares to perform with the Fairfax Symphony.
A DJ composer to pirates - a week of thrilling music on WETA Classical

Sun, 10/9/2022 - 7:09 pm

Special programs this week offer thrilling music, from works by young American composers to fresh takes on classic favorites.
Virginia Opera tackles Wagner's Ring cycle

Fri, 10/7/2022 - 9:17 am

Virginia Opera rises to the challenge, tackling Richard Wagner's Ring cycle.
Shostakovich on a Rainy Saturday Night with the Attacca Quartet and Chiarina Chamber Players

Thu, 10/6/2022 - 11:37 am

"Musical bliss" for Nicole Lacroix with the Attacca Quartet and the Chiarina Chamber Players.
Cate Blanchett plays world-renowned conductor in film "Tár"

Wed, 10/5/2022 - 2:12 pm

Cate Blanchett stars as a world-renowned conductor, unraveling in the midst of her recording of Mahler's Symphony No. 5.
A Listener Request Classical Breakdown and more, this week on WETA Classical

Sun, 10/2/2022 - 7:54 pm

A first ever "By Listener Request" episode on Classical Breakdown, the American String Quartet, and more on WETA Classical this week!
Superstar Lizzo plays James Madison's crystal flute at the Library of Congress

Thu, 9/29/2022 - 1:26 pm

Lizzo, a classically trained flautist, now superstar singer, rapper, and songwriter, plays James Madison's crystal flute at the Library of Congress and at her concert at Capital One Arena.
Waltzing Noseda, and Other Highlights of the NSO Season Opening Gala Concert

Mon, 9/26/2022 - 1:28 pm

Nicole Lacroix brings you all the exciting moments from this year's National Symphony Orchestra Season Opening Gala Concert.
World-class performances from Washington fill WETA Classical this week

Sun, 9/25/2022 - 7:25 pm

From the return of Center Stage from Wolf Trap to the exclusive airing of the NSO Season Opening Gala concert, WETA Classical celebrates world-class performances from our very own backyard this week.
Trombone Champ: You too can play Beethoven - on the trombone

Wed, 9/21/2022 - 2:56 pm

Trombones. Beethoven. Hot dogs. Baboons. Collectible cards. Lore. Trombone Champ has it all.
Music for the Queen on Monday, September 19

Sun, 9/18/2022 - 8:05 pm

WETA Classical honors Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her funeral with music from her coronation in 1953, celebrating her 70 years of reign and service to her country.