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James Jacobs speaks with Ariel Quartet's violist Jan Grüning about completing their Beethoven cycle with their release of the third and final recording of Beethoven's string quartets.

Nicole Lacroix speaks with Theater Alliance's executive artistic director Shanara Gabrielle about the opening of a new performing arts space in Southwest DC.

James Jacobs speaks with actor Jamie Wilkes about playing C.P.E. Bach in STC's production of The Score, a play surrounding the musical challenge proposed to J.S. Bach resulting in the Musical Offering.

Vivaldi in Rome

Mon, 7/28/2025 - 9:11 am

Evan Keely explores Vivaldi's trip to Rome in search of new inspirations and opportunities.
Music Inspired by Composers on Vacation

Thu, 7/24/2025 - 12:34 pm

Some of the music we love the most were composed while composers were on vacation. Explore some of their favorite vacation spots and what sparked their creativity to compose a masterpiece.
Summer of Concerts: Week of July 28

Wed, 7/23/2025 - 9:06 am

The week of July 28 includes the BSO at Boordy Vineyards and the finale concert of the Heifetz Institute.
Summer of Concerts: Week of July 21

Wed, 7/16/2025 - 8:30 am

The week of July 21 showcases brass music at a brewery, Carmina Burana at Wolf Trap, and more.
What Is WETA Classical Listening To This Summer?

Thu, 7/10/2025 - 10:47 am

From hosts to recording engineers, the WETA Classical team shares what we're listening to this summer.
Summer of Concerts: Week of July 14

Wed, 7/9/2025 - 8:10 am

The week of July 14 boasts a hike accompanied by chamber music, the BSO at a vineyard, a Beethoven symphony on the mountains.
Summer of Concerts: Week of July 7

Wed, 7/2/2025 - 8:06 am

Summer is in full swing the week of July 7 with jam-packed programs from Wintergreen Music Festival and Garth Newel Music Center, and "Jaws" in Concert with the BSO.
NSO at Wolf Trap in July

Tue, 7/1/2025 - 10:35 am

Nicole Lacroix explores the summer-filled fun programming with the National Symphony Orchestra at Wolf Trap in July.
Storm, Stress, and Serenades: The American Revolution’s Cultural Impact

Mon, 6/30/2025 - 8:46 am

Explore the profound impact the American Revolution had on classical music with James Jacobs.
Beware the Green-Eyed Monster! Verdi’s Otello on NSO Showcase

Thu, 6/26/2025 - 11:53 am

Nicole Lacroix shares her reflections of Verdi's Otello in concert with the National Symphony Orchestra and Gianandrea Noseda on July's NSO Showcase.
A Celebration and Reflection on the Life and Artistry of Alfred Brendel

Thu, 6/26/2025 - 10:47 am

Evan Keely celebrates the life and artistry of the late pianist Alfred Brendel and shares his reflections on the impact Brendel had on him as budding musician and music lover.
Summer of Concerts: Week of June 30

Wed, 6/25/2025 - 9:03 am

The week of June 30 is filled with Fourth of July celebrations and kick off of Wintergreen Music Festival.