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WETA Classical listener Maria Voultsides shares about her quest to install a grave marker for American treasure, Florence Price, after discovering her music and the story of her life.

Ahead of the broadcast of Jacqueline du Pré: Genius and Tragedy on WETA PBS and Metro on March 28, our resident cellist James Jacobs shares his insight on one of the greatest cellists of all time.

Nicole Lacroix shares what she's looking forward to at the Kennedy Center in April.

Thanks for the Music! A look at the new season of NSO Showcase

Fri, 10/28/2022 - 9:33 am

Nicole Lacroix goes in-depth into the return of NSO Showcase, starting with the exciting American-themed November program.
Zurich Opera extends Noseda's contract to 2027-2028 season

Wed, 10/26/2022 - 1:51 pm

Zurich Opera announces Maestro Noseda’s contract as General Music Director extends to the 2027-2028 season.
Of Baseball, Beer and Britten

Tue, 10/25/2022 - 4:52 pm

After a weekend marathon of world-class concerts in the DC area, Nicole Lacroix reflects on attending live concerts, to "feel the joy, and support the arts."
Washington National Opera presents Verdi's Il trovatore

Tue, 10/25/2022 - 1:44 pm

Enjoy this sneak peek into the Washington National Opera's fiery new production of Verdi's Il trovatore.
Mahler's ghost story and more - this week on WETA Classical

Sun, 10/23/2022 - 7:47 pm

Choral Showcase presents the perfect prelude to Halloween with Mahler's ghost story. We also enjoy a performance of Verdi's Aida, Bach on the guitar, and more on our special programs this week!
Vive La France with Gil Shaham and the National Philharmonic

Wed, 10/19/2022 - 8:19 am

Nicole Lacroix reflects on hearing Gil Shaham's recording for the first time in the 90's and his continuing passion and humanity on the stage today, looking forward to his performance with the National Philharmonic this week.
Mozart y Mambo! Horn superstar Sarah Willis shows off her newest album you can't miss

Tue, 10/18/2022 - 7:00 am

From Mozart's horn concertos to new works by Cuban composers, horn superstar Sarah Willis of the Berlin Philharmonic makes history with her new album.
Sheku Kanneh-Mason performs Elgar with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra at Strathmore

Mon, 10/17/2022 - 10:02 am

Hear from Sheku Kanneh-Mason himself on his thoughts on the Elgar Cello Concerto, which he performs with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra at Strathmore, presented by Washington Performing Arts.
Music from around the world this week on WETA Classical

Sun, 10/16/2022 - 8:07 pm

From the Dublin Guitar Quartet on Front Row Washington to Sarah Willis of the Berlin Philharmonic playing Mozart and mambo on Classical Breakdown, WETA Classical brings you music from around the world on our special programs.
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.