Classical Score

Soprano Gabriella Reyes speaks about her Washington National Opera debut as Mimì on La bohème and more! 

The second installment of the NSO's Beethoven and American Masters Festival presents Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony paired with the Symphony No. 2 in G Minor, “Song of a New Race” by one of the most fascinating figures in twentieth-century music, American composer William Grant Still.

Cellist Zuill Bailey speaks about his upcoming performance of the Dvořák cello concerto with the Fairfax Symphony.

Evan Keely sheds insight into the pairing of Beethoven's symphonies No. 7 and No. 8 with George Walker's Sinfonia No. 5 on the first of four Beethoven and American Masters programs by the National Symphony Orchestra.

We enjoy performances by the 21st Century Consort, a production of Aida from the Met Opera, and more.

Boulanger Initiative co-founder Laura Colgate speaks about their upcoming WoCo (Women Composers) Festival this weekend, with music to "leave you enraptured, delighted, and giddy."

This month's NSO Showcase gives a preview of the National Symphony Orchestra's Beethoven and American Masters Festival with Maestro Gianandrea Noseda throughout May and June, pairing the Beethoven symphonies with works by trailblazing American composers George Walker and William Grant Still.

Classical Breakdown brings you a conversation with Maestro Gianandrea Noseda, Choral Showcase celebrations the coronation of King Charles, and more on special programs this week.

Composer Danny Elfman speaks about his process, influences, and what is essential for him as an artist, as he prepares for a world premiere with the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, presented by the Library of Congress.

After nearly three centuries, a Rameau opera finally receives its world premiere at the Kennedy Center with Opera Lafayette. Artistic Director Ryan Brown speaks about the incredible process.