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Ahead of the Women's Voices in Classical special on WETA Virtuoso, John Banther shares an insight into three American women from three different backgounds, their music, and their incredible stories.

Ahead of the Washington Bach Consort's performance of Monteverdi, James Jacobs explores the importance of the '1610 Vespers' and shares an insightful interview with Dana Marsh.

With Downton Abbey now streaming on WETA+, Linda Carducci explores what kind of music the beloved characters would have enjoyed when they're not on the screen.

New Voices, New Recordings: Psalms, Hymns, and Motets

Wed, 12/28/2022 - 1:59 pm

Bill Bukowski explores the theme of 'New Voices, New Recordings' throughout January on Choral Showcase. He will guide us through each week's program this month - and this week is all about Psalms, Hymns, and Motets.
New Year's Resolution: Be an Opera Nerd

Tue, 12/27/2022 - 2:42 pm

Evan Keely shares his New Year's Resolution of becoming an opera nerd in 2022 and guides us through what he learned after a year of committing to being an opera nerd!
Looking Back and Greeting the New on WETA Classical This Week

Sun, 12/25/2022 - 8:02 pm

We look back to the past as 2022 wraps up this week with Opera Matinee, Front Row Washington, and Classical Countdown Rewind and welcome the new year with Choral Showcase and New Year's Concert from Vienna!
I'm Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas: A Look at Holiday Favorites by Jewish Composers and Lyricists

Wed, 12/21/2022 - 9:55 am

Julie Huang Tucker speaks with Frank Albinder of Washington Men's Camerata about beloved holiday songs and carols written by Jewish composers and lyricists.
Celebrate the Holidays on WETA Classical This Week

Sun, 12/18/2022 - 7:43 pm

From The Passion of Scrooge on Front Row Washington to a fantastic lineup of special programs on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, WETA Classical is your musical home for the holidays.
A Playlist for Hanukkah

Sun, 12/18/2022 - 6:58 pm

Enjoy a Hanukkah playlist curated by James Jacobs!
The Passion of Scrooge with 21 Century Consort

Fri, 12/16/2022 - 2:55 pm

A new perspective of Dickens' A Christmas Carol is presented on Front Row Washington with the 21st Century Consort performing The Passion of Scrooge by Jon Deak.
The Aizuri Quartet Explores Songs and Strings at the Library of Congress

Wed, 12/14/2022 - 9:48 am

James Jacobs speaks with the Aizuri Quartet about their exploration of songs on their upcoming program at the Library of Congress.
Your Guide to Handel's Messiah

Tue, 12/13/2022 - 10:44 am

A guide to everything you wanted to know about Handel's Messiah but were afraid to ask, and more!
Innovation in a Holiday Program of Baroque Favorites with The Thirteen

Mon, 12/12/2022 - 11:09 am

Matthew Dayton speaks with Maestro Matthew Roberston about the innovative programming on The Thirteen's upcoming concert "Gloria", celebrating the season with Baroque favorites by Bach and Vivaldi with period instruments.
Beethoven's Birthday, Music for the Holidays, and more on WETA Classical this week

Fri, 12/9/2022 - 1:27 pm

A festive week of celebrations on WETA Classical this week as we celebrate Beethoven's birthday, and kick off our holiday music-filled playlist this weekend!
A Quick Guide to Bach's Christmas Oratorio

Wed, 12/7/2022 - 12:38 pm

Bill Bukowski guides us through Bach's Christmas Oratorio, including your chance to hear it live with the Washington Bach Consort and on air on WETA Classical.