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Linda Carducci pays tribute to the American classical icon, Michael Tilson Thomas, celebrating this life and legacy, and shares her personal reflection.

James Jacobs shares his personal memories and reflections of Michael Tilson Thomas in two of the most impactful concerts he has ever attended and the legacy he leaves behind.

Nicole Lacroix shares her reflections on the April NSO Showcase program featuring Britten's Cello Concerto and Bruckner's Symphony No. 6.

Exploring Rachmaninoff's The Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom with The Thirteen

Mon, 2/2/2026 - 12:00 am

Matthew Robertson, Artistic Director of The Thirteen, guides us through Rachmaninoff’s Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom and music of the Orthodox tradition ahead of their Rachmaninoff program this month.
Stars Selecting Stars: The Metropolitan Opera "Artist's Choice" Series

Fri, 1/30/2026 - 9:25 am

Linda Carducci previews the Metropolitan Opera's "Artist's Choice" series on Opera Matinee throughout February, where various opera stars choose a memorable archival production.
Grammy Week on WETA Virtuoso

Sun, 1/25/2026 - 11:58 am

Ahead of Grammy Week on WETA Virtuoso where we will explore and listen to the nominees in the Classical categories, James Jacobs shares a sneak peek of each day's program.
Classical Music and Opera in Cinema: Films Worth (Re)Watching

Tue, 1/20/2026 - 10:51 am

Inspired by the recently-released movie "The Choral", Linda Carducci explores films centered around classical music worth (re)watching.
Of Hedgehogs and Foxes in Classical Music

Mon, 1/12/2026 - 11:54 am

Matthew Dayton ponders the evolution of classical music and the influence of composers through the lens of the game The Hedgehog and the Fox, a single defining idea vs exploring and adapting to complexities.
Schumann and Sibelius on NSO Showcase

Tue, 1/6/2026 - 11:15 am

Nicole Lacroix explores the January NSO Showcase program featuring Sibelius and Schumann.
An Evening of Opera and Gospel: A Conversation with Brandon Waddles

Mon, 1/5/2026 - 4:07 pm

Matthew Dayton speaks with Brandon Waddles, Music Director of the upcoming program by Anna H. Wang Concert Series, about his career and his approach to making music in the different styles and genres as represented on the program.
Strauss 200

Mon, 12/29/2025 - 12:54 pm

James Jacobs shares a sneak peek of our celebration of the bicentennial of Johann Strauss Jr, rightfully so on New Year's Eve! Explore the stories behind his most beloved music, rarely heard works, and more.
Happy Holidays with WETA Classical

Tue, 12/23/2025 - 9:11 am

From our holiday schedule to exploring yuletide favorites on our blog and podcast, this is your guide to the holidays with WETA Classical!
Songs of the Season: A Story of Celebrating Community Through Music

Wed, 12/17/2025 - 8:40 am

Judy Meschel, Senior Producer of WETA Arts, writes a guest blog sharing the story of the annual holiday favorite Songs of the Season, celebrating and bringing together local communities.
Handel's Messiah with The Thirteen: A Conversation with Matthew Robertson

Tue, 12/16/2025 - 10:38 am

Listen to James Jacobs speak with Matthew Robertson, Artistic Director of The Thirteen, about Handel's Messiah ahead of their upcoming performances in Bethesda and Washington DC.
A World Without Ode to Joy?

Fri, 12/12/2025 - 2:40 pm

David Martosko explores the new musicological finding that Beethoven thought adding the choral movement at the end of his 9th symphony was a mistake.