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May 7 celebrates the birthdays of Brahms and Tchaikovsky. To celebrate the occasion, James Jacobs explores the famous feud between the two composers and asks us to decide whose music we prefer!

To celebrate the birthdays of Brahms and Tchaikovsky on May 7, James Jacobs shares a few words from our hosts and the results of our poll asking you to share whose music you prefer.

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

An all Chopin program and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 11/13/2022 - 4:15 pm

From an all Chopin program on Front Row Washington to a showcase of music by American composer John Corigliano on Center Stage from Wolf Trap, WETA Classical offers exciting special programs this week.
Rich Kleinfeldt's guide to Chamber Music at the Barns and Center Stage from Wolf Trap

Wed, 11/9/2022 - 8:28 am

An insider's guide to the Chamber Music at the Barns concert series and Center Stage from Wolf Trap on-air program from the host, Rich Kleinfeldt!
WIND & WAVE: Anne Akiko Meyers plays Blue Electra/ Gianandrea Noseda conducts La Mer

Tue, 11/8/2022 - 8:47 am

Nicole Lacroix guides us through the National Symphony Orchestra's program this week, celebrating the beauty of air and sea, wind and wave, including a world premiere of Michael Daugherty’s “Blue Electra” with violinist Anne Akiko Meyers.
A dramatic week of Classical Countdown voting, Romeo and Juliet, and more on WETA Classical

Sun, 11/6/2022 - 7:21 pm

The fate of this year's Classical Countdown is determined this week with your votes. We also hear exciting programs of innovative chamber music with A Far Cry, the timeless tale of Romeo and Juliet, and more on our special programs.
Choral Showcase celebrates Saints in November

Fri, 11/4/2022 - 1:17 pm

It is all about Saints on this month's Choral Showcase after a musical investigation of sinners in September.
Christine Goerke in Elektra at Washington National Opera

Thu, 11/3/2022 - 3:23 pm

Linda Carducci guides you through the Washington National Opera's production of Elektra with world-renowned soprano Christine Goerke in the title role.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with New Orchestra of Washington

Mon, 10/31/2022 - 3:09 pm

New Orchestra of Washington celebrates Día de los Muertos with a concert dedicated to music by Mexican composers, including a world premiere of Cantos de Requiem by Jorge Vidales.
American composers and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 10/30/2022 - 4:11 pm

Special programs this week feature works by American composers. We also hear a new Classical Breakdown episode on the saxophone in celebration of National Saxophone Day, and more!
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.