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Few other works in the canon occupy a place like this symphony by Dmitri Shostakovich. John Banther and Evan Keely dive into history as they show you what to listen for, Shostakovich's perilous circumstances, and what clues he could have left for all of us in the music.

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Washington National Opera presents The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs: A Conversation with Composer Mason Bates

Thu, 4/24/2025 - 10:05 am

Nicole Lacroix speaks with composer Mason Bates about the upcoming WNO production of Grammy-winning opera, The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs.
Earth Day: Recorders and Remembrance

Sun, 4/20/2025 - 4:46 pm

In honor of Earth Day, James Jacobs explores our fascination to communicate with and imitate nature. Since over 60,000 years ago, we let bird songs spark our creativity, including our favorite classical composers.
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Thu, 4/10/2025 - 1:19 pm

Ahead of the premiere of Loving v. Virginia commissioned by Virginia Opera and Richmond Symphony, Evan Keely speaks with composer Damien Geter, librettist Jessica Murphy Moo, and director and opera superstar, Denyce Graves.
April at the Kennedy Center

Mon, 4/7/2025 - 11:46 am

Nicole Lacroix shares programs she's looking forward to hearing this month at the Kennedy Center.
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Thu, 4/3/2025 - 11:08 am

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.

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