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We explore two influential composers in this episode that you need to know; Silvestre Revueltas and Gabriela Lena Frank. John Banther and Evan Keely highlight works from both composers, aspects of their lives, and what to listen for in their music!

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Recent Posts from Classical Score

WETA Classical Presents a Special Broadcast of the NSO’s 2024 Season Opening Gala

Tue, 10/1/2024 - 1:27 pm

Nicole Lacroix shares her impressions from the National Symphony Orchestra's 2024 Season Opening Gala Concert ahead of our exclusive broadcast on October 2 at 11AM ET.
Music among Friends: Chiarina Chamber Players Celebrates Their 10th Anniversary Season

Fri, 9/20/2024 - 5:18 pm

Ahead of their 10th anniversary season, Nicole Lacroix speaks with founders of Capitol Hill's Chiarina Chamber Players.
Meet the Special Programs on WETA Classical

Thu, 9/19/2024 - 10:51 am

The hosts of our special programs like Front Row Washington and Opera Matinee share why the programs are important to them and what they have to offer to classical lovers.
Welcome to WETA Classical

Thu, 9/19/2024 - 10:33 am

Our Station Manager, Dan DeVany, shares an in-depth look into the history, program offerings, and impact of WETA Classical, Washington's only classical music radio station.
A Musical Insight into The Cradle Will Rock

Tue, 9/17/2024 - 10:56 am

Artistic Director of IN Series, Timothy Nelson, speaks about the musical history of the play in music The Cradle Will Rock, which became a work of American history with its legendary first performance.

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