WETA Classical

James Jacobs looks back on the legacy of Rostropovich during his tenure with the National Symphony Orchestra. 

Linda Carducci speaks with opera scholar, Saul Lilienstein, about Verdi's Un Ballo in Maschera (A Masked Ball), based on a historic event – the assassination of King Gustav of Sweden.

Rossini was a well-known foodie, with recipes of his own, and recipes by Parisian celebrity chefs creating recipes for him. Check out a three-course meal inspired by Rossini to try this Thanksgiving, plus a cocktail!

Nicole Lacroix speaks with soprano Ewa Płonka about her role as Lady Macbeth in Washington National Opera's production of Macbeth.

Nicole Lacroix speaks with violinist and artistic director of Fortas Chamber Music Concerts, Jennifer Koh, about the Sounds of US Festival, an immersive new music festival.