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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.

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.

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

A Conversation with Composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate

Wed, 1/8/2025 - 11:30 am

John Banther speaks with Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate about the program he curated for the PostClassical Ensemble of his music and works by Barber and Prokofiev.
January NSO Showcase

Tue, 1/7/2025 - 11:14 am

Nicole Lacroix shares her reflections on the January NSO Showcase program.
Verdi's Rigoletto: A Conversation with Saul Lilienstein

Tue, 1/7/2025 - 10:40 am

Ahead of the broadcast of Verdi's Rigoletto with the Met Opera, Linda Carducci speaks with opera scholar Saul Lilienstein for his insight on Verdi’s mid-to-late career masterpiece.
Exploring Monteverdi's 'Lost' Vespers with The Thirteen's Matthew Robertson

Fri, 1/3/2025 - 3:37 pm

Matthew Robertson, Artistic Director of The Thirteen, writes a guest blog sharing his process and experience of recording The Thirteen's latest release, Monteverdi: The 'Lost' Vespers. Choral Showcase will be featuring this recording on January 5.
Bach to Mendelssohn and Back: A Musician's Perspective of Performing Bach/Mendelssohn's St. Matthew Passion

Fri, 1/3/2025 - 10:22 am

Elizabeth Field, concertmaster of The Bach Choir of Bethlehem, shares her experience of performing the live performance recording of Bach/Mendelssohn St. Matthew Passion which can be heard on Choral Showcase on January 12.
January at the Kennedy Center

Thu, 1/2/2025 - 10:26 am

From Barber's Vanessa with the NSO to an intimate chamber program with mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton, there's something for everyone to enjoy at the Kennedy Center this January.
New Year, New Recordings on Choral Showcase

Mon, 12/30/2024 - 8:20 am

Bill Bukowski greets the new year with new recordings on Choral Showcase throughout January with music from Monteverdi to Duruflé by ensembles from Washington and beyond.
Musical Resolutions, or Practice Makes Perfect

Mon, 12/30/2024 - 7:47 am

Nicole Lacroix shares her musical New Year's resolutions to make the most of 2025. From singing everyday to simply enjoying music, there's a resolution for every WETA Classical listener to try out!
The Miró Quartet—A Feast for the Imagination

Thu, 12/19/2024 - 9:04 am

Nicole Lacroix looks forward to The Miró Quartet's performance on the Kennedy Center's Fortas Chamber Music Concerts with a program of Haydn, Shaw and Beethoven.
The Shocking Truth Behind Handel's Messiah: A Tale of Three April 13ths

Mon, 12/16/2024 - 1:22 pm

James Jacobs shares the shocking backstory behind Handel's Messiah, and the mysterious meaning of April 13th in Handel's life.
Christmas in Washington Playlist

Thu, 12/12/2024 - 10:24 am

Washington DC is proud to be called home for many world-class ensembles. Enjoy a playlist of exquisite music for the holidays performed by our local artists.
Home for the Holidays: Your Guide to the Holidays on WETA Classical

Tue, 12/10/2024 - 1:09 pm

From our holiday schedule to fascinating facts about holiday music on our Classical Breakdown podcast and Classical Score blog, this is your guide to a very classical holiday!