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Past Events & Photos

The following are special events from the past year. Click below to see event photos!

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Classical WETA midday host Marilyn Cooley and Classical WETA volunteer Donna assist listeners at the Classical WETA promotions table.

"Requiem" at Washington Nation Cathedral

October 18, 2009

On October 18, Classical WETA supported the Cathedral Choral Society’s presentation of Giuseppe Verdi’s Requiem, under the direction of Music Director J. Reilly Lewis, at Washington National Cathedral. A Classical WETA host introduced the concert and a promotions team distributed giveaways and station information.

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Classical WETA afternoon host John Chester visits a few guests prior to the National Philharmonic season opener

National Philharmonic Season Opener

October 3, 2009

On October 3, Classical WETA helped celebrate National Philharmonic’s 2009-2010 season opener titled Beethoven One, Two, Three. As media partner, Classical WETA afternoon host John Chester introduced the concert and a Classical WETA promotions team distributed giveaways and station information.

 

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Arlington House Public Screening of The National Parks

September 19, 2009

A public viewing of The National Parks: This is America at Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial, a National Park Service site.

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Marilyn Cooley and David Ginder at the '09 Fairfax Symphony Season Open

Fairfax Symphony Orchestra Season Opener

September 12, 2009


On September 12, Classical WETA supported the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra 2009-2010 season opener. Marilyn Cooley of Classical WETA introduced the concert and Classical WETA was on site with giveaways and station information.

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Classical WETA Players at White Flint Mall promotion on August 14, 2009.

Classical WETA Players Performance at White Flint Mall

August 14, 2009

The Classical WETA Players, a string quartet of professional musicans, entertained shoppers on Friday, August 14 at White Flint Mall. Classical WETA was on site with giveaways and station information.

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WETA event volunteers at the 2009 Signature (Target) Open House

Signature Theatre's 2009-2010 Kickoff Event

August 10, 2009

WETA supported Signature Theatre's 2009-2010 kickoff event known as the Target Open House. This free event was an exciting way for Signature Theatre along with the Shirlington commuity to reach out to local people in the area. WETA distributed giveaways and provided station information

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Ticket holders enter the Concert Hall of The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

NSO-Classical WETA "You Choose" Preview Concert

June 30, 2009

Classical WETA 90.9 FM listeners and WETA members were invited to a free concert presented by the National Symphony Orchestra in partnership with Classical WETA in the Concert Hall of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. National Symphony Orchestra Associate Conductor Emil de Cou took the podium for the performance, which was broadcast live on Classical WETA 90.9 FM.

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WETA Volunteers prior to the concert

Classical WETA Night at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

June 20, 2009

On June 20, Classical WETA hosted an evening at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center featuring “Breakthrough” by the National Orchestral Institute.

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The Classical WETA Players perform at the Frederick Festival of the Arts

Frederick Festival of the Arts with the Classical WETA Players

June 6, 2009

The Classical WETA Players, a brass quintet of professional musicians, performed on the main stage at the 16th Annual Frederick Festival of the Arts in downtown Frederick. Classical WETA was on site with giveaways and station information.

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Dedication of Historic Marker Poster

Dedication of Historic Markers

May 31, 2009

On Sunday, May 31, two historic markers were unveiled that honor the lifetime achievements of Elizabeth and Edmund Campbell, distinguished Arlingtonians who devoted their lives to education and justice. The event took place on the plaza in front of the Shirlington Library and Signature Theatre.

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Classical WETA Music Director and Morning Host David Ginder with Midday Host Marilyn Cooley

Classical WETA Hosts "A French Spectacular"

May 10, 2009

On the afternoon of May 10, Classical WETA hosted A French Spectacular at Washington National Cathedral. Classical WETA music director and morning host David Ginder introduced the concert and Classical WETA was on site with giveaways and station information.

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Classical WETA Vice President and General Manager Dan DeVany at the British Choir Festival

"The British Choir Festival" at Washington National Cathedral

April 26, 2009

Three of the world’s preeminent choral ensembles sang during The British Choir Festival at Washington National Cathedral on the afternoon of April 26. Classical WETA was on site in support of the concert.

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Nicole Lacroix at Shakespeare's Birthday Open House '09

Shakespeare’s Birthday Open House

April 26, 2009

On the afternoon of April 26, Classical WETA evening host Nicole Lacroix, along with the Classical WETA Players, helped celebrate William Shakespeare's 445th birthday at Folger Shakespeare Library.

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Classical WETA Evening Host Nicole Lacroix enjoys a conversation with a couple of listeners

Classical WETA Night with the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra

March 7, 2009

On March 7, Classical WETA hosted a performance of O’Lyric Voice that featured the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra with Branford Marsalis, the Metropolitan Chorus and Heritage Signature Chorale.

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Classical WETA Midday Host Marilyn Cooley and a listener enjoy a conversation

Classical WETA Night with The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at Strathmore

February 19, 2009

Classical WETA hosted an evening at The Music Center at Strathmore that featured the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra performing Saint-Saens' “Organ" Symphony.

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Volunteers at Les Miserables event

Member Day at "Les Miserables"

February 14, 2009

WETA hosted a special member event at Signature Theatre for a matinee performance of Les Miserables.

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Dan Devany gives an introduction to Gloria at Washington National Cathedral, January 9, 2009.

Gloria at Washington National Cathedral

January 9, 2009

WETA helped celebrate Folger Consort’s performance of Vivaldi’s most sacred piece, the Gloria at Washington National Cathedral.

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The Classical WETA Players perform at White Flint Mall, December 19, 2008.

Classical WETA Players Entertain Holiday Shoppers

December 19, 2008

Throughout December, the Classical WETA Players were out and about in local malls, soothing harried holiday shoppers with beautiful music.

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Hometown Heroes 10th Anniversary art

2008 Hometown Heroes Luncheon

December 3, 2008

WETA celebrated the 10th anniversary of Hometown Heroes with a luncheon to honor this year's heroes.

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