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The Washington National Opera presents Puccini's Turandot with a compelling new world premiere ending to Puccini’s final, unfinished work. Nicole Lacroix speaks with librettist Susan Soon He Stanton.

Ahead of the National Philharmonic's program of choral works by Stravinsky and Beethoven with The Washington Chorus led by Eugene Rogers, David Martosko reflects on the perfect pairing of the two vastly different composers.

Welcome to our regular series on upcoming classical concerts presented by the Kennedy Center! Nicole Lacroix shares sneak peeks into each week's offerings from the National Symphony Orchestra, the Washington National Opera, and Fortas Chamber Music Concerts.

March NSO Showcase

Tue, 3/5/2024 - 11:25 am

Nicole Lacroix reflects on the March NSO Showcase program, with music from Austria, England, and France. Enjoy selections by Johann Strauss Jr, Ravel, Vaughan Williams, and more.
The Force of Destiny, Meet our Recording Engineer, and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 3/3/2024 - 8:36 pm

Enjoy La Forza del Destino on Opera Matinee, Classical Breakdown takes us behind the scenes with our recording engineer Charles Lawson, and more on special programs this week.
Chopin Celebration

Wed, 2/28/2024 - 9:23 am

We are celebrating Chopin's birthday with a Chopin-spree and the coverage of the 68th Kosciuszko Foundation Chopin Piano Competition taking place in DC!
A Night to Remember: The NSO at La Scala

Tue, 2/27/2024 - 9:09 am

Nicole Lacroix shares her experience of hearing the National Symphony Orchestra at La Scala in Milan during their European Tour with Gianandrea Noseda.
Ciao from Milan: NSO Tour Dispatch

Mon, 2/26/2024 - 9:16 pm

Host Nicole Lacroix is in Milan to catch the National Symphony Orchestra at La Scala in Milan! She sends us a dispatch of her time in Milan and shares a glimpse of the beautiful sites she enjoyed.
An Evening of Discovery: Fortas Presents Jennifer Koh & Missy Mazzoli

Mon, 2/26/2024 - 8:50 am

Fortas Chamber Music Concerts presents Jennifer Koh and Missy Mazzoli. Collaborating for over a decade, the violin-piano duo will perform a full evening of Mazzoli’s works.
Meet the Semifinalists of the Kosciuszko Foundation Chopin Piano Competition

Sun, 2/25/2024 - 7:31 pm

This year's semifinalists of the Kosciuszko Foundation Chopin Piano Competition are from around the world, including Poland, Japan, and the United States. Learn more about the contestants here!
Chopin and the Piano

Fri, 2/23/2024 - 9:06 am

Ahead of Chopin's birthday on March 1, Matthew Dayton shares his thoughts on Chopin as the inventor of modern piano music.
A Conversation with Accord Symphony Orchestra Conductor Julien Benichou

Thu, 2/22/2024 - 11:44 am

Linda Carducci speaks with conductor Julien Benichou about his extensive career, future plans for the Accord Symphony, and his mission to use music to raise awareness of the effects of climate change.
A Madrigal on Horseback is Four Centuries Old

Wed, 2/21/2024 - 2:33 pm

February 24 celebrates the 400th anniversary of the world premiere of Claudio Monteverdi's madrigal Il Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda, which included live horses in the performance!
The Kosciuszko Foundation's Chopin Piano Competition

Wed, 2/21/2024 - 11:10 am

On February 28 through March 3, Washington DC will host 68th The Kosciuszko Foundation's Chopin Piano Competition. Learn more about the rich history and star laureates of the competition.
300 Years of Handel’s Julius Caesar

Mon, 2/19/2024 - 9:42 pm

This February 20th marks the 300th anniversary of the world premiere of Handel’s Giulio Cesare in Egitto, which took place on February 20, 1724 in London at the King's Theatre in Haymarket.