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Ahead of his performances with the NSO this week, American violinist Randall Goosby speaks about inspiring young people, the importance of representation, diverse programming and more.

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.

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.

A Very Spooky Classical Playlist 👻

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 2:01 pm

Our hosts share their go-to masterpieces for a good fright this Halloween!
"A Slender Greek Maiden" between Three Giants? The Return of NSO Showcase

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 1:17 pm

NSO Showcase returns for the 2023-2024 season with an epic program of Beethoven, Daugherty, Wagner, and Prokofiev.
WNO Presents "Grounded": An Opera Adaptation of a One-Woman Play

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 10:39 am

Nicole Lacroix speaks with playwright and librettist George Brant and conductor Daniela Candillari about bringing to life the opera-adaption of a thought-provoking one-woman play.
The Return of NSO Showcase, Exploring Tailleferre, and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 10/29/2023 - 8:25 pm

NSO Showcase returns with an exciting program of Prokofiev and a violin concerto inspired by Amelia Earhart, Classical Breakdown explores the life and music of Germaine Tailleferre and more on special programs this week.
ShakespeareFest

Tue, 10/24/2023 - 10:10 pm

From November 6 through 17, WETA Classical celebrates four centuries of music inspired by Shakespeare. From special nightly features with James Jacobs to in-depth blogs exploring Shakespeare and music, we look forward to being your Shakespearean guide!
Washington National Opera Presents Gounod’s Romeo and Juliet

Tue, 10/24/2023 - 4:39 pm

Hear from Evan Rogister, Principal Conductor of Washington National Opera and the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra, and Italian soprano Rosa Feola about WNO's upcoming production of Gounod's Romeo and Juliet.
Shakespeare’s 400 Year Musical Journey

Mon, 10/23/2023 - 2:59 pm

James Jacobs takes you on the 400 year journey of Shakespeare and classical music in celebration of the upcoming Shakespeare Everywhere Festival and our on-air celebrations of Shakespeare and music.
JFK: The Last Speech with the National Symphony Orchestra

Mon, 10/23/2023 - 11:16 am

Kevin John Edusei conducts the National Symphony Orchestra in an American adventure that takes us from JFK’s Last Speech to Jazz-age Harlem to an oil tanker truck that blasts into space.
Murder in a Cathedral, American Music, and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 10/22/2023 - 9:54 pm

Opera Matine presents Pizzetti's Assassinio nella cattedrale (Murder in a Cathedral), Choral Showcase highlights American music, and more on special programs this week.
A Conversation with Mandolinist Avi Avital

Thu, 10/19/2023 - 11:56 am

John Banther speaks with Grammy-nominated mandolinist, Avi Avital, about his upcoming program with accordionist Hanzhi Wang, presented by the Washington Performing Arts.
Anna H. Wang Concert Series Presents the Sphinx Virtuosi

Mon, 10/16/2023 - 3:02 pm

The Sphinx Organization is a social justice organization dedicated to transforming lives through the power of diversity in the arts. Evan Keely speaks with Sphinx Organization President and Artistic Director Afa S. Dworkin and Sphinx Virtuosi violist Celia Hatton ahead of the performance presented by Anna H. Wang Concert Series.
NSO Family Concert: Halloween Spooktacular

Mon, 10/16/2023 - 2:41 pm

The National Symphony Orchestra is celebrating the spooky season with a Halloween Spooktacular. Little monsters, fairies and princesses of all kinds (and their friends and families) will enjoy this NSO October tradition.