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James Jacobs reflects on experiencing the eclipse in totality, and ponders on the meaning of beauty and universality in a broken world as expressed in Beethoven's 9th symphony.

More details Frederic Edwin Church, The Heart of the Andes, 1859.

James Jacobs ponders on the inseparable relationship between music and poetry and offers a specially curated playlist. Be sure to tune in on the evening of April 24 to enjoy music inspired by poetry with live commentary from James!

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.

Music for the Queen, a Debussy deep-dive and more, on WETA Classical this week!

Sun, 9/18/2022 - 6:26 pm

From music for the Queen throughout the day on Monday to a new episode of Classical Breakdown exploring the life and music of Debussy, WETA Classical has an exciting week of great music ahead!
Washington Bach Consort Ponders the Power of Music Past and Present

Wed, 9/14/2022 - 2:55 pm

New music performed on period instruments - The queries surrounding the value of old and new music in 'A New Song' are appropriately represented by the Washington Bach Consort.
A MASS for Our Time

Mon, 9/12/2022 - 9:13 am

51 years later, the NSO and the Kennedy Center celebrate Leonard Bernstein's MASS and its much-needed message of hope, multiculturalism, and inclusivity once again.
A contemporary piano duo to Prokofiev's cantata - this week on WETA Classical

Sun, 9/11/2022 - 7:11 pm

Program highlights this week include Front Row Washington featuring a piano duo of Steinway Artists, Bizet's Pearl Fishers, and Prokofiev's epic cantata, Ivan the Terrible.
A classical fall vibes playlist

Tue, 9/6/2022 - 4:52 pm

The perfect classical playlist for cozy fall vibes.
Parker Quartet, Rachmaninoff, and more - on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 9/4/2022 - 7:52 pm

This week's program highlights include the Parker Quartet on our social media and the return of our podcast, Classical Breakdown for its fourth season!
Cinderella Moments at the NSO Season Opening Gala Concert

Thu, 9/1/2022 - 5:53 pm

Nicole Lacroix anticipates her Cinderella moment and musical delights at the NSO Season Opening Gala Concert
Choral Showcase presents classical scoundrels on a Rogues' Gallery

Mon, 8/29/2022 - 4:53 pm

Bill Bukowski presents the best (or worst) of classical criminals on a Rogues' Gallery Choral Showcase this September.
Fall for Opera Matinee’s Autumn Line-up

Sat, 8/27/2022 - 4:54 pm

From Bizet to Bellini, Linda Carducci introduces a great line-up of operas in September on Opera Matinee.
PostClassical Ensemble pays homage to Spanish poet on Front Row Washington

Thu, 8/18/2022 - 5:54 pm

John Banther looks forward to PostClassical Ensemble performing Revueltas on Front Row Washington on September 19.
Bach to School - Rule the school year with classical music!

Mon, 8/8/2022 - 8:55 am

Use WETA Classical's Take Note! to rule the school year with classical music!
Youth and Diversity Define a New Era - and a New Conductor - for the BSO

Fri, 7/22/2022 - 9:55 am

Baltimore Symphony appoints new Music Director, 29-year-old Jonathon Heyward.