Classical Breakdown
WETA Classical
John Banther takes classical music fans behind the scenes with interviews, deep dives, and analysis. Episodes released bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Produced by WETA Classical in Washington, D.C.
Recommended listening; 4 new albums to listen to this summer!
00:31:21
Mahler's Symphony No. 5, a story of uncertainty and triumph
01:10:15
Felix Mendelssohn: A prodigy, inventor, and visionary!
01:07:29
Verdi's Rigoletto: Unforgettable tunes, tragedy, and a new concept in opera
01:10:13
John Williams: a defining American composer that goes beyond the silver screen
00:59:03
Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5: a symphony of bravery, intrigue, and survival
01:00:04
An update on Florence Price!
00:01:55
The most difficult music for piano: Gaspard de la Nuit by Maurice Ravel
00:37:31
The Future is Female: Exploring Clarice Assad and the Boulanger Initiative with Laura Colgate
00:55:00
Ethel Smyth's Mass in D: A 19th century mass by an extraordinary woman!
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