Washington Classical Review

National Philharmonic to shut down – Jul 17, 2019

On Tuesday, the National Philharmonic announced plans to close permanently. 

“It …

From stuntman to opera singer, tenor Massi brings a range of skills to WNO’s “Tosca” – May 07, 2019

Riccardo Massi will make his Washington National Opera debut this weekend, …

Trifecta of April events showcase the multifaceted Lawrence Brownlee – Apr 01, 2019

Lawrence Brownlee considers Washington D.C. like a second home, and in …

Top Ten Performances of 2018 – Dec 22, 2018

1. Dorothea Röschmann. Vocal Arts DC

The esteemed German soprano returned …

2018-19 Critic’s Choice – Aug 20, 2018

The District of Columbia and its environs offer a dizzying array …

Tenor Russell Thomas is breaking down operatic barriers with confidence – Feb 28, 2018

Tenor Russell Thomas, a rising singer from Miami, makes his Washington …

Tenor Prégardien to light a path through Schubert’s darkest lieder – Feb 21, 2018

Christoph Prégardien is on a rare American tour, which will bring …

Violinist Stefan Jackiw strives to bring out the grit and nostalgia of Charles Ives – Jan 29, 2018

Charles Ives is still a problem.

Our current era accepts and …

Composer Missy Mazzoli is breaking the glass opera ceiling – Jan 17, 2018

Missy Mazzoli became a rock star of the classical world with …

Top Ten Performances of 2017 – Dec 21, 2017

1. Jordi Savall and Friends, Library of Congress.

The tour of …