Classical Breakdown

Classical Breakdown

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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.

Recent Episodes

  • Recommended listening; 4 new albums to listen to this summer!

    1 month ago
  • Mahler's Symphony No. 5, a story of uncertainty and triumph

    2 months ago
  • Felix Mendelssohn: A prodigy, inventor, and visionary!

    2 months ago
  • Verdi's Rigoletto: Unforgettable tunes, tragedy, and a new concept in opera

    3 months ago
  • John Williams: a defining American composer that goes beyond the silver screen

    3 months ago
  • Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5: a symphony of bravery, intrigue, and survival

    4 months ago
  • An update on Florence Price!

    4 months ago
  • The most difficult music for piano: Gaspard de la Nuit by Maurice Ravel

    4 months ago
  • The Future is Female: Exploring Clarice Assad and the Boulanger Initiative with Laura Colgate

    5 months ago
  • Ethel Smyth's Mass in D: A 19th century mass by an extraordinary woman!

    5 months ago