Washington D.C. boasts one of the more robust classical music scenes in the country: we’re expanding it even further, programming works of unusual sizes, some unexpected combinations, and several under-explored composers. Be sure to check our performance pages for information about our upcoming concerts in February 2025, as well as information about donating.

Our 2025 Festival: Maurice Ravel’s France

Our 2025 festival is dedicated to the French composer Maurice Ravel, whose 150th birthday falls in March, 2025. Perhaps best remembered for his ubiquitous Boléro, Ravel unique and fastidious approach to harmony, orchestration, and form embody a particular time and place unlike any other. Over three concerts at Westmoreland UCC, we will explore not only some of Ravel’s lesser known works, but also the composers who surrounded him, both the famous and lesser-known. These concerts will explore not only who Ravel was a composer, but what factors shaped the environment in which he lived and worked, including international influences, and the remarkable success of women composers in early 20th century France. We invite you to explore the 2025 festival by clicking below.