Young Artists Showcase

Encore: Pianist Julian Jenson

Julian Jenson joins host Simone Dinnerstein in the studio for a program of Mozart, Chopin, Beethoven and more. Mar 5, 2025

Encore: In-Studio with Miriam K. Smith

17-year-old cellist Miriam K. Smith joins host Alexa Smith in the studio. She plays music from Boccherini, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, Borodin, and more. Feb 26, 2025

World Premieres from the Sounds of Us Festival Part 2

In the conclusion of this 2-part series, host Alexa Smith features student composers from the 2024 Sounds of Us festival at The Kennedy Center. Feb 19, 2025

World Premieres from the Sounds of Us Festival Part 1

In part 1 of this 2-part series, host Alexa Smith features student composers from The Juilliard School’s Preparatory Division from the 2024 Sounds of Us festival at The Kennedy Center. Feb 12, 2025

New Music USA Presents Two Young Composers

Host Lee Koonce features two young composers brought to the Showcase in partnership with New Music USA. You’ll hear original compositions by Elise Arancio and Raquel Acevedo Klein. Feb 5, 2025

Encore: Duncan Williams Voice Competition 2023 Finalists

Host Alexa Smith shares performances by finalists in the Inaugural Duncan Williams Voice Competition. Jan 29, 2025

Salon de Virtuosi 2024 Career Grant Winners Part 2

Host Emi Ferguson returns with more winners of the Salon de Virtuosi 2024 Career Grants, pianist Juhee Lim and the Renaissance Quartet. Jan 22, 2025

Salon de Virtuosi 2024 Career Grant Winners Part 1

Host Emi Ferguson presents the winners of the Salon de Virtuosi 2024 Career Grants, starting with violist Emad Zolfaghari, soprano Milena Mannochia, and violinist James Birch. Jan 15, 2025