ASO’s 75th Anniversary Celebration Concert

August 6, 2018

ASO’s 75th Anniversary Celebration Concert Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 4pm Virginia Theological Seminary Campus 3737 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304 James Ross, conductor Copland: Outdoor Overture Rodgers & Hammerstein: […]

You’ve Got A Friend: A Singer-Songwriter Celebration

July 20, 2018

The American Pops Orchestra’s Season 4 Opener will be an evening of music by the greatest American singer-songwriters: James Taylor, Carol King, Joni, Mitchell, Joan Baez and more.

The Music Man Behind ‘Ain’t Too Proud’

July 10, 2018

One thing you can say about Harold Wheeler: he plays the piano. That’s a singular thing about a very singular man. But what Wheeler — who at various times is […]

Independence Day in the Nation’s Capital (photos)

July 5, 2018

After the 3rd U.S. Infantry Fife and Drum Corps performed, Abigail and John Adams, Ben Franklin, John Hancock, Thomas Jefferson and George Washington read the Declaration of Independence aloud.

Dumbarton at Dusk

June 29, 2018

July is the month of Janeites at Dumbarton House. Come for the opportunity to create your own Jane Austen inspired masterpiece, learn about what was going on in America during […]

Naturalization Ceremony on Flag Day Features Feliciano (photos)

June 18, 2018

Grammy Award-winning musician José Feliciano donated his Concerto Candelas guitar, built for him in 1967, and several other personal items to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.

Disney’s Broadway Hits Featuring Broadway Stars Live In Concert with Wolf Trap Orchestra

June 15, 2018

FIND TICKETS For over two decades, Disney has astonished millions worldwide with theatrical productions that both entertain and amaze. Now, in celebration of 20 years on Broadway, and in collaboration […]

Jake Owen with Chris Janson and Jordan Davis

June 3, 2018

Known for thrilling performances and a laid-back style, Jake Owen ascended to country stardom with smash hits including “Barefoot Blue Jean Night,” “Beachin’,” “Anywhere with You,” “Alone with You,” “The […]

Chamber Music Concert

June 1, 2018

Join us on Tuesday, June 12 for a FREE chamber music concert presented by the Friday Morning Music Club from 7:30pm – 9:00pm. Concerts are held in the museum’s Belle […]

John Prine with Margo Price


Two-time Grammy-winner John Prine is among America’s premier phrase-turners with songs like “Angel From Montgomery” and “In Spite of Ourselves.” The post-Dylan musician is “one of the most critically acclaimed […]