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Patriotism is taking the spotlight at the Kennedy Center in the nation's capital.

The National Symphony Orchestra will kick off every show in its 2025–2026 season by performing the national anthem in honor of America’s 250th birthday, Fox News Digital learned.

"The National Symphony should be playing the National Anthem," Kennedy Center President Ambassador Richard Grenell said in a statement to Fox News Digital.

KENNEDY CENTER BOARD MEMBER SAYS FAMILIES ARE 'WELCOME' AGAIN AS GALA BREAKS FUNDRAISING RECORDS

The new tradition for the season follows the Kennedy Center’s celebration of the National Symphony Orchestra’s 95th anniversary with a gala in September, which featured music director Gianandrea Noseda and works by

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