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December 2024

Thursday, December 12–7:00

Rochester Community Band–Byron High School Performing Arts Center–Free

1887 2nd Ave NW, Byron, MN

Holiday Concert. Come join the Band for a delightful evening of music. The concert is performed by music lovers from all walks of life and ages. RCB will be directed by Anthony Boldt. Selections include an arrangement of “Sleigh Ride” and “A Christmas Festival.” Bring the whole family and enjoy the music. This is a wonderful time to wear your ugly sweater. www.rochestercommunityband.org

Friday, December 13—7:00 p.m.

Cantus—Zumbro Lutheran Church—$5, $36

Christmas with Cantus: Lessons and Carols for Our Time offers a modern reinterpretation of a timeless tradition. Blending poetry with sacred and secular song, low-voice ensemble Cantus reimagines the beloved format of Lessons and Carols made famous by the Choir of King’s College at the University of Cambridge.

Friday, December 13—7:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 14—7:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 15—3:00 p.m.

Choral Arts Ensemble—Assisi Heights–$35, $15, $10

A Mother’s Joy—Christmas at Assisi Returns.  Choral Arts Ensemble is elated to return to the beautiful Lourdes Chapel at Assisi Heights for the popular Christmas at Assisi concerts. This year’s holiday concert will feature Christmas favorites mixed with selections exploring themes of new life, motherhood, and caretaking.  https://www.choralartsensemble.org/

Tuesday, December 17—10:00 a.m.

Resounding Voices—Calvary E. Free Church—Free

Holiday Sing Along. Join Resounding Voices and get into the Christmas spirit with our annual Holiday Sing Along. Sing popular Christmas carols and enjoy special readings and performances. Everyone is welcome. Lyrics are provided!

Saturday, December 21—7:30 p.m.

Rochester Symphony—Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall—$37, $23, $6

Sounds of the Season. This festive concert weaves together a rich tapestry of holiday favorites, such as selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker with a jazz-infused twist, popular Christmas songs, classic carols, and of course, Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride.  Join the orchestra for an audience sing-along, and celebrate with music the whole family will enjoy.

Sunday, December 22—7:00 p.m.

Rochester Pops Orchestra—Bethel Lutheran Church—Free, $5, $10, $12

Merry Christmas, With Love…  The Christmas tree has never looked so good, the fire is burning bright…all we need now is two stellar vocalists and an orchestra unlike any other! You are personally invited to join the RPO with guest vocalists: Tom Overlie and Caroline Worra as we take you on a holiday journey you’ll never forget.   https://rochesterpops.com/buy-tickets/

January 2025

Saturday, January 18th – 2:00 p.m.

St. Olaf Choir – Bethel Lutheran Church – $35 general admission, $10 for all students

The St. Olaf Choir is internationally renowned for its unique combination of advanced choral singing and the presentation of challenging choral programming with a vast repertoire that includes sacred and secular choral standards, traditional hymns, new compositions, spirituals, and more.  Ticketing Link

Friday, January 24 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

John Sievers and Friends – Christ United Methodist Church – free

Listen & Learn

February 2025

Sunday, February 2 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. – free

Ensemble Fioratura – Zumbro Lutheran Church

Listen & Learn – Chamber Trio

March 2025

Friday, March 28 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Thi Lalum – Christ United Methodist Church – free

Listen & Learn – Traditional Vietnamese Music and Instruments

April 2025

Friday, April 25 – 12:00 pm. to 1:00 p.m.

Dan Schwartz – Christ United Methodist Church – free

Listen & Learn – Fingerstyle Guitarist

May 2025

Friday, May 9 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Cléa Galhano & Rene Izquierdo – Zumbro Lutheran Church – free

Listen & Learn – Recorder and Guitar Duo