Vermont Symphony Orchestra to Perform Holiday Concert, 12/17

The Vermont Symphony Orchestra will present its annual holiday concerts bringing festive cheer to communities around the state. The Orchestra with the Vermont Symphony Orchestra Chorus directed by José Daniel Flores-Caraballo, will present three Holiday Pops concerts in Barre, Burlington and Rutland. A quintet made up of members of the VSO brass section pairs with the beloved Counterpoint Chorus. They will perform in six communties throughout Vermont.

The Vermont Symphony Orchestra in its 80th year, embarks on a joyful journey. Two sleigh rides, a skating party, and a sojourn through the Twelve Days of Christmas (cleverly adapted to various musical styles) are part of our holiday journey with the Vermont Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. "Lightning Galop," a fanfare by Burlington composer T.L. Read, starts us off at a festive clip. Excerpts from Messiah and the Nutcracker are along the way, as are shepherds, traditional carols, a singalong, and a celestial harp.

Holiday Pops performances are Friday, December 12, 7:30 pm at the Barre Opera House; Saturday, December 13, 7:30 pm at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts in Burlington; and Sunday, December 14, 3:00 pm at the Paramount Theatre in Rutland (the first of three concerts in the Sunday Matinee Series.)

Counterpoint Chorus joins the VSO Brass Quintet for another heart-warming celebration of the holiday season. Nathaniel Lew conducts this program which includes holiday delights such as Noel Canadien, a virtuoso medley of French Canadian carols for the combined groups. Traditional favorites include arrangements of Sleigh Ride and Ding Dong Merrily on High. Mark your calendars so you don't miss out on this seasonal treat-a perfect blend of brass, voices, and good cheer.

VSO Brass Quintet/Counterpoint performances are Wednesday, December 17, 7:30 pm, Warren Church; Thursday, December 18, North Church, St. Johnsbury; 7:30 pm, Friday December 19, 7:30 pm, Jay Peak Resort; Saturday, December 20, 5:00 pm, The White Church, Grafton; Sunday, December 21, 4:00 pm, First Congregational Church, Manchester; and Monday, December 22, 7:00 pm, Congregational Church, Brandon.

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