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FAMILY: MEET THE INSTRUMENTS

November 21 at 11:30 AM—Saturday morning—Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Come meet the instruments of the orchestra. You’ll have a blast learning who’s who in each instrument family. Michael Boudewyns will be your guide as you meet them all, from violin to tuba, piccolo to bassoon, and everyone in between. Danail Rachev Conductor Michael Boudewyns Host and Narrator Sara Valentine Host and Narrator Bridgette Gan Soprano—PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA DEBUT Carol Jantsch Tuba—PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA DEBUT Mozart Overture to The Marriage of Figaro Charpentier “Depuis le jour,” from Louise Britten The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra Kleinsinger Tubby the Tuba Tickets: $7-$46, 215.893.1999 or www.philorch.org. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11:30 AM. Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

BalletX

November 19-22 We open the third season as the resident dance company of The Wilma Theater with FALL SERIES 2009, an intriguing presentation of three dance premieres by three choreographers: ALEX KETLEY, an award-winning independent dance maker, a former member of San Francisco ballet, presents Silt, an exciting dance of extreme physicality exploring how personal ideas about oneself can get lost in the sweep of life. Silt is set to a music collage by Tar©JMB of the compositions by Chris Clark, Giovanni Pergolesi and Arvo Pärt. MEREDITH RAINEY, a former soloist of Pennsylvania Ballet, is bringing his passion and talents back to BalletX where he danced for the two last seasons. Rainey’s new work, They Break, is inspired by a Chris Armstrong painting called “Summerhead “ and is set to a contemporary cello piece World to Come by David Lang. “My goal is to have the audience feel,” says Rainey. “I want them to genuinely get in the piece, forget about the choreography and just watch and be in the moment.”… Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:00 PM. The Wilma Theater. For more info visit www.balletx.org.

Curtis Opera Theatre

Ari Pelto, conductor Emma Griffin, stage director STRAVINSKY The Rake’s Progress Beware of temptation: The devil’s twisted way with a young man’s idle wish triggers a wild journey to Bedlam. Curtis joins in Philadelphia’s celebration of Opera America’s National Opera Open House with a stunning production of Stravinsky’s dark moral tale. Fully staged production with the Curtis Symphony Orchestra, sung in the original English. Subscriptions for three Curtis Opera Theatre productions: $75; available from the Curtis Ticket Office at (215) 893-7902 or www.curtis.edu. Single tickets: $33; available from the Curtis Ticket Office at (215) 893-7902 or www.curtis.edu. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:30 PM. Prince Music Theater, 1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. For more info visit www.curtis.edu.

Jazz Up Close Celebrates Billie Holiday

Swing, Brother Swing FEATURING KURT ELLING With eight Grammy® nominations and the Prix Billie Holiday from the Academie du Jazz in Paris, Kurt Elling is a relevant, passionate and intellectual jazz interpreter. “In an era when bona fide jazz singers are in perilously short supply…Elling seems hellbent on rewriting the definition of what jazz singing is all about.” – Chicago Tribune. Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:30 PM. Perelman Theater. For more info visit www.kimmelcenter.org.

MAHLER’S SEVENTH SYMPHONY-Phila Orch

November 18 at 8:00 PM – Wednesday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 19 at 8:00 PM – Thursday evening – Carnegie Hall, New York November 20 at 2:00 PM – Friday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 21 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Maestro Eschenbach’s multi-season traversal of the Mahler symphonies comes to a close with the nocturnal Seventh, an elusive, freewheeling masterpiece too infrequently heard. Composed in 1904-05, it flanks a ghostly central scherzo with two ethereal slow movements called Nachtmusik (Night Music). Scored for a sizeable orchestra that includes mandolin and guitar, this harrowing symphonic journey contains some of the most scintillating instrumental effects of Mahler’s output, and it sports a boisterous finale that Mahler scholar Henri- Louis de La Grange called “the most insane, most ‘deviant’ and most provocative of all his final movemen… Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

BalletX

November 19-22 We open the third season as the resident dance company of The Wilma Theater with FALL SERIES 2009, an intriguing presentation of three dance premieres by three choreographers: ALEX KETLEY, an award-winning independent dance maker, a former member of San Francisco ballet, presents Silt, an exciting dance of extreme physicality exploring how personal ideas about oneself can get lost in the sweep of life. Silt is set to a music collage by Tar©JMB of the compositions by Chris Clark, Giovanni Pergolesi and Arvo Pärt. MEREDITH RAINEY, a former soloist of Pennsylvania Ballet, is bringing his passion and talents back to BalletX where he danced for the two last seasons. Rainey’s new work, They Break, is inspired by a Chris Armstrong painting called “Summerhead “ and is set to a contemporary cello piece World to Come by David Lang. “My goal is to have the audience feel,” says Rainey. “I want them to genuinely get in the piece, forget about the choreography and just watch and be in the moment.”… Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:00 PM. The Wilma Theater. For more info visit www.balletx.org.

Curtis Opera Theatre

Ari Pelto, conductor Emma Griffin, stage director STRAVINSKY The Rake’s Progress Beware of temptation: The devil’s twisted way with a young man’s idle wish triggers a wild journey to Bedlam. Curtis joins in Philadelphia’s celebration of Opera America’s National Opera Open House with a stunning production of Stravinsky’s dark moral tale. Fully staged production with the Curtis Symphony Orchestra, sung in the original English. Subscriptions for three Curtis Opera Theatre productions: $75; available from the Curtis Ticket Office at (215) 893-7902 or www.curtis.edu. Single tickets: $33; available from the Curtis Ticket Office at (215) 893-7902 or www.curtis.edu. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:30 PM. Prince Music Theater, 1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. For more info visit www.curtis.edu.

Alumni Recital Series: Juliette Kang and Friends

Juliette Kang, violin (’91) Christoph Eschenbach, piano (guest artist) Thomas Kraines, cello (’92) First associate concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Juliette Kang (’91) has appeared as a soloist with the San Francisco and Baltimore symphonies and l’Orchestre National de France, and was gold medalist of the 1994 International Violin Competition of Indianapolis. She is joined by Christoph Eschenbach and Thomas Kraines in works by Mozart, Schubert, and others. SCHUBERT Sonata in A minor, D. 385 MOZART Trio No. 3 in E major, K. 542 TOCH Divertimento, Op. 37 No. 1 BARTÓK Sonata for Solo Violin Subscriptions for four Alumni Recital Series performances: $95; available from the Curtis Ticket Office at (215) 893-7902 or www.curtis.edu. Single tickets: $28; available from the Curtis Ticket Office at (215) 893-7902 or www.curtis.edu. All artists donate their services, and proceeds benefit current Curtis students. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:00 PM. Field Concert Hall, Curtis Institute of Music, 1726 Locust Street, Philadelphia. For more info visit www.curtis.edu.

Anna Polonsky, piano

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society This young Russian pianist trained at Curtis and Juilliard under Peter Serkin and Jerome Lowenthal. Characterized by its “sweep, color and authority” (Philadelphia Inquirer), her playing has quickly endeared her to PCMS audiences. This intimate recital at the Fleisher is a great opportunity to see this up-and-coming young artist up close. Her program features works by Honegger, Schumann, Brahms and Debussy. Price: $16.50 215-569-8080 Honegger: Le Cahier Romand Schumann: Gesänge der Frühe, Op. 133 Brahms: Waltzes, Op. 39 Debussy: Images Oubliées Schumann: Intermezzi, Op. 4. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:00 PM. Fleisher Art Memorial 719 Catharine Street. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT-Phila Orch

CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT November 22 at 3:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Members of The Philadelphia Orchestra Amy J. Yang Piano Glinka Trio pathétique in D minor, for clarinet, bassoon, and piano Rossini Duetto in D major, for cello and double bass Schumann Piano Quartet in E-flat major, Op. 47 Beethoven Septet in E-flat major, Op. 20 Tickets: $19 -$30, 215.893.1999 or www.philorch.org. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:00 PM. Perelman Theater at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

SATORI

Guitar, clarinet, flute, violin, and cello Music of Debussy, Haydn, Telemann and more Free will offering Reception to follow Church office – 610-759-3090 John Arnold, guitar Deborah Andrus, clarinet Rebecca Brown, violin Deborah Davis, cello Nora Suggs, flute For more information call SATORI at 610-435-6036 or. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:00 PM. St. John’s Lutheran Church 200 S. Broad Street (Route 191N), Nazareth , PA. For more info visit www.satori-chambermusic.org.

VIRSKY UKRAINIAN NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY

The Virsky Ukrainian Dance Company has been thrilling audiences since 1937 with spectacular folk dances, colorful costumes and lively music. Cultural heritage is the moment when this spirited ensemble performs. “…Soaring high in the air in splits, careening around the stage in gravity-defying butterfly jumps and spinning like tops in the 18th-century equivalent of break dancing.” – New York Times. Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.kimmelcenter.org.

counter)induction

counter)induction plays the University of Pennsylvania Sunday, 8PM November 22, 2009 This concert is free! http://www.counterinduction.com c)i@ upenn brings the band back to its spawning grounds with some of the best music from their decade of exuberant performances and daring programming. Kyle Bartlett’s Bas Relief features a fast-moving, highly textured first movement counterpointed by an impossibly delicate, hovering second movement. Douglas Boyce’s Deixo | Sonata fully exploits the emotional and dialectical depths of the medium. Centauro Marino by Salvatore Sciarrino is an exquisite, hyperreal manipulation of timbre and harmony, while Eric Moe’s Dead Cat Bounce is a vivacious yet heartfelt statement about current times. Penn professor Anna Weesner’s Lift High, Reckon—Fly Low, Come Close traces the interaction of contrasting musical ideas as they grow and integrate one another. The performing members of counter)induction are Jessica Meyer (viola), Sumire Kudo (‘cello), and Benjamin Fingland… Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:00 PM. Amado Recital Hall of Irvine Auditorium 34th and Spruce Streets.

MOZART AND BRUCKNER- Phila Orch

November 27 at 8:00 PM – Friday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 28 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 29 at 2:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Is Bruckner’s Ninth really incomplete, or did the Austrian composer believe deep down inside that its three movements were enough? Even without a finale—he sketched one but never completed it—the Ninth is one of the most gigantic symphonies in history. The luminous slow movement with which it ends makes a statement so eloquent and complete that it’s hard to imagine how the composer could have topped it with a finale. Acclaimed Brucknerian Jaap van Zweden, a former concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra who became music director of the Dallas Symphony in 2008, plumbs its depths, while veteran Horacio Gutiérrez balances the evening with Mozart’s sunny F-major Piano Concerto from 1784. The Phila… Sunday, November 22, 2009, 8:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

MOZART AND BRUCKNER- Phila Orch

November 27 at 8:00 PM – Friday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 28 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 29 at 2:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Is Bruckner’s Ninth really incomplete, or did the Austrian composer believe deep down inside that its three movements were enough? Even without a finale—he sketched one but never completed it—the Ninth is one of the most gigantic symphonies in history. The luminous slow movement with which it ends makes a statement so eloquent and complete that it’s hard to imagine how the composer could have topped it with a finale. Acclaimed Brucknerian Jaap van Zweden, a former concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra who became music director of the Dallas Symphony in 2008, plumbs its depths, while veteran Horacio Gutiérrez balances the evening with Mozart’s sunny F-major Piano Concerto from 1784. The Phila… Monday, November 23, 2009, 8:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS

Times vary Get ready to discover a delightful new show that’s as fresh and rare as newly fallen snow! The classic holiday tradition White Christmas has come to the stage at last, as a brand new Irving Berlin musical opening at the Academy of Music this November. Brimming with such Berlin hits as “Blue Skies,” “How Deep is the Ocean?” and of course the unforgettable title song, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas tells the story of two showbiz buddies putting on a show in a magical Vermont inn, and finding their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever written, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas promises to be a merry and bright theatrical experience for the whole family! Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:00 PM. Academy of Music.

MOZART AND BRUCKNER- Phila Orch

November 27 at 8:00 PM – Friday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 28 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 29 at 2:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Is Bruckner’s Ninth really incomplete, or did the Austrian composer believe deep down inside that its three movements were enough? Even without a finale—he sketched one but never completed it—the Ninth is one of the most gigantic symphonies in history. The luminous slow movement with which it ends makes a statement so eloquent and complete that it’s hard to imagine how the composer could have topped it with a finale. Acclaimed Brucknerian Jaap van Zweden, a former concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra who became music director of the Dallas Symphony in 2008, plumbs its depths, while veteran Horacio Gutiérrez balances the evening with Mozart’s sunny F-major Piano Concerto from 1784. The Phila… Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 8:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

MOZART AND BRUCKNER- Phila Orch

November 27 at 8:00 PM – Friday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 28 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 29 at 2:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Is Bruckner’s Ninth really incomplete, or did the Austrian composer believe deep down inside that its three movements were enough? Even without a finale—he sketched one but never completed it—the Ninth is one of the most gigantic symphonies in history. The luminous slow movement with which it ends makes a statement so eloquent and complete that it’s hard to imagine how the composer could have topped it with a finale. Acclaimed Brucknerian Jaap van Zweden, a former concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra who became music director of the Dallas Symphony in 2008, plumbs its depths, while veteran Horacio Gutiérrez balances the evening with Mozart’s sunny F-major Piano Concerto from 1784. The Phila… Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 8:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

MOZART AND BRUCKNER- Phila Orch

November 27 at 8:00 PM – Friday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 28 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 29 at 2:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Is Bruckner’s Ninth really incomplete, or did the Austrian composer believe deep down inside that its three movements were enough? Even without a finale—he sketched one but never completed it—the Ninth is one of the most gigantic symphonies in history. The luminous slow movement with which it ends makes a statement so eloquent and complete that it’s hard to imagine how the composer could have topped it with a finale. Acclaimed Brucknerian Jaap van Zweden, a former concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra who became music director of the Dallas Symphony in 2008, plumbs its depths, while veteran Horacio Gutiérrez balances the evening with Mozart’s sunny F-major Piano Concerto from 1784. The Phila… Thursday, November 26, 2009, 8:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

MOZART AND BRUCKNER- Phila Orch

November 27 at 8:00 PM – Friday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 28 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 29 at 2:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Is Bruckner’s Ninth really incomplete, or did the Austrian composer believe deep down inside that its three movements were enough? Even without a finale—he sketched one but never completed it—the Ninth is one of the most gigantic symphonies in history. The luminous slow movement with which it ends makes a statement so eloquent and complete that it’s hard to imagine how the composer could have topped it with a finale. Acclaimed Brucknerian Jaap van Zweden, a former concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra who became music director of the Dallas Symphony in 2008, plumbs its depths, while veteran Horacio Gutiérrez balances the evening with Mozart’s sunny F-major Piano Concerto from 1784. The Phila… Friday, November 27, 2009, 8:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

MOZART AND BRUCKNER- Phila Orch

November 27 at 8:00 PM – Friday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 28 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 29 at 2:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Is Bruckner’s Ninth really incomplete, or did the Austrian composer believe deep down inside that its three movements were enough? Even without a finale—he sketched one but never completed it—the Ninth is one of the most gigantic symphonies in history. The luminous slow movement with which it ends makes a statement so eloquent and complete that it’s hard to imagine how the composer could have topped it with a finale. Acclaimed Brucknerian Jaap van Zweden, a former concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra who became music director of the Dallas Symphony in 2008, plumbs its depths, while veteran Horacio Gutiérrez balances the evening with Mozart’s sunny F-major Piano Concerto from 1784. The Phila… Saturday, November 28, 2009, 8:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

MOZART AND BRUCKNER- Phila Orch

November 27 at 8:00 PM – Friday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 28 at 8:00 PM – Saturday evening – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts November 29 at 2:00 PM – Sunday afternoon – Verizon Hall at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Is Bruckner’s Ninth really incomplete, or did the Austrian composer believe deep down inside that its three movements were enough? Even without a finale—he sketched one but never completed it—the Ninth is one of the most gigantic symphonies in history. The luminous slow movement with which it ends makes a statement so eloquent and complete that it’s hard to imagine how the composer could have topped it with a finale. Acclaimed Brucknerian Jaap van Zweden, a former concertmaster of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra who became music director of the Dallas Symphony in 2008, plumbs its depths, while veteran Horacio Gutiérrez balances the evening with Mozart’s sunny F-major Piano Concerto from 1784. The Phila… Sunday, November 29, 2009, 2:00 PM. Verizon Hall. For more info visit www.philorch.org.

Colin Balzer, tenor; Erika Switzer, piano

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 Canadian tenor Colin Balzer is known for his "firm, free, vibrant sound and amazing command" (Vancouver Sun). His program with pianist Erika Switzer includes songs by Haydn and Britten and lieder by Schubert and Wolf. Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. American Philosophical Society, Benjamin Franklin Hall 427 Chestnut Street. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

Mendelssohn Quartet

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 Over three decades, the Mendelssohn Quartet has established a reputation as one of the most vital quartets of its generation. Don't miss their final area appearance which features a program of Bartok, Beethoven and Mendelssohn. Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 8:00 PM. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center Broad and Spruce Streets. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

RENAISSANCE NOEL

Vox Renaissance Consort, Valentin Radu, Conductor Period Costume Chorus & Baroque Instruments Multiple Dates & Venues: Tickets: $25 General Admission / $20 Senior / $10 Student available online, by phone (or at the door subject to availability). For tickets, group sales and information: www.VoxAmaDeus.org or 610-688-2800. B.) When: Sunday, December 6 at 5:00 PM Where: St. Katharine of Siena Church (104 South Aberdeen Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087) Tickets: Donation at the Door Requested. No Tickets Required. C.) When: Saturday, December 12 at 7:30 PM Where: Old St. Joseph’s Church (321 Willings Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106) Tickets: $25 General Admission / $20 Senior / $10 Student available online, by phone (or at the door subject to availability). For tickets, group sales and information: www.VoxAmaDeus.org or 610-688-2800. Instruments: Gwyn Roberts (recorder) Daniel Boring (theorbo) Vivian Barton Dozor (cello) Bronwyn Fix-Keller (harpsichord) Description: This year, our annual… Friday, December 4, 2009, 7:30 PM. The Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Chestnut Hill (8000 St. Martin’s Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118). For more info visit www.voxamadeus.org.

Curtis Chamber Orchestra

Mischa Santora, conductor; Sarah Kwak, violin; For a Baltacigil, double bass Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 Conductor Mischa Santora leads the Curtis Chamber Orchestra in a program of Brahms, Bottesini and Stravinsky. Two recent Curtis graduates - Sarah Kwak, violin, and Fora Baltacigil - will join them as soloists. Friday, December 4, 2009, 8:00 PM. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center Broad and Spruce Streets. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

Pan-flute legend Gheorghe Zamfir

Pan-flute legend Gheorghe Zamfir performs with the Lehigh University Philharmonic Orchestra in a fund raiser concert for one-night only on Saturday, December 5 Zamfir only U.S. performance will highlight songs from his Hollywood career for Philharmonic fundraiser. It promises to be a wonderful night featuring the soulful pan flute! The Lehigh University Philharmonic Orchestra and director Eugene Albulescu are excited to present pan-flute legend Gheorghe Zamfir in his only U.S. appearance on Saturday, December 5 at 8 pm. Tickets are $25 which is a fundraiser for the Philharmonic’s upcoming trip to Europe and are available from zoellnerartscenter.org, or by calling the Zoellner Ticket Services at 610 758-2787. Guest soloist Zamfir, the “King of the Pan Flute,” whose haunting pan flute performances have been featured on countless motion picture soundtracks, including “The Karate Kid” and “Kill Bill,” will perform his own original concerto for pan flute and orchestra, as well as many well-loved light… Saturday, December 5, 2009, 7:00 PM. Zoellner Arts Center Lehigh University. For more info visit www.zoellnerartscenter.org.

OUBLIETTE ENSEMBLE

Music for myths, fairy-tales, and scary-tales. "Seriously pretty (though somewhat twisted) folk/classical airs." – Philadelphia Daily News THE FACTORYE Music from the wells "Alternating between warm, embracing vibrato and shear, chilly sustain... a soulful performance, composed and somber, but not without brief levity" – Phrequency 215-729-1028 The Oubliette Ensemble has been working their magic spell on Philadelphia since 2001 with their original music and interpretations of medieval, Renaissance, middle-eastern, and otherwise ancient music. If it sounds like it was written before 1700, they’ll play it–on voices and recorders, cello, violin, mandolin, percussion, harp and accordion. They like nothing better than to look out and see their audience put aside their courtly ways and dance around like mad faeries. Members: Melissa Santangelo, Cynthia James, Jim Kydonieus, Jessica Marcus, Tony Cesa. Aimee Wilson is lead vocalist and guitar player for The Factorye, a band of… Saturday, December 5, 2009, 7:30 PM. Crossroads Music 48th and Baltimore Ave. (in Calvary United Methodist Church), Philadelphia. For more info visit www.crossroadsconcerts.org.

Grand Opera Choruses

On Sunday, December 6th at 3 pm the 130-voice HAVERFORD-BYRN MAWR CHORALE AND CHAMBER ORCHESTRA, directed by Thomas Lloyd, will perform Grand Opera Choruses in Roberts Hall, Marshall Auditorium. This concert is free and open to the public. For more information (610) 896-1011. Sunday, December 6, 2009, 3:00 PM. Roberts Hall, Marshall Auditorium. For more info visit www.haverford.edu.

Kashkashian-Schulkowsky- Mansurian

Kim Kashkashian, viola; Robyn Schulkowsky, percussion; Tigran Mansurian, piano Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 The Kashkashian/Schulkowsky duo is an enduring and original chamber music group. Mansurian will make his own unique contribution to this concert, both as pianist and vocalist in his own arrangements of Armenian folk songs. Sunday, December 6, 2009, 3:00 PM. Settlement Music School 416 Queen Street. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

A HOLIDAY CONCERT FEATURING

The Philadelphia Chorus, a 50-voice ensemble, under the artistic direction of Raquel García, will perform Rheinberger’s Der Stern von Bethlehem and Poulenc’s Motets as well as other holiday music. TICKETS: $24 at the door; $20 seniors, students and in advance INFO: (610) 352-3565 www.philachamberchorus.org. Sunday, December 6, 2009, 4:00 PM. Church of the Holy Trinity 19th and Walnut Streets on Rittenhouse Square. For more info visit www.philachamberchorus.org.

The Philadelphia Chorus

The dignified and melodious sounds of Der Stern von Bethlehem recall the deepest meaning of Christmas with simplicity and sincerity and is evocative of our favorite holiday traditions. Considered one of his “forgotten” compositions, Rheinberger’s cantata was based on his wife’s writings on the Gospels of Mark and Luke, which he wove into a spacious cantata for choir and soloists. The piece in its entirety depicts the birth of Christ, moving from movement one as all of nature waits expectantly for His arrival through to movement seven where the men’s voices in the chorus personify the Magi as they sing of their gifts and what those offerings symbolize. The Quatre Motets pour un temps de Noël, composed in the early 1950’s after a reawakening of Poulenc’s Catholic faith, are small music miniatures, like facetted jewels. Superficially they sound modern in their unexpected chord changes and discords, but they are rooted in the early and Renaissance music of Monteverdi and Palestrina. The chorus also pe… Sunday, December 6, 2009, 4:00 PM. Church of the Holy Trinity 19th and Walnut Streets on Rittenhouse Square.

RENAISSANCE NOEL

Vox Renaissance Consort, Valentin Radu, Conductor Period Costume Chorus & Baroque Instruments Multiple Dates & Venues: Donation at the Door Requested. No Tickets Required. C.) When: Saturday, December 12 at 7:30 PM Where: Old St. Joseph’s Church (321 Willings Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106) Tickets: $25 General Admission / $20 Senior / $10 Student available online, by phone (or at the door subject to availability). For tickets, group sales and information: www.VoxAmaDeus.org or 610-688-2800. Instruments: Gwyn Roberts (recorder) Daniel Boring (theorbo) Vivian Barton Dozor (cello) Bronwyn Fix-Keller (harpsichord) Description: This year, our annual Christmas concert of motets and carols celebrates the Renaissance musical traditions of England, France, Italy, Germany and Romania, with gems for single and double chorus, solo voices and instruments. Come and be merry! Recorded for release on the Lyrichord label. (Running Time: 75 Minutes – No intermission). Extended Listing: Vox Ama Deus… Sunday, December 6, 2009, 5:00 PM. St. Katharine of Siena Church (104 South Aberdeen Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087). For more info visit www.voxamadeus.org.

Network for New Music Ensemble

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society Leon Fleisher, conductor 215-569-8080 The eminent Leon Fleisher leads this premier new music ensemble in a concert of 20th century masterworks. Pieces by Stravinsky, Hindemith and Ligeti highlight a program that is not to be missed. Monday, December 7, 2009, 8:00 PM. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center Broad and Spruce Streets. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

Peter Serkin, piano

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 Peter Serkin has long been recognized as an artist of passion and integrity. The son of Marlboro Festival founder Rudolf Serkin, he is equally known for his interpretations of 20th century music and for his facility with Beethoven and other titans of the classical repertoire. Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 8:00 PM. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center Broad and Spruce Streets. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

Student Recital Series

Wednesday, December 9 at 8 p.m. Music by Curtis Student Composers Free; no tickets required. Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 8:00 PM. Field Concert Hall, Curtis Institute of Music, 1726 Locust Street, Philadelphia. For more info visit www.curtis.edu.

The Little Match Girl"

On Thursday, December 10th at 8 pm, the CHAMBER SINGERS OF HAVERFORD AND BRYN MAWR COLLEGES will perform their Annual Holiday Concert featuring the Philadelphia premiere of David Lang's "The Little Match Girl" along with their traditional holiday carols. This event will be held in Founders Great Hall and is free and open to the public. For more information (610) 896-1011 or http://www.haverford.edu/music/events. Thursday, December 10, 2009, 8:00 PM. Founders Great Hall. For more info visit www.haverford.edu.

HANDEL’S MESSIAH

Soloists, Chorus & Baroque Instrument Orchestra Multiple Dates & Venues: B.) When: Sunday, December 13 at 4:00 PM Where: Daylesford Abbey (220 South Valley Road, Paoli, PA 19301) Tickets: $25 General Admission / $20 Senior / $10 Student available online, by phone (or at the door subject to availability). For tickets, group sales and information: www.VoxAmaDeus.org or 610-688-2800. Soloists: Kemper Florin (soprano) Tatyana Rashkovsky (alto) Timothy Bentch (tenor) Ed Bara (bass) Description: A Philadelphia tradition! The 1749 Covent Garden version performed on original Baroque instruments, a spectacular panorama of sound, poetry and emotion, Handel’s Messiah celebrates the Story of the Season. Bright trumpets, grand voices of choristers and dazzling soloists stir, awaken, excite and uplift. From haunting shepherd melodies to the great “Hallelujah Chorus” this is Christmas at its best. Sparkling, entertaining and joyous! (Running Time: 2 Hours 45 Minutes including one intermission).… Friday, December 11, 2009, 7:00 PM. Church of the Holy Trinity (Rittenhouse Square,19th & Walnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19103). For more info visit www.voxamadeus.org.

Trio Cavatina

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 Formed in 2005 at the Marlboro Music Festival, Trio Cavatina has quickly emerged as one of today's top young trios. Their PCMS debut includes the Philadelphia premiere of Donald Martino's trio as well as works by Schumann and Brahms. Friday, December 11, 2009, 8:00 PM. Fleisher Art Memorial 719 Catharine Street. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

THe Festive Flutes Holiday Program

Holiday Program 2:00 pm Information: (732) 222-3900 http://. Saturday, December 12, 2009, 2:00 PM. Long Branch Public Library 328 Broadway Long Branch, NJ. For more info visit www.festiveflutes.com.

Christmas on Logan Square

The Philadelphia Singers presents its beloved “Christmas on Logan Square” concerts on Saturday, December 12 and December 19 at 5:00pm at Philadelphia’s St. Clement’s Church on 20th and Cherry Streets. This year’s program features Jennifer Higdon’s ethereal O Magnum Mysterium scored for chorus, flutes, crystal glasses and chimes. The Philadelphia Singers commissioned this work and gave the world premiere in 2002. The centerpiece of the concert is Ottorino Resphighi’s (1879-1936) pastoral Lauda per la Natività del Signore (Laud to the Nativity). Resphighi, whose music was often referred to as “new old-music” combines elements of madrigals, fugue and Monteverdi-influenced vocal style in this seldom performed work scored for chorus, wind ensemble, piano and vocal soloists. The concert which begins with a candlelight procession will conclude with an audience carol sing. Saturday, December 12, 2009, 5:00 PM. Philadelphia’s St. Clement’s Church on 20th and Cherry Streets. For more info visit www.philadelphiasingers.org.

RENAISSANCE NOEL

Vox Renaissance Consort, Valentin Radu, Conductor Period Costume Chorus & Baroque Instruments Tickets: $25 General Admission / $20 Senior / $10 Student available online, by phone (or at the door subject to availability). For tickets, group sales and information: www.VoxAmaDeus.org or 610-688-2800. Instruments: Gwyn Roberts (recorder) Daniel Boring (theorbo) Vivian Barton Dozor (cello) Bronwyn Fix-Keller (harpsichord) Description: This year, our annual Christmas concert of motets and carols celebrates the Renaissance musical traditions of England, France, Italy, Germany and Romania, with gems for single and double chorus, solo voices and instruments. Come and be merry! Recorded for release on the Lyrichord label. (Running Time: 75 Minutes – No intermission). Extended Listing: Vox Ama Deus (Valentin Radu, Artistic Director and Conductor) presents Vox Renaissance Consort (Period Costume Chorus & Baroque Instruments) performing RENAISSANCE NOEL in three performances & venues: Friday, Dec… Saturday, December 12, 2009, 7:30 PM. Old St. Joseph’s Church (321 Willings Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106). For more info visit www.voxamadeus.org.

Duo Parisienne,

The German Society of Pennsylvania will present at 3:00 p.m.on Sunday, 13 December 2009, at the Featuring Nancy Bean, formerly Assistant Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, and her orchestra colleague, harpist Anne Sullivan, the program will include works by Schubert, Vivaldi, Bach, V. Williams, as well as L'Histoire du Tango of Piazzolla. Tickets are $20.00, and may be purchased in advance by calling 215-627-2332, or purchased at the door. A reception will follow the concert in the Society's Ratskeller, to which all members of the audience are invited at no additional cost, which will provide an opportunity to meet the musicians. For more information about the German Society, visit the Society's website at . Sunday, December 13, 2009, 3:00 PM. German Society, 611 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia. For more info visit www.germansociety.org.

McGill, clarinet; l Tree, viola; Polonsky, piano

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 As part of President Obama's inaugural ensemble, Anthony McGill has become even more recognizable as one of the top wind players of his generation. For this special Sunday afternoon concert, he'll be joined by veteran violist Michael Tree and up-and-coming pianist Anna Polonsky in a program of works by Mozart, Brahms, Schumann and Bartok. Sunday, December 13, 2009, 3:00 PM. American Philosophical Society, Benjamin Franklin Hall 427 Chestnut Street. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

Student Recital Series

Sunday, December 13 at 3 p.m. Vocal Studies Department Recital Free; no tickets required. Sunday, December 13, 2009, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Field Concert Hall, Curtis Institute of Music, 1726 Locust Street, Philadelphia. For more info visit www.curtis.edu.

HANDEL’S MESSIAH

Who: Ama Deus Ensemble, Valentin Radu, Conductor What: Soloists, Chorus & Baroque Instrument Orchestra Tickets: $25 General Admission / $20 Senior / $10 Student available online, by phone (or at the door subject to availability). For tickets, group sales and information: www.VoxAmaDeus.org or 610-688-2800. Soloists: Kemper Florin (soprano) Tatyana Rashkovsky (alto) Timothy Bentch (tenor) Ed Bara (bass) Description: A Philadelphia tradition! The 1749 Covent Garden version performed on original Baroque instruments, a spectacular panorama of sound, poetry and emotion, Handel’s Messiah celebrates the Story of the Season. Bright trumpets, grand voices of choristers and dazzling soloists stir, awaken, excite and uplift. From haunting shepherd melodies to the great “Hallelujah Chorus” this is Christmas at its best. Sparkling, entertaining and joyous! (Running Time: 2 Hours 45 Minutes including one intermission). Extended Listing: Vox Ama Deus (Valentin Radu, Artistic Director and Conductor) pres… Sunday, December 13, 2009, 4:00 PM. Daylesford Abbey (220 South Valley Road, Paoli, PA 19301). For more info visit www.voxamadeus.org.

Annia Haslam -'Spirit of the Holidays.'

We plan to give you an evening of some 'Renaissance' classics (in case you missed the very successful tour we just finished) and songs in the 'Spirit of the Holidays.' The beautiful and talented Lizanne Knott, will be starting off the evening's entertainment. Thursday, December 17, 2009, 7:00 PM. The Sellersville Theater. For more info visit www.st94.com.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Friday, December 18, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

Anonymous 4

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 Anonymous 4's annual concert at St. Mark's Church is a holiday favorite and one of the most eagerly anticipated special events of the season. Renowned for their unearthly vocal blend and unmatched medieval repertoire, the group presents its ever-popular mix of carols, ballads and songs of old America. Friday, December 18, 2009, 8:00 PM. St. Mark’s Church 1625 Locust Street. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

Christmas on Logan Square

The Philadelphia Singers presents its beloved “Christmas on Logan Square” concerts on Saturday, December 12 and December 19 at 5:00pm at Philadelphia’s St. Clement’s Church on 20th and Cherry Streets. This year’s program features Jennifer Higdon’s ethereal O Magnum Mysterium scored for chorus, flutes, crystal glasses and chimes. The Philadelphia Singers commissioned this work and gave the world premiere in 2002. The centerpiece of the concert is Ottorino Resphighi’s (1879-1936) pastoral Lauda per la Natività del Signore (Laud to the Nativity). Resphighi, whose music was often referred to as “new old-music” combines elements of madrigals, fugue and Monteverdi-influenced vocal style in this seldom performed work scored for chorus, wind ensemble, piano and vocal soloists. The concert which begins with a candlelight procession will conclude with an audience carol sing. Saturday, December 19, 2009, 5:00 PM. Philadelphia’s St. Clement’s Church on 20th and Cherry Streets. For more info visit www.philadelphiasingers.org.

BAROQUE CHRISTMAS

Camerata Ama Deus, Valentin Radu, Conductor Soloists & Baroque Instrument Orchestra Multiple Dates & Venues: When: Sunday, December 20 at 4:00 PM Where: Thomas Great Hall, Bryn Mawr College (256 North Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010) Tickets: $25 General Admission / $20 Senior / $10 Student available online, by phone (or at the door subject to availability). For tickets, group sales and information: www.VoxAmaDeus.org or 610-688-2800. Program: Pachelbel: Canon and Gigue Corelli: Christmas Concerto Grosso Op. 6/8 in g minor Manfredini: Concerto Grosso Op. 3/12 Clarke: Suite for Trumpet in D Purcell: Sonata for Trumpet in D Torelli: Sinfonia con Tromba D. Scarlatti: Triple Concerto for two violins and cello in G Soloists: Elin Frazier (trumpet) Vivian Barton Dozor (cello) Robert Spates and Linda Kistler (violins) Description: This joyful sampler of baroque orchestral masterpieces, including works by lesser known Italian and English composers, will inspire and delight… Saturday, December 19, 2009, 7:30 PM. St. Paul’s Church, Chestnut Hill (22 East Chestnut Hill Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118). For more info visit www.voxamadeus.org.

KYO DAIKO

Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 7:30 pm Japanese taiko drumming “An explosion of sound, matched by uniform choreographed movements, creating an avalanche of sight & sound.” – Philadelphia Weekly UNIDOS DA FILADELFIA Pulse-pounding Brazilian samba Community samba school spreading the joy & excitement of Brazilian percussion through music education and performan. Saturday, December 19, 2009, 7:30 PM. Calvary United Methodist Church Crossroads Music 801 South 48th Street Philadelphia, PA 19143. For more info visit www.crossroadsconcerts.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 and under $10, Family Pass $45. Advance sale: $3 off each ticket. NJ Pass Holders: 25% discount. All tickets can be bought online at http://www.voiceschorale.org/, ordered by leaving a message at 609-637-9383, or pu… Saturday, December 19, 2009, 8:00 PM. St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

Bolcom & Morris

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 Husband and wife duo William Bolcom and Joan Morris have been enrapturing PCMS audiences season after season with classic performances straight from the American songbook. The Chicago Sun Times praises the couple as 'the best thing to happen to American popular song since the invention of sheet music,' a sentiment with which our audiences would surely agree. Saturday, December 19, 2009, 8:00 PM. Curtis Institute of Music 1726 Locust Street. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

Tempesta di Mare

Tempesta di Mare Saturday, December 19 at , St Martin-in-the-Fields Church, Chestnut Hill Sunday, December 20 at 3:30 pm, Old St Joseph’s Church, Philadelphia “Open Doors” Free Admission – donations welcome, registration required. Harpsichord solo: Adam Pearl; Recorder solo: Gwyn Roberts; Lute solo: Richard Stone. Saturday, December 19, 2009, 8:00 PM. St Martin-in-the-Fields, 8000 St. Martin’s Lane, Chestnut Hill, PA. For more info visit www.tempestadimare.org.

Tempesta di Mare

Tempesta di Mare Saturday, December 19 at , St Martin-in-the-Fields Church, Chestnut Hill Sunday, December 20 at 3:30 pm, Old St Joseph’s Church, Philadelphia “Open Doors” Free Admission – donations welcome, registration required. Harpsichord solo: Adam Pearl; Recorder solo: Gwyn Roberts; Lute solo: Richard Stone. Sunday, December 20, 2009, 3:30 PM. St Martin-in-the-Fields, 8000 St. Martin’s Lane, Chestnut Hill, PA. For more info visit www.tempestadimare.org.

BAROQUE CHRISTMAS

Camerata Ama Deus, Valentin Radu, Conductor Soloists & Baroque Instrument Orchestra Tickets: $25 General Admission / $20 Senior / $10 Student available online, by phone (or at the door subject to availability). For tickets, group sales and information: www.VoxAmaDeus.org or 610-688-2800. Program: Pachelbel: Canon and Gigue Corelli: Christmas Concerto Grosso Op. 6/8 in g minor Manfredini: Concerto Grosso Op. 3/12 Clarke: Suite for Trumpet in D Purcell: Sonata for Trumpet in D Torelli: Sinfonia con Tromba D. Scarlatti: Triple Concerto for two violins and cello in G Soloists: Elin Frazier (trumpet) Vivian Barton Dozor (cello) Robert Spates and Linda Kistler (violins) Description: This joyful sampler of baroque orchestral masterpieces, including works by lesser known Italian and English composers, will inspire and delight you with its sparkling virtuosity. Come and be amazed! (Running Time: 90 Minutes – No intermission). Extended Listing: Vox Ama Deus (Valentin Radu, Artistic D… Sunday, December 20, 2009, 4:00 PM. Thomas Great Hall, Bryn Mawr College (256 North Merion Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010). For more info visit www.voxamadeus.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Sunday, December 20, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Monday, December 21, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Tuesday, December 22, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Wednesday, December 23, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Thursday, December 24, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Friday, December 25, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Saturday, December 26, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Sunday, December 27, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Monday, December 28, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Tuesday, December 29, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Wednesday, December 30, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Thursday, December 31, 2009, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Friday, January 1, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Saturday, January 2, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Sunday, January 3, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Monday, January 4, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Tuesday, January 5, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Wednesday, January 6, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Thursday, January 7, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Friday, January 8, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Saturday, January 9, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Sunday, January 10, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Monday, January 11, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

Marc-André Hamelin, piano

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 One of the most adventurous pianists of his time, Montréal native Marc-Andre Hamelin is internationally renowned for his musical virtuosity and refined pianism. In his return to Philadelphia, Hamelin presents a program featuring his own Etudes and works by Debussy, Berg and Liszt. Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 8:00 PM. Perelman Theater, Kimmel Center Broad and Spruce Streets. For more info visit www.pcmsconcerts.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Thursday, January 14, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

“AN AMERICAN HOLIDAY,” VOICES Chorale

Under the direction of Dr. Lyn Ransom, the 65 auditioned singers of VOICES Chorale present a festive concert of outstanding Christmas music from various periods of American history as well as contemporary arrangements by American composers. . Friday, December 18, 2009, at 8 p.m. at (with silent auction) . Saturday, December 19, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul R.C. Roman Catholic Church 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ The featured work is Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest for Chorus, Harp, Guitar and Marimba. Also on the program are three works first heard in the 1700’s, as well as a group of songs from classic American holiday films. The chamber group Sotto Voce sings music of Charles Ives, Eric Whitacre, and local composer Kenneth K. Guilmartin. With featured soloist Rochelle Ellis, soprano, James Day, guitar, Bill Trigg, marimba and vibraphone, and Elaine Christie, harp. Tickets: General Admission $18; Children 12 an… Friday, January 15, 2010, 8:00 PM. Pennington Presbyterian Church 13 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ. For more info visit www.voiceschorale.org.

Brentano Quartet

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society 215-569-8080 The Brentano String Quartet has been singled out for its technical brilliance, musical insight and stylistic elegance. In their PCMS return, they'll perform a Philadelphia premiere by Stephen Hartke alongside classics by Beethoven and Schubert. Friday, January 15, 2010, 8:00 PM. Independence Seaport Museum 211 S. Columbus Blvd. For more info visit