Featured Artists
Enrico Lopez-Yañez
Jana McIntyre
Mendelssohn Chorus of Philadelphia
Dominick DiOrio
Since the iconic Philadelphia Orchestra recording led by Eugene Ormandy was released in 1962, these joyous concerts have become an annual tradition treasured by fans. Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez brings a lively energy to the proceedings, which just may feature a visit from you-know-who!
FREE Pre-Concert Event
December 18, 6:00 PM
Arrive to the Kimmel Center early for a special Winter Recital featuring KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School's student musicians. Hear holiday performances by the Honors Orchestra and Concert Band before your concert.
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Program
Mason
“Joy to the World”
Mendelssohn
“Hark! the Herald Angels Sing”
Rimsky-Korsakov
Polonaise, from Christmas Eve
Traditional
“O Come, O Come Emmanuel”
Traditional
A Musicological Journey Through the Twelve Days of Christmas
Naughtin
A Visit from Saint Nicholas
Wade
“O Come, All Ye Faithful”
Traditional
“Deck the Halls”
Traditional
“God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen”
Various
Christmas Suite
Tovey
“The Rittenhouse Carol”
Various
“Susanna's Christmas Secret”
Hopkins, Jr.
“We Three Kings”
Anderson
Sleigh Ride
Traditional
“I Saw Three Ships”
Adam
“O Holy Night”
Approximate Duration
includes intermission
