1. Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas with Vanessa Williams
In collaboration with the Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation, the American Pops Orchestra presents an evening celebrating the entire iconic album of holiday classics. This 60-minute performance stars host and vocalist Vanessa Williams with appearances by Dee Dee Bridgewater, Norm Lewis, Carmen Ruby Floyd, Nova Payton, Dave Detwiler and Morgan James.
2. Pasquale Esposito: In the Spirit of Christmas
Celebrate the holiday season with the Italian-American tenor in a stunning concert from Naples. Dazzling the audience with a delightful presentation of music and dance, Pasquale also performs with special guests Friar Alessandro and pop star Sal Da Vinci. Featuring holiday favorites including “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “White Christmas” and “Let It Snow.”
3. In Performance at the White House: Spirit of the Season
This dazzling music special celebrates the holidays and highlights the seasonal décor at the White House. Featuring special remarks by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and First Lady Jill Biden, hosted by actress Jennifer Garner, and performances by Andrea Bocelli, Matteo Bocelli, Virginia Bocelli, Camila Cabello, Eric Church, Jonas Brothers, Norah Jones, Pentatonix, Billy Porter, and more!
4. The St. Olaf Christmas Festival: A New Song of Grace and Truth
Experience the St. Olaf Christmas Festival, one of the oldest musical celebrations of Christmas in the United States. Led by five conductors, it features more than 500 student musicians who are members of the college’s world-renowned choirs and orchestra. The festival features a rich repertoire of classic Advent and Christmas compositions, familiar carols, global hymns, and contemporary pieces.
5. Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Ghosts of Christmas Eve
Celebrate Christmas with Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s allegorical rock opera, featuring Ossie Davis, Jewel and Michael Crawford in a story of a runaway girl who turns her life around on a snowy Christmas Eve. From TSO producer/writer/guitarist Paul O’Neill, along with long-time collaborators Jon Oliva and Bob Kinkel.
6. 20 Years of Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
Former Tabernacle Choir guest artist and Tony Award-winner, Brian Stokes Mitchell, is back to remember and relive twenty years of inspiring Christmas concerts. From opera, gospel, and pop singers to Broadway and cabaret stars; from Shakespearean actors and movie and television stars, the Choir’s guest artists provide, not just formidable talent, but a little something for everyone.
7. Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir, with Kristin Chenoweth
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square are joined by Kristin Chenoweth, Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer, for this beloved Christmas tradition featuring favorite holiday music, dancing and storytelling.
8. Straight No Chaser: The 25th Anniversary (Holiday Edition)
A cappella group Straight No Chaser, formed 25 years ago at Indiana University, have sold more than three million albums, more than 1.5 million concert tickets, and garnered over a billion streams. They returned to Indiana to tape this concert at the Murat Theatre, performing classics, contemporary songs and holiday favorites like “Jingle Bells,” “Indiana Christmas” and “Nutcracker.”
9. Christmas at the Belmont 2021
Christmas at Belmont 2021 features Belmont University students performing holiday favorites in the new Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in Nashville. This celebration of the season includes holiday favorites and classic songs.
10. Mannheim Steamroller 30/40 Live
Celebrate 30 years of holiday magic and 40 years of “Fresh Aire” compositions with this special.
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