Even though we're in the heart of the Sunshine State, it is indeed beginning to look a lot like Christmas here in Gainesville. As a matter of fact there are sooo many holiday happenings, we'll post an event here almost every day until the end of December. Also catch us on our new visitgainesville fan page for additional information and updates.
We start today with the classics....
The College of Fine Arts School of Music prepares to entertain and spread holiday cheer once again at its annual music program highlighting world holiday music and traditional carols at the University of Florida.
Sounds of the Season will include performances by the University Concert Choir, Gainesville Civic Chorus, and includes a very special addition to the Sounds of the Season tradition with the inclusion of the University Symphony Orchestra, directed by Dr. Raymond Chobaz. Dr. Will Kesling will conduct the concert. The performance begins at 6 p.m., Dec. 6 at the University Auditorium and features seasonal music from across the globe, including "March of the Toys" from Babes in Toyland, "Overture to Miracle on 34th Street," and "Trépak" from The Nutcracker. Nicholas Pallesen, an alum of the School of Music will be a special guest performer. **The concert is a free ticketed event. Seats fill up quickly and are on a first-come, first-serve basis; therefore, the audience is encouraged to be there when the doors open at 5:00 p.m. There are no reserve tickets available.
Sounds of the Season will include performances by the University Concert Choir, Gainesville Civic Chorus, and includes a very special addition to the Sounds of the Season tradition with the inclusion of the University Symphony Orchestra, directed by Dr. Raymond Chobaz. Dr. Will Kesling will conduct the concert. The performance begins at 6 p.m., Dec. 6 at the University Auditorium and features seasonal music from across the globe, including "March of the Toys" from Babes in Toyland, "Overture to Miracle on 34th Street," and "Trépak" from The Nutcracker. Nicholas Pallesen, an alum of the School of Music will be a special guest performer. **The concert is a free ticketed event. Seats fill up quickly and are on a first-come, first-serve basis; therefore, the audience is encouraged to be there when the doors open at 5:00 p.m. There are no reserve tickets available.
