The holiday season is a time for connection, celebration, and creating memories with family and friends. This year, the Alpharetta Symphony invites the community to experience the magic of the season through a festive concert filled with beloved holiday favorites, musical surprises, and opportunities for everyone to participate.
From the opening notes of Leroy Anderson's A Christmas Festival to the lively finale of Sleigh Ride, this concert promises something for everyone. The program features a wonderful blend of classical selections, traditional holiday melodies, and familiar favorites, including Bizet's Farandole, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, White Christmas, and You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch. Audiences will also enjoy a modern spin on Greensleeves, featuring concertmaster Earl Hough and principal cellist Jeremy Woolstenhulme, as well as the festive sounds of Fanfare for the Festival of Lights and Fantasia on We Three Kings.
This concert is about more than beautiful music. It's about bringing people together and making the joy of live orchestral music accessible to the entire community.
With familiar tunes, playful selections, and the opportunity to join in during Christmas Carol-oke, audience members can become part of the celebration. Whether singing along to favorite carols or simply enjoying the music, everyone has an opportunity to share in the fun.
The Alpharetta Symphony recognizes the importance of making live music welcoming and accessible to children and families in our community. Introducing young listeners to an orchestra can spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and create a lifelong appreciation for the arts. Family-friendly programming allows parents, grandparents, and children to experience something special together, making the concert hall a place where generations can connect through music. You don't have to be a classical music expert to enjoy the experience, just bring your holiday spirit!
Whether you're a longtime symphony supporter, a first-time concertgoer, or a family looking for a memorable way to celebrate the holidays, this concert offers an opportunity to enjoy the season together. Come experience the music, share a few singalongs, and make memories with the Alpharetta Symphony. After all, the best holiday traditions are the ones we create together!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Michael Giel, Music Director
