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The choir, directed by Lowell M. Gangstad, will present several selections of Advent and Christmas music. A time for fellowship will be held following the service in the Fellowship Hall. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Veterans home evacuated Dec 18, 2008
Kim Cyrus, 53, enjoyed a sugar cookie and a cup of coffee while Christmas music played from a nearby boom box. Local American Legion members provided lunch, with assistant manager Rose Albrecht busy over the noon hour frying hamburgers to take to the veterans and volunteers at the church. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Bartow Lioness Club Holds Annual Party for the Visually Impaired Dec 18, 2008
Ginger Fortner played Christmas music as the group gathered. Tables were decorated with poinsettias and Christmas ornaments. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Swingin' season Dec 18, 2008
With Typhanie Monique, Neal Alger, and Friends' "Yuletide Groove'' (Typhanie Publishing, HHH), we get not only a terrific Christmas album, but also discover a marvelous new(er) singer (Monique) and fine guitarist (Alger). Based in Chicago, Monique is a sexy, swinging, scatting jazz singer by anyone's standards, and Alger a skilled, sensitive player. They and the other musicians (including Hammond B3 organist Tony Monaco) deliver exciting, fresh jazz interpretations of a widely diverse... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Area churches plan Christmas week services, events Dec 18, 2008
On Sunday, December 21 there will be a Christmas service from 10 a.m. til noon with Christmas music by church members and local groups and a special message for the Christmas season at Family Worship Center. Everyone is also invited to a Candlelight Service with communion and special holiday music on Wednesday, December 24, at 6 p.m. Family Worship Center is located on FM 1704. (Elgin Courier, TX)
Tony Bennett Dec 18, 2008
He celebrated his and the orchestra's recently released Christmas music collection with a midshow set of holiday classics. The staccato pacing of "Jingle Bells" was good, the swing of "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" was better, and jazzy cover of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "My Favorite Things" was best. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Lower Mainland holiday lights guide Dec 18, 2008
Christmas music plays over a public address system. 5-11 p.m.. (Financial Post)
A Christmas sampler Dec 17, 2008
Christmas music, songs, and stories will spread cheer and help those in need. Performers include Celtic band Solas, led by Seamus Egan, plus pianist Sam Lakeman, singers Cara Dillon and Sean Keane, and the vocal group Navan. (Boston Globe)
Christmas cheer Dec 17, 2008
As residents finished up their food, the stereo soundtrack of low-key Christmas music was replaced by a live performance by the four-piece Moondance, which started attracting Boyle revelers to the dance floor with a rendition of Jingle Bells. He sings beautifully, said resident Sophie Forward, who has lived at the center for three years. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Trinity Lutheran presents cantata Dec 17, 2008
Dorthy Gerhart has sang in the cantata for many years and enjoys the selection of Christmas music the performance offers. It s always been beautiful Christmas music, she said. (Sealy News, TX)
Exira Red Hat Firecracker Society Club Christmas Party Dec 17, 2008
Christmas music played throughout the evening. Before the meal, Evelyn Nelson said grace and noted the absence of the three deceased members, Naomi Peppers, Juanita Sturgeon, and Queen Juline Rubel. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Ninety minutes of school holiday music and nary a note about Jesus Dec 17, 2008
One of my kids' music teachers, a Christian, told me she didn't include Christmas music "because the kids get enough of that in church." Huh. That spring, she devoted a whole music program to a dramatization of Aztec beliefs and customs. (Yahoo News)
Soak up the spirit of the season at the annual Advent Hymn Sing Dec 17, 2008
The Advent Hymn Sing combines choir, organ and brass performing both unfamiliar Christmas music and favorite carols in a church setting ... People get to hear a lot of great new Christmas music and some old favorites, he said ... I always enjoyed Christmas music because the music is joyful and I like sharing it with others. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lights of Booger Hill shine during Christmas Dec 17, 2008
"The Plain Gospel Singers will be providing Christmas music.". And an important tradition also will continue as the residents of Booger Hill and Moon's Grove roads line their driveways with luminary bags. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Five Most Depressing Christmas Songs Dec 17, 2008
I believe in the power of Christmas music, which is why I keep a Christmas mix in my car at all times; it is the one thing that can make me feel like a child instantly. Christmas music is my yoga. (Slate)
Golden Rams march in California Dec 16, 2008
Students played Russian Christmas music and "Robinson's Grand Entry" march for the crowds. Spring-Ford High School Band Director John Eckstine said about 90 high school students attended the five-day trip held at the end of November. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Master Chorale presents holiday concert Dec 16, 2008
The chorale will be assisted by organist DeeGee Blair, pianist Barb Votrobeck, and the First United Methodist Church bell choir. The centerpiece of the concert will be K. Lee Scott's Christmas Cantata: The Incarnation, with text from a hymn by Charles Wesley, portions of Chapter 1 of the Gospel of John and poetry by Christina Rossetti and Timothy Dudley-Smith. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Shop with a Cop assists families; Many local youth able to shop for Christmas presents Dec 16, 2008
They were then checked in and enjoyed a pizza party while Christmas music played. The air was abuzz with excitement. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Go Daddy celebrates 42% sales jump Dec 16, 2008
Christmas music and Frank Sinatra tunes played over the loudspeakers, and Parsons took the stage periodically to draw names for cash prizes of $1,000 and $5,000 and motorcycles. Comedian Sinbad entertained after dinner, joking that he didn't know what the company did but signed up for his domain names after seeing Go Daddy Girl Candice Michelle in the company's commercials. (AZCentral -- Business)
Sharing is the magic Dec 16, 2008 Post office brims as mailers seek special holiday imprint Dec 16, 2008 Phelps returns for Christmas concert at Central Dec 16, 2008 Songs of the Season concert at BHS lifts holiday spirits Dec 15, 2008 • Pat's picks Dec 15, 2008 Mutt adopted just in time Dec 15, 2008 Christmas funky, but chic Dec 15, 2008 Ring In The Christmas Spirit Sunday Afternoon Dec 15, 2008 Miss Conduct Dec 14, 2008 Events/Meetings Dec 14, 2008 Talk of the Town: Make the most of mistletoe! Dec 14, 2008 Where do Braves go now? Dec 14, 2008 Five Gillette voices qualify to sing with 550-member group Dec 14, 2008 Screeeeeech! Bam! Crunch! Dec 14, 2008 CVAA Christmas Parade slated for Friday (25) Dec 14, 2008 Practice, determined director lead harmonious music Dec 14, 2008 Music concerts to ring with Christmas cheer Dec 14, 2008 Band concert postponed to Dec. 21 Dec 14, 2008 Herald school notes Dec 13, 2008 Things to do, Dec. 12-18 Dec 13, 2008 Holiday Pops deliver some can't-miss gifts Dec 13, 2008 Empty Stockings Dec 13, 2008 Area church musicians come together Monday Dec 13, 2008 The Christmas Tree Controversy Dec 13, 2008 In brief: Matters of Faith Dec 13, 2008 Fairfield musicians to play Dec 13, 2008 REV. DAVID E. ROY: Separate Christmas from commerce Dec 13, 2008 Free & festive holiday events Dec 13, 2008 CVCA hosting holiday fun at a fair price Dec 13, 2008 • Around the Valley Dec 13, 2008 • Church news Dec 13, 2008 Society to host turkey dinner Dec 13, 2008 Read all 'app store' posts in iPhone Approll Dec 13, 2008 A new Christmas tradition for Logan County? Dec 13, 2008 Santa Lucia's day Dec 13, 2008 Religion listings Dec 13, 2008 More of this story Dec 13, 2008 Songs of the Season concert at BHS lifts holiday spirits Dec 12, 2008 What’s going on in and around Richmond County? Dec 12, 2008 Rants and Raves Dec 12, 2008 • The traditional and not-so-traditional Dec 12, 2008 • Grant a wish Dec 12, 2008 Waipahu Street, Waipahu Depot Road closed Dec 12, 2008 Senior Christmas luncheon at Christ Church Dec 12, 2008 County Board of Education gets in holiday spirit Dec 12, 2008 Juneau Lyric Opera concert features local chorus and musicians Dec 12, 2008 JOHN CHAPPELL: NORTH NOTES: Many Weekend Events to Help Robbins Get in Holiday Spirit Dec 12, 2008 Cut your own: For Keith Martell growing Christmas trees started in the 1950s when his father purchased property & started planting Dec 12, 2008 Share your favorite Christmas memory Dec 11, 2008 Fiddler brings a blend Dec 11, 2008 Oprah back up to 200 pounds Dec 11, 2008 Pose for photos inside Santa's sleigh Dec 11, 2008 SANYO DIGITAL CAMERA Dec 11, 2008 Critic's Corner Thursday Dec 11, 2008 Entertainment Dec 11, 2008 Summit Quilters continue event Dec 11, 2008 Music concerts to ring with Christmas cheer Dec 11, 2008 Christmas in the Valley Dec 11, 2008 'Christmas in the museum' Dec 11, 2008 This year's ChristmasVille was a success Dec 10, 2008 Chopin -- for tips -- in the park Dec 10, 2008 A blue Christmas Dec 9, 2008 Empty Stockings Dec 9, 2008 Christmas Concerts Dec 9, 2008 CVCA hosting holiday fun at a fair price Dec 9, 2008
Even before the Thanksgiving turkey is gobbled up, shopping malls are decorated and playing Christmas music to get people into a buying mood. Not only does greed now dominate the season, but a pervasive political correctness is doing away with the true celebration of Christmas. (NJ.com -- Times)
Reno Fire Department offers 12 tips for a safe Christmas Dec 16, 2008
While traditional Christmas music such as "The Twelve Days Of Christmas" evoke thoughts of holidays past and present, Reno Fire Department would like you to consider the following 12 Tips for a safe Christmas future. 1. (KRNV.com, NV)
But the clerks and postmaster at Bethlehem's tiny post office seem to thrive on the adrenaline, Christmas music and well-wishers who come to their office between Thanksgiving and Christmas each year looking for something to make their holiday greetings special. Like the dozens of other Bethlehems scattered across the United States, the post office in the small Barrow County city offers a unique postmark during the Christmas season that pays homage to the town's name - a picture of trumpeting... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Concert-goers will have the opportunity to enjoy live music from O Holy Night as well as other traditional Christmas music from Phelps and his band at the concert. Also appearing at the show will be comedian Thor Ramsey. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Published: Thursday, December 11, 2008 8:09 PM CST There is nothing that will get you in the holiday spirit more than Christmas music and that is just what the Blackford High School music department provided to many guests on Wednesday, Dec. 10 beginning at 7 p.m.. The Songs of the Season concert featured the BHS Mixed Choir, Chorale, and Symphonic Band. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
So get in the car, put on some Christmas music and enjoy the sparkle. Have your own pick you want to share. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Volunteers at the St. George Animal Shelter had Ruby and other dogs outside for visitors, with Christmas music playing on loudspeakers and Santa sitting for photos. That's when 15-year-old Torrie Reed and her mother took an interest in the puppy's grim fate. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
I don t listen to Christmas music until after Thanksgiving. I always put up my outdoor lights shortly after a meal of turkey leftovers. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
(WUSA) -- The Thomas Circle Singers will hold a Christmas music concert Sunday afternoon. It begins at 4PM at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 4900 Connecticut Avenue NW in Washington. (W-USA News, DC)
I've repeatedly heard Christmas music played over the loudspeaker on airplanes and in airports ... I can't imagine that even the most ardent Christmas-lover would find his or her traveling experience enhanced by the broadcasting of Christmas music, constantly interrupted by garbled flight announcements and the hollering of TSA workers. (Boston Globe)
Sioux City Retired Educators, 10:45 a.m. luncheon/meeting Dec. 16 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3204 S. Lakeport St. Program: Madrigal Singers (Sioux City Journal, IO)
The concert will feature Tchaikowsky s Nutcracker Suite, Alfred Reed s Russian Christmas Music, piccolo soloist Dr. Randy Schwoebel from Pima College playing Vivaldi s Concerto for Piccolo, and vocal soloists Bill Krinke and Yours Truly doing a medley of lighthearted seasonal songs for the whole family to enjoy. Tickets are 10 at the door and students are free. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Christmas music, if we must: Don t know how you all feel, but I have an approximate 24-hour window during which I might actually enjoy Christmas tunes, and that s from noon Christmas Eve to noon Christmas Day ... Christmas music, if we must: Dont know how you all feel, but I have an approximate 24-hour window during which I might actually enjoy Christmas tunes, and thats from noon Christmas Eve to noon Christmas Day ... DOB, I have a hard time getting into Christmas music when you hear it... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
And lately she likes listening to Christmas music for its feel of the holiday. n Sarah Cotton, a senior: Sarah was 6 when someone at her church pitched her parents on the idea of their daughter joining the childrens choir. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
When I left my home Friday morning, my mind was on any number of things work, the upcoming holidays, arranging for pet care, the economy, my weekend plans to complete a painting job, the special Christmas music to be sung Sunday morning you name it, it was rambling around in the gray matter that occupies the space in my brain. The one thing I did not have on my mind was a wreck. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Charlene Norris will entertain us with Christmas music ... Sunday evening, Dec. 7, the annual Happy Hill Christmas Party entertained hundreds from around the area with a giant carry-in dinner followed by lively Christmas music and carols led by the Happy Hill Sound. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
"Some songs are hard. Some songs are easy. (Christmas music) gets me in the spirit," said Matthew Smock, 13. "I still get nervous but I enjoy it when I'm out there.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
This is always a very hectic time of the year, and the playing and listening of Christmas music helps to put everyone at ease, Rutherford said ... He continued that the group will perform many of the same selections as it has in the past, and will include about a 20-minute program of Christmas music with audience participation. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Pastor Arvin Halvorson performs Christmas music and carols, accompanied by Phyllis McLeod, at 2:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15 in The Madison, Emmanuel Community. . (DL-Online)
The elementary school students will present a Christmas music program on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m., in the middle school/high school gym. Long Creek Elementary: The next Fred Carr character assembly is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, at 9 a.m. for pre-K through grade 2, and again at 10 a.m. for grades 3-5. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Grand voices of holiday music 6 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday / First Congregational Church, 2131 N. Van Ness Blvd. / $25 / (559) 442-5699, If you're lucky enough to get a ticket to this sought-after event, you'll enjoy some of the grandest Christmas music in the world ... Hoey is best known for his instrumental guitar prowess and love of surf music, but another part of his repertoire is Christmas music ... He's released three volumes of his "Ho! Ho! Hoey!" CDs and makes Christmas music part of... (Fresno Bee)
Conductor Keith Lockhart noted the current frightful economy, and how Christmas music can lift our spirits. There was a nice moment when a subdued version of "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear" gave way to the brighter morning of "Go Tell It on the Mountain." "Waltz of the Flowers" from "The Nutcracker" also showed the orchestra at its best. (Boston Globe)
Country music and Christmas music CDs. Items may be dropped off at Rocky Mountain Development Council in the Neighborhood Center 200 South Cruse, Helena. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Many of us can t get enough Christmas music this time of year ... To address that need and offer a special gift to the community, several area church musicians have teamed up to present Christmas Reflections, an evening of Christmas music presented in half-hour segments from 6-10 p.m. Monday at Salem Lutheran Church in Sycamore. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
"When I was young, before I got married, I could envision Christmas Eve with Christmas music playing and the whole family participating in putting ornaments on the tree and drinking hot chocolate," she said. But the reality wasn't quite the same. (Rocktown Weekly)
CHRISTMAS MUSIC: First Baptist Church of Anchorage, 1100 W. Tenth Ave., hosts "Welcome to Our World, Celebrating Peace on Earth" at 6 p.m. today and 11 a.m. Sunday ... Enjoy a Christmas musical drama, live Nativity scene, pageantry of the wise men and flying angels. (Anchorage Daily News)
American composer Alex Wilder, who later died on Christmas Eve in 1980, arranged the traditional Christmas music ... Prill pointed out TubaChristmas music gives tuba and euphonium players an opportunity to play melodic lines instead of the usual "bum, bum, bum." "It's different to hear the harmony," said Prill. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
But the Christmas merchandising that I see played out across our nation -- starting nowadays in September with relentless media advertisements and Christmas music echoing through our malls -- does not have anything to do with Jesus' core message. Indeed, it stands in direct opposition to the idea of shedding material goods in order to be harmonized with God's aims (traditionally called the Kingdom of God). (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Atlanta s Nordic Lodge 708 presents a Swedish St. Lucia Celebration, a candlelit evening of traditional and contemporary Swedish Christmas music 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12 ... presents a Christmas Music Festival. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
By DEB JOHNSONFor the Herald Thursday, December 4, 2008 10:29 AM CST Although the economic news may be getting you down, there are some excellent opportunities to enjoy Christmas music of all types and genres at the Heyde Center for the Arts this December ... The band s program will feature sparkling brass Christmas music from around the world. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The event will feature live Christmas music and decoration of an Australian pine tree with antique ornaments, popcorn and cranberry garlands. Forest Service seeks comment on wildlife conservation. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
The First Christian Church choir will present its annual Christmas musical during worship at 10:50 a.m. Sunday at the church, 601 Shoshone St. N. in Twin Falls ... This Christmas Music Festival features a youth choir, ward choirs, orchestra and the Christmas Story. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
After dinner, Christmas music will be played and carols will be sung with society member and volunteer Lois Conklin. Seating is limited, so reservations are endouraged. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Two bucks won't get you friends, but if you are alone with your iPhone, it wil let you stare at a fake fireplace and listen to Christmas music. (Credit: Moderati). (CNET News)
Then at 1 p.m. Cathy Wilkins Drake Ackerman will be playing Classical Christmas Music. Main Street Russellville realizes that this will be the last Saturday for shopping prior to Christmas but you know that you will be eating lunch so why not plan on enjoying a Christmas High Tea with us, and then walk down the sidewalk and do your Christmas shopping right here in Downtown Russellville. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
The Lucia Festival will feature Christmas music, including songs sung in Swedish, Norwegian and German; verse and a little bit of dance. German exchange students Jessica Jasiczek, 17, of Hamlin, and Johanna Martin, 16, of Nuremberg, portray Santa Lucia. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Come light a candle, be still, read an Advent meditation or a scripture and listen to quiet Christmas music ... New Life Community Church presents the Christmas musical, Tis the Season. (Georgetown Record, MA)
In addition to Christmas music written by Mendelssohn and Bach, Higgs will perform contemporary spirituals and carols during which he'll invite the audience to sing along. "The audience for some of the show are also the performers, so people get to make their Disney Hall debut," Higgs said. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Published: Thursday, December 11, 2008 8:09 PM CST There is nothing that will get you in the holiday spirit more than Christmas music and that is just what the Blackford High School music department provided to many guests on Wednesday, Dec. 10 beginning at 7 p.m.. The Songs of the Season concert featured the BHS Mixed Choir, Chorale, and Symphonic Band. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
CHRISTMAS MUSIC: Festival celebrating The Miracle of Christmas featuring Pastor Garcia L. Morman Sr. will be held Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. at Leak Street Cultural Center, Rockingham. Special guests Joshua White of Laurinburg, Joseph David and Radical Praise Crew of Rockingham, Mt. Siani Gospel Choir. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
COMPLIMENTS TO the Breezy Hill Baptist Church orchestra and choir for their fine performance of Christmas music at First Friday. ATTENTION, UPWARDLY MOBILE people. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Catch the Christmas music at 7:30 p.m. Saturday or 4 p.m. Sunday at the College of Southern Idaho Fine Arts Auditorium. "The Many Moods of Christmas" is made up of a series of four musical suites. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Female 5: 2009 calendar, Pantene conditioner, Dove body wash, Splenda sweetener packets, hair scrunches, LDS novels, Dell crossword puzzle books, Christmas music (cassettes), Avon perfume: Timeless or Night Magic, electric razor. Male 6: 2009 calendar, Irish Spring body wash, Pepsi, felt coloring pictures, colored markers, large-face watch, baseball cap, ankle socks. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Owner Ely Balinbin was busy sweeping up water and mud from her shop as Christmas music played. She's been at the location for 26 years and has seen flooding before, but "this is the worst.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Participants will also enjoy a Christmas dinner and some Christmas music, followed by take-home favors. Come, and bring a friend. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
The Ashworth Percussion Ensemble, conducted by Jim McClure, performed a trio of Christmas music for the meeting. Student performers were rewarded with applause and a standing ovation. (Calhoun Times, GA)
"I love Christmas music, especially 'The Chipmunk Song,'" Pollard said. "A lot of my friends are performing in this. And I want the holiday performance to be something the Juneau community will come to and enjoy.". (Juneau Empire)
At Deep River Coffee, the Christmas Concert starts at 6:30, runs to 9, with various artists performing traditional and contemporary Christmas music. A $2 donation to charity gets you in the door. (The Pilot Newspaper)
The Christmas tree farm is the perfect location for a family outing with piped in Christmas music, a warming hut and gift shop with tree ornaments, tree stands and wife Cathy s handcrafted wreaths. The Martells started the choose-and-cut Christmas tree option 20 years ago and average about 800 customers a year, as well as selling several hundred freshly cut fir and spruce trees at the lot near the warming hut. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
I can still see the lights on the street lights and hear the Christmas music on the streets and the snow falling down softly with no wind. When people took the time to go to church and visit with each other, and looked forward to Christmas morning the "peace" that time of the day had. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
She will perform tonight at Bell Auditorium and Friday at the University of South Carolina Aiken's Etherredge Center with the Augusta Symphony in a bill of mostly Christmas music, much of which was featured on her 2007 release, An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas. "We want to bring across the feeling of an Irish Christmas, show how it might differ from what an American audience might expect," she said during a recent telephone interview. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Christmas music is heading your way, when Willie K and Raiatea Helm headline "A Musical Christmas Gift" concert from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday in the Kuilima Ballroom of the Turtle Bay Resort in Kahuku. The benefit for three organizations is being underwritten by developer Stanford Carr, interim management officer for Kuilima Resort Co., which owns Turtle Bay. (Honolulu Advertiser)
A co-operative project organized by City of Moncton staff, Tim Hortons, the Greater Moncton Street Rodders and the Atlantic Nationals Automotive Extravaganza, the event will also feature Christmas music and free hot chocolate and coffee. Melanson says it's the first time they've tried such an event, but he thinks they might have a hit on their hands. (Times and Transcript)
Published: Tuesday, December 9, 2008 2:58 PM CST Ben Bailey, organist at St. Pauls Episcopal Church, will perform a concert of Christmas music at 7 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 14. The concert will feature Christmas music from England as arranged by Wright, Rowley, Fox, and Ellsasser. (Altus Times, OK)
Want a classy bit of Christmas music. Try A Renaissance Christmas (PBS, 10 ET/PT, times may vary), a concert by Chicago's Music of the Baroque Chorus and Brass Ensemble. (USA Today -- Life)
For some enthusiasts, the Christmas music season began on Nov. 1, while others wait until after Thanksgiving. By now, we are indisputably in the Christmas season, and public places not playing Christmas music are few and far between. (The Villanovan, PA)
Tired of the canned Christmas music in all of the stores. The hills will soon be alive with the sound of live music. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
This is always a very hectic time of the year, and the playing and listening of Christmas music helps to put everyone at ease, Rutherford said ... He continued that the group will perform many of the same selections as it has in the past, and will include about a 20-minute program of Christmas music with audience participation. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Country Christmas Music Jubilee. The Roanoke Valley Country Music Jubilee will present its Christmas show at 7:30 p.m., this Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12-13, at The Centre at Halifax Community College. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
It is full of comedy, drama, and original and traditional Christmas music, with a theme that points to Jesus in the manger. Admission is free, and all ages are invited. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
But people could catch the Christmas spirit just by walking along Main Street, where they could find carolers dressed in period costume, bands playing Christmas music and even an elf or two. Festival-goers also could take rides in a horse-drawn carriage and visit historic homes that had been decorated for the holidays. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
But it wasn't Christmas music. It was Jil Heimensen, 38, who had rolled her shiny black upright piano out of her third-floor apartment, into an elevator and along 11/2 city blocks, so she could play Chopin under the trees. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
It's Christmas music with the trio and comedy bits in between talking about Christmas and how I feel about Christmas. Q. And how do you feel about Christmas. (Boston Globe)
Country music and Christmas music CDs. Items may be dropped off at Rocky Mountain Development Council in the Neighborhood Center 200 South Cruse, Helena. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
The Kishwaukee Children s Chorus will be performing a holiday concert, at the Evangelical Free Church of Sycamore-DeKalb, featuring Christmas music and holiday favorites and entertaining musical selections. The group, which is comprised of children in grades 3-6 is committed to learning and performing. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
By DEB JOHNSONFor the Herald Thursday, December 4, 2008 10:29 AM CST Although the economic news may be getting you down, there are some excellent opportunities to enjoy Christmas music of all types and genres at the Heyde Center for the Arts this December ... The band s program will feature sparkling brass Christmas music from around the world. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
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