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Classical Music

Monday December 2008

"Mad about Chamber Music": Kerrytown Concert House.

Dec. 1 & 8. An informal concert by U-M music students of instrumental and vocal works in solos, duos, trios, and quartets. Proceeds benefit a local charity. KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. Free; donations accepted. Reservations suggested. 769-2999.

Tuesday December 2008

Collegium Musicum: EMU Music Department.

Scott Elsholz directs this student early-music ensemble in Pergolesi's Magnificat, Johann Kaspar Kerll's alternatim plainchant setting of the Magnificat Primi Toni, Corelli's Christmas Concerto, and Bach's Cantata no. 10, "Meine Seele erhebt den Herrn." Holy Trinity Chapel, 511 W. Forest, Ypsilanti. Free. 487-2255.

Wednesday December 2008

"Christmas Memories": Waters Place Borders.

Members of the Irish vocal ensemble Anuna sing classic holiday songs from their new CD. Borders, 3140 Lohr Rd. Free. 997-8884.

Thursday December 2008

"Happy Holidays": Ypsilanti Community Band & Ypsilanti Community Choir.

Jerry Robbins directs this 70-member adult band in a program of Christmas music that includes Gabrieli's Sonata Pian' e Forte, the Finale to Saint-Saens's Organ Symphony, Sousa's "Stars and Stripes for Christmas," "You`re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch," and more. Also, Ariel Toews-Ricotta directs the choir in a program TBA. The concert concludes with a joint performance of the "Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel's Messiah. 7:30 p.m., Pease Auditorium, EMU campus, W. Cross at College Place, Ypsilanti. Free. 905-5453.

Gifts of Art: U-M Hospitals.

Dec. 4, 6, 11, & 18. Performances by local musicians. Today: an ensemble of U-M nephrology faculty, staff, and patients, and holiday music by the Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra. U-M Hospital lobby, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr. (off Fuller). Free. 936-ARTS.

Christmas Concert: Gabriel Richard High School.

The school madrigals choir and concert band perform sacred and secular Christmas music. Gabriel Richard High School, 4333 Whitehall Dr. (north off Plymouth just east of US-23). Free. 662-0496.

Winter Orchestra Concert: Pioneer High School.

Jonathan Glawe and Paul Bailey direct the Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, and Philharmonia in a program highlighted by works by Hindemith, Bartok, Tchaikovsky, and Mendelssohn. Pioneer High School Schreiber Auditorium, 601 W. Stadium Blvd. at Main. Free. 994-2120.

Boe, Requiro, & Harding: Kerrytown Concert House.

Postponed. KCH, 415 N. Fourth Ave. $10 (students, $5). Reservations recommended. 769-2999.

Friday December 2008

Holiday Show: Saline Varsity Blues.

Dec. 12 & 13. This 100-member chorus of singers ages 7-18 presents a program of solo, duo, and small-group vocal performances that include new and traditional holiday songs. 7:30 p.m., Saline Middle School auditorium, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. Cost TBA. 944-3162.

"A Boychoir Christmas": Boychoir of Ann Arbor.

Dec. 12 & 13 (different locations). Boychoir founder Tom Strode directs this local ensemble of boys ages 9-17 in its 22nd annual Christmas concert. The program opens with the processional "Once in royal David's city," with the 1st verse sung by a solo boy, and concludes with John Gardner's "Tomorrow shall be my dancing day." The program also includes a variety of carols each featuring a solo part showcasing some of the choir's talented boy sopranos, including the Welsh lullaby "Suo Gan," the folk carol "I wonder as I wander," and an exquisite setting of the lovely traditional "Coventry Carol." Also the "Carol of the Bells," John Rutter's sprightly "Donkey Carol," and a stirring rendition of the 16th-century carol "Personent hodie." The Boychoir's Preparatory Choir for boys ages 7-10 also performs the "Coventry Carol," as well as an energetic rendition of "Masters in This Hall." Audience sing-alongs of "Hark! The herald angels sing" and "O come, all ye faithful" are kicked off with a soaring Boychoir descant verse. The Boychoir Christmas CD is on sale. This popular annual concert usually draws a full house, so get your tickets in advance. First Presbyterian Church, 300 N. Washington, Ypsilanti. Tickets $15 (students & seniors, $10; youths 17 & under, $5) in advance at aaboychoir.org and at the door. 663-5377.

Christmas Concert: Women's Chamber Chorus.

David Perample directs this independent 30-member local women's chorus in a concert of holiday music. Piano accompanist is Leslie Austin. West Side United Methodist Church, 900 S. Seventh at Davis. Donations accepted. (586) 505-1155.

Saturday December 2008

Holiday Show: Saline Varsity Blues.

Dec. 12 & 13. This 100-member chorus of singers ages 7-18 presents a program of solo, duo, and small-group vocal performances that include new and traditional holiday songs. 7:30 p.m., Saline Middle School auditorium, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. Cost TBA. 944-3162.

Classical Bells: Ann Arbor District Library.

Darlene Ebersole directs this acclaimed Detroit-area handbell ensemble whose varied repertoire includes classical, inspirational, seasonal, popular, and even ragtime and swing tunes. AADL multipurpose room (lower level), 343 S. Fifth Ave. at William. Free. 327-4560.

"A Boychoir Christmas": Boychoir of Ann Arbor.

Dec. 12 & 13 (different locations). Boychoir founder Tom Strode directs this local ensemble of boys ages 9-17 in its 22nd annual Christmas concert. The program opens with the processional "Once in royal David's city," with the 1st verse sung by a solo boy, and concludes with John Gardner's "Tomorrow shall be my dancing day." The program also includes a variety of carols each featuring a solo part showcasing some of the choir's talented boy sopranos, including the Welsh lullaby "Suo Gan," the folk carol "I wonder as I wander," and an exquisite setting of the lovely traditional "Coventry Carol." Also the "Carol of the Bells," John Rutter's sprightly "Donkey Carol," and a stirring rendition of the 16th-century carol "Personent hodie." The Boychoir's Preparatory Choir for boys ages 7-10 also performs the "Coventry Carol," as well as an energetic rendition of "Masters in This Hall." Audience sing-alongs of "Hark! The herald angels sing" and "O come, all ye faithful" are kicked off with a soaring Boychoir descant verse. The Boychoir Christmas CD is on sale. This popular annual concert usually draws a full house, so get your tickets in advance. First Presbyterian Church, 1432 Washtenaw. Tickets $15 (students & seniors, $10; youths 17 & under, $5) in advance at aaboychoir.org and at the door. 663-5377.

Christmas Concert: Treetown Community Chorus.

David Perample directs this independent local mixed chorus in a varied program of holiday music. Piano accompanist is Leslie Austin. West Side United Methodist Church, 900 S. Seventh St. Free; donations accepted. (586) 505-1155.

Christmas Festival: Great Lakes Branch of the Anthroposophical Society of America.

The program begins with a performance of the late Katherine Katz's Nativity drama The Ann Arbor Christmas Play. Followed by lighting of the Christmas tree, singing, and socializing. Bring a Christmas sweet to share. Rudolf Steiner House, 1923 Geddes Ave. (Parking permitted on the west side of Oswego and the east side of Ridgeway.) Free. 485-3764.

Holiday Show: Saline Varsity Blues.

Dec. 12 & 13. This 100-member chorus of singers ages 7-18 presents a program of solo, duo, and small-group vocal performances that include new and traditional holiday songs. 7:30 p.m., Saline Middle School auditorium, 7190 N. Maple, Saline. Cost TBA. 944-3162.

Sunday December 2008

Solo & Ensemble Recitals: Ann Arbor School for the Performing Arts.

Students perform works for piano, voice, violin, flute, clarinet, saxophone, drums, and more. 637 S. Main (lower level). Free, but donations accepted. 213-2000.

Holiday Concert: Dexter Community Band.

Bill Gourley directs this 85-member volunteer ensemble in a program of holiday music, including Dello Joio's Variants on a Mediaeval Tune, William Silvestri's arrangements of "Silent Night" and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," Robert Sheldon's arrangement of the Christmas medley A Most Wonderful Christmas, Jerry Brubaker's arrangement of Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard's Polar Express concert suite, and 2 Eric Richards arrangements for military band, Three Hanukkah Themes and Jazz Fantasia on "Greensleeves." Also, a Christmas sing-along. Dexter Center for the Performing Arts, Dexter High School, 2200 N. Parker at Shield, Dexter. Free. 426-2734.

Student/Faculty Concert: Arts in Motion Dance Studio.

Performances by Arts in Motion dance (3 p.m.) and music (4 p.m.) students and faculty. Also, a chance to try out one of the studio's Nia aerobic exercise (1 p.m.) and tap dance (2 p.m.) classes. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Huron Valley and Alpha House, a local family-oriented homeless shelter. Forsythe Middle School, 1655 Newport Rd. at Sunset. $5 suggested donation. 222-6246.

"Traditional King's College Festival of Christmas Lessons and Carols": St. Andrew's Episcopal Church.

St. Andrew's music director Deborah Friauff directs the church adult choir and 2 children's choirs and Suzanne Bender directs the bell choir in this traditional English service, in which 9 scripture readings alternate with seasonal anthems and carols, some sung by the congregation. The music begins with a solo treble performance of "Once in Royal David's City" and includes music by Britten, Howells, and Mendelssohn, as well as arrangements of traditional music by David Willcocks and others. St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 306 N. Division. Free. 663-0518.

Christmas Concert: Northside Community Church.

Mary Ellen Hagel and Sheree Clark direct the church's chancel and bell choirs in a program of sacred Christmas music TBA. Soloists are baritone Chris Grapentine, mezzo-soprano Holly Perry, and tenor Glenn Perry. Accompanist is pianist Kevin Miller. Northside Community Church, 929 Barton Dr. Free. 662-6351.

Yehonatan Berick and Jean-Francois Latour: Kerrytown Concert House.

Award-winning U-M violin professor Berick performs Mozart's Violin Sonata in D Major, Paul Ben-Haim's Sonata in G Major, and Faure's Violin Sonata no. 1. He is joined by young Canadian pianist Latour in a performance of Ravel's Tzigane. Latour also plays Ravel's La Valse. Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N. Fourth Ave. $10, $15, & $25 (students, $5). Reservations recommended. 769-2999.

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