Tue
Dec 1 |
7:30pm |
JU: Holiday Homecoming
Celebrate the season with the First Coast Wind Ensemble and the Don Thompson Chorale in this popular annual concert of holiday favorites.
Terry Concert Hall • Jacksonville University • www.ju.edu
2800 Univ Blvd North, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 800-225-2027
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Tue
Dec 1 |
7:30 pm |
UNF: Handel’s Messiah
UNF Chorale & Chamber Orchestra
Dr. Gordon Brock, Dr. Simon Shiao, Dr. Randall Tinnin, ensemble directors
Dr. Cara Tasher, conductor
Tickets: Adults $10, Students free, call Box Office at 620-2878
Lazzara Hall • University of North Florida • Department of Music • www.unf.edu/coas/music/
1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224 • Phone 904-620-2961
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Wed
Dec 2 |
12:30 pm |
Wednesday Happening: Andrew Clarke, organist
Improvisations on Christmas Carols and Songs
The "First Wednesday" music programs begin at 12:30 and last 25 minutes. Each program is followed by a delicious luncheon in Bittinger Hall, for a cost of $6. Reservations should be made on the Monday preceding.
Riverside Presbyterian Church • www.rpcjax.org
849 Park St. (corner of Post) • Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-355-4585
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Thu
Dec 3 |
7:30pm |
JU: Christmas Concert: "Gloria"
The Annual Christmas Concert features a candlelight processional and recessional, carols, motets, anthems and songs of the Christmas season. One of the most popular events on the calendar featuring the JU Concert Choir and Chamber Singers under the direction of Dr. Jon O. Carlson.
Tickets: $12
Terry Concert Hall • Jacksonville University • www.ju.edu
2800 Univ Blvd North, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 800-225-2027
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Thu
Dec 3 |
7:30 pm |
UNF: Great American Jazz Series ~ Carl Allen/Rodney Whitaker Project
Carl Allen, drums • Rodney Whitaker, bass • Rodney Jones, guitar • Reggie Thomas, piano/organ • Vincent Herring, saxophone
Tickets: $25/$17/$8. Call Box Office at 620-2878.
Lazzara Hall • University of North Florida • Department of Music • www.unf.edu/coas/music/
1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224 • Phone 904-620-2961
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Fri
Dec 4 |
11:00 am |
Friday Musicale: CHRISTMAS CONCERT featuring THE FRIDAY MUSICALE CHORUS
Friday Musicale concerts are presented for the benefit of the Jacksonville community and are free.
Friday Musicale • www.fridaymusicale.com
645 Oak Street, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-355-7584
Contact: Henson Markham, 3rd Vice-Pres., 904-346-0373
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Fri
Dec 4 |
11:00 am |
First Friday Lunch Bunch
for Artists, Actors, Dancers, Musicians, Painters, Photographers, and Arts Enthusiasts
If you're looking for an opportunity to expand your social network, First Friday Lunch Bunch (FFLB) may be for you. FFLB is an opportunity to dine with and meet artists, actors, dancers, musicians, photographers and arts enthusiasts from Jacksonville and the surrounding area.
Our next gathering is Friday, December 4th at Clara's at the Cathedral (www.clarawhitemission.org/cathedral.html), which will be held at Saint John's Cathedral, 256 East Church Street from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
An R.S.V.P. is not neccessary to attend.
Don't miss out on the last FFLB of the year and let's celebrate this holiday season.
All the best, Darren Dailey ddailey@jaxchildrenschorus.com
Artistic and Executive Director
Jacksonville Childrens Chorus • jaxchildrenschorus.com
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Fri
Dec 4 |
6:00 pm |
First Friday: Don Thompson Chorale’s Christmas Concert
This concert is open to the public and free with the option of a "love offering."
Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Augustine • www.thefirstparish.org
35 Treasury Street, St. Augustine • Phone 904-824-2806
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Fri
Dec 4 |
7:30 pm |
BFA: Ensemble Galilei with Neal Conan
www.jwentworth.com/chamber_ensembles/ensemble_galilei/
Free and open to the public
Sponsored by Beaches Fine Arts • www.beachesfinearts.org
St. Paul’s By-the-Sea Episcopal Church • www.spbts.net
1150 Fifth St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 • Phone 904-249-4091
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Fri-Sun
Dec 4-6 |
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JSO: First Coast Nutcracker
Michael Butterman, conductor
Enter the world of childlike imagination as the enchanting First Coast Nutcracker showcases internationally acclaimed dancers, our area’s finest dance corps and Tchaikovsky’s beloved melodies performed live by your JSO
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra • www.jaxsymphony.org • Jacoby Hall • 904-354-5547
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Sat
Dec 5 |
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Friday Musicale: OUTSTANDING YOUNG PIANISTS AUDITIONS
Friday Musicale concerts are presented for the benefit of the Jacksonville community and are free.
Friday Musicale • www.fridaymusicale.com
645 Oak Street, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-355-7584
Contact: Henson Markham, 3rd Vice-Pres., 904-346-0373
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Sat
Dec 5 |
7:30pm |
JU: Contemporary Holiday Music: JU Percussion Ensemble Concert
The JU Percussion Ensemble presents an exciting night of music under the director of Professor Tony Steve. Join us for an extravagant evening of performing a contemporary spin on the holiday season.
Swisher Theatre • Jacksonville University • www.ju.edu
2800 Univ Blvd North, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 800-225-2027
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Sat
Dec 5 |
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UNF: 4th Annual Feast of Carols
UNF Chorale, Chamber Orchestra, & Brass Ensemble with Community Ensembles
Dr. Cara Tasher, conductor
Tickets: Adults $10, Students free, call Box Office at 620-2878.
Lazzara Hall • University of North Florida • Department of Music • www.unf.edu/coas/music/
1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224 • Phone 904-620-2961
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Sun
Dec 6 |
3:00pm |
JU: Orchestra Holiday Concert
The JU Orchestra rings in the holidays with seasonal selections of classical music and lighter fare.
Terry Concert Hall • Jacksonville University • www.ju.edu
2800 Univ Blvd North, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 800-225-2027
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Sun
Dec 6 |
5:00 pm |
Riverside Community Concert: A Festival of Christmas Music
featuring the combined choirs of Riverside and baritone David Scheininger
Riverside Presbyterian Church • www.rpcjax.org
849 Park St. (corner of Post) • Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-355-4585
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Sun
Dec 6 |
6:00 pm |
JCC: "The Cool Side of Yule Tide"
Jacksonville Children's Chorus (www.jaxchildrenschorus.com) presents "The Cool Side of Yule Tide" Holiday Concert, featuring holiday favorites and world premier arrangements of "O Christmas Tree" and "Swingle Jingle," with guest appearances by the Orange Park Chorale (www.orangeparkchorale.com) and the First Coast Ringers
Mandarin Presbyterian Church • www.mandarinpres.com
West Campus: 12001 Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-680-9944
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Tue
Dec 8 |
6:15 pm |
Music @ Main: Julian Toha, piano
Award-winning classical pianist Julian Toha in a recital featuring works by Bach, Schubert, Scriabin and Barber.
This recital is free and open to the public, and free parking is available. For more information about this and other free Library music programs visit jplmusic.blogspot.com, or call (904) 630-2665.
Jacksonville Main Library • www.jaxpubliclibrary.org
Hicks Auditorium (Conference level), 303 North Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
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Thu
Dec 10 |
8:00 pm |
RFA: Denver Brass 5
denverbrass.org
Location: Church of The Good Shepherd • www.goodshepherd23.org
1100 Stockton Street, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-387-5691
Riverside Fine Arts Concert Series • For tickets, visit riversidefinearts.org
For more information, call 904-389-6222
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Fri-Sun
Dec 11-13 |
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JSO: Holiday Pops
Scott Terrell, conductor • Lynn Roberts, guest artist (www.thejazzcorner.com) • Jacksonville Symphony Chorus • Jacksonville Children’s Chorus
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra • www.jaxsymphony.org • Jacoby Hall • 904-354-5547
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Sat, Dec 12
Sun, Dec 13 |
8:00 pm
2:00 pm |
St. Augustine Community Chorus: CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Messiah selections and other seasonal music • Kathy Vande Berg, Conductor
Visit www.staugustinecommunitychorus.org for more info.
Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Augustine • www.thefirstparish.org
35 Treasury Street, St. Augustine • Phone 904-824-2806
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Sun
Dec 13 |
9:00 am |
Amelia Chapel presents 'A Great and Mighty Wonder'
'A Great and Mighty Wonder' is the title of the Christmas Cantata to be presented by the Amelia Chapel Choir and Orchestra on Sunday, December 13, 2009 at the Sunday worship service beginning with the Prelude at 9:05am.
The 40-voice choir and 20-piece orchestra and organ, directed by RICHARD DICKSON present the 'Christmas Story' through music. The 'story' prompts us to a profound sense of awe and wonder. It is a love story conceived in the heart of a great and mighty God before the creation of time. The gospel of Luke records that after the shepherds had seen the newborn Messiah, they spread the word about what they had experienced. All who heard it were amazed! Even first-century witnesses stood in awe of this wondrous event...and the story continues to stir the hearts and minds of people who heart it afresh each year. Composer and arranger TOM FETTKE takes us again to Bethlehem to experience the fulfillment of God's plan in a humble manager. Beloved and familiar carols along with inspiring new texts and melodies are masterfully blended to create a Christmas worship experience as again we are invited to celebrate the grea tn mighty wonder of God's love!
Amelia Chapel • www.ameliachapel.com
Fernandina Beach, FL • 904-277-4414
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Sun
Dec 13 |
3:00 pm |
Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra: Sounds of the Season
Scott Gregg, conductor
Young listeners will enjoy watching the "big kids" in the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra Philharmonic play yuletide favorites.
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra • www.jaxsymphony.org • Jacoby Hall • 904-354-5547
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Sun
Dec 13 |
6:00 pm |
Music through the Ages: Service of Lessons and Carols
Dating back to 1880, the Service of Lessons and Carols was first presented by the Archbishop of Canterbury. Since 1918 it has been presented each year on Christmas Eve at King's College, Cambridge. The All Saints choir will combine with the Festival Choir from St. Mark's Lutheran and present the traditional Christmas story through a series of Biblical lessons, carols, and readings.
Music through the Ages is a music concert series celebrating 125 years of ministry at
All Saints Episcopal Church • www.allsaintsjax.org
4171 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-737-8488
For more info, contact Zach Klobnak, Director of Music
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Mon
Dec 14 |
6:15 pm |
Music @ Main: Linda Minke & Edith Moore-Hubert
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra cellist Linda Minke and Community Foundation of Jacksonville's 2008 Artist Award winner Edith Moore-Hubert team up for an evening of music for cello and piano.
This recital is free and open to the public, and free parking is available. For more information about this and other free Library music programs visit jplmusic.blogspot.com, or call (904) 630-2665.
Jacksonville Main Library • www.jaxpubliclibrary.org
Hicks Auditorium (Conference level), 303 North Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
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Wed-Thu
Dec 16-17 |
8:00 pm |
EMMA: JACKSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA HOLIDAY POPS
www.jaxsymphony.org
EMMA CONCERT ASSOCIATION • www.emmaconcerts.com • Call for tickets: 904-797-2800
Flagler College Auditorium • www.flagler.edu
14 Granada Street, St. Augustine, FL • Phone 904-829-6481
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Sat
Dec 19 |
2:00 pm |
JCC: "The Cool Side of Yule Tide"
Jacksonville Children's Chorus (www.jaxchildrenschorus.com) presents "The Cool Side of Yule Tide" Holiday Concert, featuring holiday favorites and world premier arrangements of "O Christmas Tree" and "Swingle Jingle," with guest appearances by the Orange Park Chorale (www.orangeparkchorale.com) and the First Coast Ringers
Terry Concert Hall, Jacksonville University • www.ju.edu
2800 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-256-8000
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Sat
Dec 19 |
8:00 pm |
JSO: Handel’s Messiah
Michael Butterman, conductor • Awet Andemicael, soprano • Jennifer Lane, mezzo-soprano • Alex Richardson, tenor • Dean Elzinga, baritone • Jacksonville Symphony Chorus
Amidst the frenzied hustle and bustle, it’s difficult to find an oasis of sanity where the meaning of Christmas isn’t trampled upon. We have your oasis – Handel’s Messiah. Hallelujah!
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra • www.jaxsymphony.org • Jacoby Hall • 904-354-5547
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Sun
Dec 20 |
11:00 am |
Riverside Community Concert: "A Ceremony of Carols" by Benjamin Britten
sung by the Cantata Choir with harpist Kayo Ishimaru
Riverside Presbyterian Church • www.rpcjax.org
849 Park St. (corner of Post) • Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-355-4585
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Sun
Dec 20 |
11:00 am |
MPC: The Magnificat – Giovanni Battisa Pergolesi
MPC Chancel Choir with soloists and String Orchestra
Memorial Presbyterian Church • www.memorialpcusa.org
32 Sevilla St, St. Augustine, FL • Phone 904-829-6451
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Sun
Dec 20 |
6:00 pm |
FIRST COAST RINGERS
directed by Jerald Jay
Join us for an enjoyable family hour of Christmas handbell music, and also some special selections by organist, Rodney Cleveland
Admission free, donations always welcomed
Lakewood Presbyterian Church • www.lpcjax.org
2001 University Blvd, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-733-8055
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Sun-Mon
Dec 20-21 |
7:00 pm |
COOS: On the Riverbank
"On the Riverbank", the music and arts ministry of the Episcopal Church of Our Saviour, presents Menotti’s Christmas opera, Amahl and the Night Visitors. This 50-minute seasonal favorite will feature the Choral Scholars and members of the Parish Choir under the direction of Alan Whitmore, Director of Music Ministries.
There will be two performances, Sunday, December 20 and Monday, December 21, both starting at 7:00 p.m. This presentation is made possible, as a gift to the community, by monies given in memory of Christine Jean Tobias.
As seating is limited, tickets (no charge) will be available, for each performance, to guarantee a place in the audience. Ticket holders will gain admission to the sanctuary from 6:30 – 6:50 p.m. After 6:50 p.m. any seats left unfilled will be available for those who come to the church without a ticket. A free-will offering will be taken to support the music and arts ministry of the parish.
For more information or to reserve/pick up your ticket (available after Nov. 29), please contact the church at 268-9457.
The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour • www.coos.org
12236 Mandarin Road, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-268-9457
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Sun
Dec 27 |
3:00 pm |
Friday Musicale: SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS CONCERT
Friday Musicale concerts are presented for the benefit of the Jacksonville community and are free.
Friday Musicale • www.fridaymusicale.com
645 Oak Street, Jacksonville, FL • Phone 904-355-7584
Contact: Henson Markham, 3rd Vice-Pres., 904-346-0373
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Thu
Dec 31 |
5:00 pm |
Festival of Nine Lesson and Carols
Celebrate the Feast of the Holy Name on New Year's Eve.
St. John’s Cathedral • www.saintjohnscathedral.org
256 East Church Street, Duval at Market Street, Jacksonville • Phone 904-356-5507
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