The National Philharmonic's Messiah concerts are among the most popular seasonal performances in the area. Celebrate the holidays with the National Philharmonic Chorale and a talented cast of soloists as they raise their voices in such favorites as "The Trumpet Shall Sound," "And the Glory of the Lord" and, of course, the "Hallelujah Chorus." Learn more...
National Philharmonic Performs Handel's Masterpiece, Messiah
Music Center at Strathmore (North Bethesda, MD)
Choral Arts Society of Washington's Christmas Concert at the Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center - Concert Hall (Washington, DC)
Experience the warmth of the season from the opening processional to the final notes of this holiday concert from the Choral Arts Society of Washington. The whole family will delight in the majestic sound of the chorus, full orchestra and soloist Kelley Nassief as they perform renditions of beloved carols, classic masterpieces and favorite sing-alongs. Learn more...
Duke Ellington Show Choir Sings Amahl and the Night Visitors and A Motown Christmas
Ellington Theatre (Georgetown, DC)
The renowned Duke Ellington Show Choir presents its annual Christmas show with the one-act opera Amahl and the Night Visitors, the timeless story of a boy and his mother who discover the true meaning of Christmas. The second half of the program features the spirited Motown Christmas, with solo and ensemble performances by the Duke Ellington School of the Arts' talented singers. Learn more...
Renaissance Holiday Music: A Spanish Christmas from the Folger Consort
Folger Theatre (Washington, DC)
The Folger Consort presents A Spanish Christmas, an evening of music from Spain's "Golden Age" of the 16th and 17th centuries. Known for playing the music of the Renaissance, the Consort will perform motets and carols, with guest vocalists The Concord Ensemble, as well as an array of talented instrumentalists. Learn more...
Alexandria Symphony Orchestra's Children's Holiday Concert
Alfred Street Baptist Church (Alexandria, VA)
The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra celebrates the season with traditional carols and a twist on a familiar favorite, Duke Ellington's take on Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite. After the performance, audience members can enjoy a reception featuring treats, sweets and holiday cheer. Learn more...
Prince William Symphony Orchestra Presents A Baroque Holiday
Metz Auditorium (Manassas, VA)
The Prince William Symphony Orchestra presents festive good cheer from the 18th century. The program for the evening will include Bach's Orchestral Extravaganza, Handel's Music for the Royal Fireworks and Corelli's famous Christmas Concerto with special young guests from local schools. Learn more...
Cavani Quartet Plays Mendelssohn, Bartok, and Szymanowski
Wilde Lake Interfaith Center (Columbia, MD)
The Cavani String Quartet, winner of the prestigious Naumburg Chamber Music Award, has been described by The Washington Post as "completely engrossing, powerful, and elegant." Formed in 1984, the Cavani Quartet is named after the 19th century violin makers Giovanni and Vincenzo Cavani. They'll play chamber works by Mendelssohn, Bartok, and Szymanowski. Learn more...