HOLIDAY SERIES . . . for kids, parents and grandparents!
2022-2023

THE DOO WOP PROJECT CHRISTMAS
Friday, Dec 2, 2022, 8:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
Gonzalo Farias, David T. Beals III Associate Conductor
Ring in the holiday season with The Doo Wop Project’s brand new ‘Holiday Pops’ concert with the Kansas City Symphony! Featuring Broadway stars of Jersey Boys, Motown: The Musical, and A Bronx Tale, this new symphony experience combines The Doo Wop Project’s celebration of one of America’s most beloved music genres with everyone’s favorite holiday hits, sung in true “Doo Wop style.”
Friday, Dec 2, 2022, 8:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
Gonzalo Farias, David T. Beals III Associate Conductor
Ring in the holiday season with The Doo Wop Project’s brand new ‘Holiday Pops’ concert with the Kansas City Symphony! Featuring Broadway stars of Jersey Boys, Motown: The Musical, and A Bronx Tale, this new symphony experience combines The Doo Wop Project’s celebration of one of America’s most beloved music genres with everyone’s favorite holiday hits, sung in true “Doo Wop style.”

TUBACHRISTMAS
Friday, Dec 9, 2022, 12:00 pm
Experience the sounds of the season, tuba-style! Registration is now open for performers to participate in TubaChristmas 2022 which will again be held outdoors at the Crown Center Square.
BE A PLAYER:
Tuba and Euphonium players are invited to perform in this fun and festive holiday concert. Come dressed for the weather, and in your Christmas finest to add to the ambience. Registration is $10 and must be paid in advance.
ENJOY AS AN AUDIENCE MEMBER:
Audiences may enjoy the free noon-hour performance in the Crown Center Square without a reservation. Bring your own chairs and be ready to sing along to some holiday classics. This event is weather permitting.
Friday, Dec 9, 2022, 12:00 pm
Experience the sounds of the season, tuba-style! Registration is now open for performers to participate in TubaChristmas 2022 which will again be held outdoors at the Crown Center Square.
BE A PLAYER:
Tuba and Euphonium players are invited to perform in this fun and festive holiday concert. Come dressed for the weather, and in your Christmas finest to add to the ambience. Registration is $10 and must be paid in advance.
ENJOY AS AN AUDIENCE MEMBER:
Audiences may enjoy the free noon-hour performance in the Crown Center Square without a reservation. Bring your own chairs and be ready to sing along to some holiday classics. This event is weather permitting.

HANDEL’S MESSIAH
Friday, Dec 9, 2022, 7:00 pm; Saturday, Dec 10, 7:00 pm;
Sunday, Dec 11, 2022, 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
Christopher Allen, guest conductor
Kansas City Symphony Chorus, Charles Bruffy, chorus director
Zoe Allen, soprano; Daniela Mack, mezzo-soprano
Alek Shrader, tenor; Levi Hernandez, baritone
Witness one of the Kansas City Symphony’s most beloved holiday traditions! Featuring the Kansas City Symphony Chorus and some of America’s most accomplished soloists, Handel’s Messiah includes the iconic “Hallelujah Chorus" and sweeping solos portraying one of the greatest stories ever told. Handel’s glorious choral masterpiece will bring hope and joy to your Christmas season.
Friday, Dec 9, 2022, 7:00 pm; Saturday, Dec 10, 7:00 pm;
Sunday, Dec 11, 2022, 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
Christopher Allen, guest conductor
Kansas City Symphony Chorus, Charles Bruffy, chorus director
Zoe Allen, soprano; Daniela Mack, mezzo-soprano
Alek Shrader, tenor; Levi Hernandez, baritone
Witness one of the Kansas City Symphony’s most beloved holiday traditions! Featuring the Kansas City Symphony Chorus and some of America’s most accomplished soloists, Handel’s Messiah includes the iconic “Hallelujah Chorus" and sweeping solos portraying one of the greatest stories ever told. Handel’s glorious choral masterpiece will bring hope and joy to your Christmas season.

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
Thursday, December 15, 2022, 7:00 pm; Friday, December 16, 7:00 pm; Saturday, December 17, 1:00 and 7:00 pm; Sunday, December 18, 2022, 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
Gonzalo Farias, David T. Beals III Associate Conductor
Kansas City Symphony Chorus, Charles Bruffy, chorus director
Bring your family to experience the concert that feels like Christmas! Beautiful arrangements of carols and songs of the season are performed by your KC Symphony, Symphony Chorus and amazing special guests. From the family sing-along to an early visit from Santa, come and take a musical sleigh ride with us!
Thursday, December 15, 2022, 7:00 pm; Friday, December 16, 7:00 pm; Saturday, December 17, 1:00 and 7:00 pm; Sunday, December 18, 2022, 2:00 pm
Helzberg Hall | Kauffman Center
Gonzalo Farias, David T. Beals III Associate Conductor
Kansas City Symphony Chorus, Charles Bruffy, chorus director
Bring your family to experience the concert that feels like Christmas! Beautiful arrangements of carols and songs of the season are performed by your KC Symphony, Symphony Chorus and amazing special guests. From the family sing-along to an early visit from Santa, come and take a musical sleigh ride with us!