Performance Details

Jarrett sings selections from Vaughan Williams’ Five Mystical Songs and O Holy Night

William Eddins Conductor
Charlotte Blake Alston Speaker
Jarrett Ott Baritone
Mendelssohn Chorus of Philadelphia
Dominick DiOrio Director

Mendelssohn “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing”
Traditional “Away in a Manger”
Traditional “God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen”
Vaughan Williams Selections from Five Mystical Songs
Tchaikovsky/freely arr. Ellington and Strayhorn Selections from The Nutcracker Suite
Various A Charleston Christmas 
Adam “O Holy Night”
Holst “In the Bleak Midwinter”
Tovey “The Rittenhouse Carol”
Anderson Sleigh Ride
Various Medley of Christmas Favorites
Wade “O Come, All Ye Faithful”

You can almost hear the stamping of the reindeer hooves on the roof in these concerts, beloved by fans since the iconic Glorious Sound of Christmas® recording with Eugene Ormandy and the Orchestra was released in 1962. One of Your Philadelphia Orchestra’s favorite guest conductors—and a favorite with orchestras around the world—William Eddins returns to lead this rousing celebration. Order early to reserve the best seats for a joyful holiday celebration with family and friends!