SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2024 | 3:00 pm or 7:30 pm | Port Theatre

Christmas with the Symphony in Season 30 features one of our audience’s most requested Christmas artists, Festive Brass . Led by Stevan Paranosic , VIS Principal Trumpet Reindeer Games… The Sequel promises a very fun and entertaining show that is sure to put you in the Christmas Spirit.

“Festive Brass are back at with their unique take on Christmas – a fun, stocking full programme of traditional carols and holiday favourites. A stellar brass quintet joined by an all-star rhythm ensemble will delight, with musical selections like a soulful “Silent Night”, with sentimental favourites from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and, of course, Festive Brass’ infamously twisted “Rudolph Dances”. The spectacular Vancouver Island Symphony strings and the VIS Noteworthy Kids join for some beautiful arrangements including “What Child is This?” and “The Angel Choir and the Trumpeter” and also get in on the fun! Brilliantly bold, jazzy, and sometimes downright quirky arrangements coupled with humorous repartee and plenty of personality will have audiences feeling warm, nostalgic, and fully festive!”

CONDUCTOR: Cosette Justo Valdés

GUEST ARTISTS:
Festive Brass
VIS Noteworthy Kids Choir (Patricia Plumley, Choir Director)

Musical Selections:

O Tannenbaum Samba arr. J Koller/N. Rhodes
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen arr. M. Bowker
The Angel Choir & The Trumpeter by C. Dedrick
Berceuse de Noel arr J. Hopson
Silent Night arr. R. Linham
A Festive Brass Carol Remix arr. R. Fraser & B. Hurn
Funky Little Drummer Boy arr. B. Hurn
What Child is this? arr. M. Naughtin
Frosty the Snowman arr. Z. Smith
Christmas Time is Here arr. R. Sterling
You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch arr. D. Gilliland
The Rudolph Dances arr. R. Fraser & B. Hurn & S. Paranosic
White Christmas – Sing-a-long arr. M. Huff

What to wear? Be comfortable. Dress in a way that works for you. If you feel like dressing up, do it and you won’t be the only one, we promise. If you prefer to be more casual you will fit right in as well.

Beverages served prior to concert and during intermission. You can pre-order your beverage before the concert.


Mobile phones are allowed to be on but must be set to silent.


We welcome you to clap when you like what you hear.

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Christmas with the Symphony in Season 30 features one of our audience’s most requested Christmas artists, Festive Brass . Led by Stevan Paranosic , VIS Principal Trumpet Reindeer Games… The Sequel promises a very fun and entertaining show that is sure to put you in the Christmas Spirit.

“Festive Brass are back at with their unique take on Christmas – a fun, stocking full programme of traditional carols and holiday favourites. A stellar brass quintet joined by an all-star rhythm ensemble will delight, with musical selections like a soulful “Silent Night”, with sentimental favourites from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and, of course, Festive Brass’ infamously twisted “Rudolph Dances”. The spectacular Vancouver Island Symphony strings and the VIS Noteworthy Kids join for some beautiful arrangements including “What Child is This?” and “The Angel Choir and the Trumpeter” and also get in on the fun! Brilliantly bold, jazzy, and sometimes downright quirky arrangements coupled with humorous repartee and plenty of personality will have audiences feeling warm, nostalgic, and fully festive!”

CONDUCTOR:
Cosette Justo Valdés

GUEST ARTISTS:
Festive Brass
VIS Noteworthy Kids Choir (Patricia Plumley, Choir Director)

Musical Selections:

O Tannenbaum Samba arr. J Koller/N. Rhodes
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen arr. M. Bowker
The Angel Choir & The Trumpeter by C. Dedrick
Berceuse de Noel arr J. Hopson
Silent Night arr. R. Linham
A Festive Brass Carol Remix arr. R. Fraser & B. Hurn
Funky Little Drummer Boy arr. B. Hurn
What Child is this? arr. M. Naughtin
Frosty the Snowman arr. Z. Smith
Christmas Time is Here arr. R. Sterling
You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch arr. D. Gilliland
The Rudolph Dances arr. R. Fraser & B. Hurn & S. Paranosic
White Christmas – Sing-a-long arr. M. Huff

PERFORMANCE SPONSORS

 

A Few Fun Details...
What to Wear?
Be comfortable. Dress in a way that works for you. If you feel like dressing up, do it and you won’t be the only one, we promise. If you prefer to be more casual you will fit right in as well.
Beverages?
Beverages served prior to concert and during intermission. You can pre-order your beverage before the concert.
Mobile Phones?


Mobile phones are allowed to be on but must be set to silent.

Applause?


We welcome you to clap when you like what you hear.

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