A Cantata Christmas

Saturday, December 14, 2024
7:30 PM
St. Paul’s Parish, Cambridge

The Program

A Cantata Christmas
Noah Horn, Music Director

Gather ‘round the holiday fire with Cantata Singers. This December, celebrate the holidays with a magical evening of choral music.

Imagine the warm glow and rich acoustics of St. Paul's Parish. The concert weaves a beautiful tapestry of sound, featuring:

  • Beloved carols that will bring back warm memories of Christmases and holidays past.

  • Masterpieces that transport you to a bygone era.

  • Uplifting works that celebrate the joy of the season.

This is a concert experience you won't want to miss! Make A Cantata Christmas a cherished part of your holiday traditions.

Program

Giovanni Gabrieli: O Jesu mi dulcissime
Giovanni Gabrieli: Hodie Christus natus est à 10
Johann Sebastian Bach: Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern, BWV 1
Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern
Du wahrer Gottes und Marien Sohn
Erfüllet, ihr himmlischen, göttlichen Flammen
Ein ird’scher Glanz, ein leiblich Licht
Unser Mund und Ton der Saiten
Wie bin ich doch so herzlich froh
Felix Mendelssohn: Ave Maria
R. Nathaniel Dett: O holy Lord
Ryan Brandau: Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Alice Parker: We Wish You a Merry Christmas
David Willcocks: Deck the hall
David Willcocks: Five Christmas Carols (audience participation welcome!)
God rest you merry, gentlemen
O come, all ye faithful
Unto us is born a son
The first Nowell
Hark! the herald angels sing

  • ~ 75 minutes

    • A limited number of metered parking spaces are available around the church building and Harvard Square.

    • Click here for parking garages and lots in the area.

    More information HERE.

    • Approx. 7 minute walk from Harvard Square on the MBTA Red Line

    • Nearby bus lines: 1, 68, 69

  • Wear what makes you feel comfortable!