There’s nothing like hearing holiday music played by a world-renowned orchestra and chorus. Head to Orchestra Hall — decked in boughs of holly — for a program of popular carols, holiday favorites and festive surprises. Members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Chicago Symphony Chorus perform lavish, stirring arrangements that are sure to inspire holiday cheer in all.
Christmas Overture
Angels We Have Heard on High
Gloria from Christmas Cantata
Carillon from L’arlésienne, Suite No. 1
Carol of the Bells
Sleigh Ride
Alleluia from The Ballad of the Brown King
The Parade of the Wooden Soldiers
Suite of Carols
Overture to Die Fledermaus
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Christmas in Chicago
The Skaters Waltz
The Many Moods of Christmas, Suite No. 4
Enhance your concert experience by dining at the Thomas Club, offering a prix fixe menu featuring traditional American fare for a seamless preconcert dining experience. Reservations | Learn more and view the menu
On Saturday, December 20 the CSO Latino Alliance will host the annual Noche navideña to gather friends and family for the holiday celebration. Tickets required for entry. Learn more about the event at CSO Latino Alliance »
On Sunday, December 21 after the 4:30 p.m. performance the CSO African American Network will host a postconcert event. Tickets required for entry. Learn more about the event at CSO AAN »
The appearance of the Chicago Symphony Chorus has been made possible by a generous gift from The Grainger Foundation.