St. Louis classical calendar for the week of December 14, 2015

The Songs of Africa Ensemble

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African Musical Arts presents the Songs of Africa Ensemble on Tuesday, December 15, at 7:30 p.m. "Singing in more than 20 different African languages, their performances are audience-interactive, educational, and entertaining! The performance will be in the Goldberg Formal Lounge of the Danforth University Center at 6475 Forsyth Boulevard on the Washington University campus. For more information: africarts.org.

BandTogether presents a Holiday Concert on Saturday, December 19, at 8 PM. "We hope that you will make BandTogether a part of your holiday this year and join us for 'My Favorite Things,' our annual holiday concert. Come celebrate with us and hear classics like 'Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer,' 'The Nutcracker,' “'Charlie Brown Christmas,' and 'O Holy Night,”' among many others. The BandTogether Colorguard will also be performing and showcasing their spinning and dancing skills with a routine set to the classic 'All I Want For Christmas Is You.'" The performance takes place at the 560 Music Center, 560 Trinity in University City, MO. For more information: www.bandtogetherstl.com.

The Chamber Chorus at St. Alphonsus Church

The St. Louis Chamber Chorus presents Concert Three: Christmas - Auf Deutsch! on Sunday, December 20, at 3 p.m. "The centerpiece of our festivities is the richly Romantic Friede auf Erden, an early work by Schoenberg, which is combined with various German carols often arranged by non-Germans! These include Stephen Paulus, John Rutter, and a commission from Yakov Gubanov." The concert takes place at Trinity Lutheran Church, 812 Soulard St. in Soulard. For more information: www.chamberchorus.org

The St. Louis Symphony's Crescendo Circle presents Sips and Symphonies on Thursday, December 17 at 7:00 PM. “What is Sips and Symphonies? It is a great way to learn about music in a fun, casual environment.” A special cocktail is created for each event to accompany the music. The event takes place at The Tavern of Fine Arts, 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The St. Louis Symphony presents A Gospel Christmas with the St. Louis Symphony IN UNISON Chorus conducted by Kevin McBeth, on Thursday, December 17, at 7:30 p.m. "Grammy® Award-winning tenor Thomas Young joins the STL Symphony and IN UNISON Chorus led by Kevin McBeth for a night of soul-stirring Gospel music to celebrate the most joyous of seasons." The concert takes place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

Santa at the symphony

Steven Jarvi conducts the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and Holiday Festival Chorus in the Macy's Holiday Celebration Friday and Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., December 18-20. "Make your spirit bright at Powell Hall as it's transformed into a magical place for all ages! Join us for St. Louis' favorite holiday tradition featuring timeless classics like 'White Christmas,' 'Winter Wonderland,' 'Most Wonderful Time of the Year,' selections from the beloved film The Polar Express, with a visit with jolly ol' St. Nick himself." The concerts take place at Powell Symphony Hall, 718 North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a classical open stage night on Monday, December 14, from 7:30 - 9 PM. “Come by yourself or bring your quartet. Sight read through a Beethoven quartet or use this as an opportunity to put the finishing touches on that Hindemith Viola Sonata you have been working on. All ages and skill levels are welcome. We have a 6' grand piano and an accompanist.” The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a concert of music by Mendelssohn, Smetana, Dubois, and more by the St. Louis Flutete, a flute quartet, on Tuesday, December 15 at 5:30 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.

The Tavern of Fine Arts presents a concert by violinist Ra'Geen Washington on Friday, December 18 at 5:30 p.m. The Tavern of Fine Arts is at 313 Belt in the Debaliviere Place neighborhood. For more information: tavern-of-fine-arts.blogspot.com.