St. Louis classical calendar for the week of November 27, 2017

Nicholas McGegan
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The Chamber Music Society of St. Louis presents Baroque'n Reeds and Bows on Monday, November 27, at 7:30 pm. "Renowned British conductor Nicholas McGegan returns November 27 to lead an entertaining program of Handel, Bach, Vivaldi and more featuring the oboe, harpsichord and strings. McGegan previously taught at Washington University and has also appeared with the St. Louis Symphony. He currently serves as Music Director for San Francisco's Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra." The program takes place at the Sheldon Ballroom on Washington in Grand Center. For more information: chambermusicstl.org.

The Missouri Women's Chorus presents Songs of the British Isles on Sunday, December 3, at 3 pm. "The Missouri Women's Chorus and Conductor Scott Schoonover invite you to attend a concert featuring some of the most hauntingly beautiful folk tunes from England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Focusing on the work and the lives of the women from these islands the concert will weave the slower, more poignant lullabies with the lively pieces sung during work and dance." The performance takes place at Union Avenue Christian Church, 733 Union in the Central West End. For more information: missouriwomenschorus.org.

The St. Louis Children's Choirs present a Holiday Concert on Sunday, December 2, at 1 pm. " There's nothing as moving as children's voices to inspire your holiday season! Hear all six ensembles of talented young singers--ages 6 to 18--of The St. Louis Children's Choirs performing Christmas carols and holiday favorites old and new. Outstanding professional instrumentalists collaborate with the young singers in this St. Louis holiday tradition. The thrilling concert finale includes all 450 young voices filling the hall--an experience you won't want to miss." The performance takes place at Powell Hall in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Kitharo Duo

The St. Louis Classical Guitar Society presents a Great Artist Guitar Series concert with The Kitharo Duo on Saturday, December 2, at 8 pm. "Olga Amelkina-Vera grew up in Belarus and moved to the United States in 1997. Fernand Vera, born to a French mother and an Ecuadorian father, is a native of Houston, Texas. Multi-talented artists as performers, composers, and teachers, their debut CD, Beings (2011), included the world premiere recordings of Olga's critically acclaimed music for the Duo." The performance takes at the Ethical Society of St. Louis, 9001 Clayton Road. For more information: guitarstlouis.net.

Nicholas McGegan conducts The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in an all-Vivaldi program, featuring Vivaldi's Gloria, Friday and Saturday, December 1 and 2, at 8 pm "From the bright opening of "Gloria in excelsis Deo" to the meditative melodies throughout, Vivaldi's uplifting and inspiring choral work will bring the joy and splendor of the holiday season to your heart." The performance takes place at Powell Hall in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

Leslie Odom, Jr.

Lee Musiker conducts The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra in An Evening With Leslie Odom, Jr. on Sunday, December 3, at 7 pm. "Multifaceted performer Leslie Odom, Jr., best known for originating the Tony Award-winning role of Aaron Burr in the original cast of Broadway's Hamilton and his role in the TV series Smash, joins the SLSO for an extraordinary event. Performing hits from his debut solo album that quickly rose to number one on the Billboard and iTunes Jazz charts and more, this one-night-only concert is the perfect way to begin your holiday season." The performance takes place at Powell Hall in Grand Center. For more information: stlsymphony.org.

The Washington University Department of Music presents a student recital by Heather Chung, violin; Sam Shonfeld, cello; and Sarah Liu, piano on Thursday, November 30, at 7 pm. The concert features music by Bach, Beethoven, and Samuel Barber, and takes place at the 560 Music Center at 560 Trinity in University City. For more information, music.wustl.edu or call 314-935-5566.

The Washington University Department of Music presents a Guitar Gala on Friday, December 1, at 8 pm. The concert includes music by Tarrega, Bach, and Poulenc and takes place in Graham Chapel on the Washington University campus. For more information, music.wustl.edu or call 314-935-5566.

The Washington University Department of Music presents a concert by the Washington University Symphony Orchestra on Sunday, December 3, at 7 pm. The concert features Vivaldi's The Four Seasons and selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker and takes place at the 560 Music Center at 560 Trinity in University City. For more information, music.wustl.edu or call 314-935-5566.