Cookies, cocoa and holiday music

Cookies, cocoa and holiday music

The Dana School of Music, in Youngstown, will present Carols & Cocoa and the Holiday Concert, both directed by Dr. Hae-Jong Lee, at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 at Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave.

Carols & Cocoa will be performed in Stambaugh’s Ballroom and will feature seasonal favorites, culminating in a holiday sing-along. Dana students bring cookies to share and cocoa will be available. The Dana Chorale, University Chorus, Women’s Chorus, Stambaugh Chorus, Flute Ensemble and Trombone Ensemble will participate.

After a brief intermission, guests are invited upstairs to the Concert Hall where the main concert will feature Handel’s “Messiah.” Participating Dana vocal and instrumental ensembles include the Dana Festival Chorus, Dana Chorale, Dana Symphony Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble 1, Dana Guitar Ensemble and Trinity Brass Quintet.

The Stambaugh Chorus, directed by Dr. Hae-Jong Lee and the Canfield High School Choral Ensemble, directed by Kelly Scurich, will be guest performers.

This annual event has been presented for more than 30 years. “This event continues an important tradition of involving and showcasing most of our vocal and instrumental ensembles,” said Michael Crist, director of the Dana School of Music. “It’s also a fitting tribute as we continue our celebration of the Dana School of Music’s 140th anniversary.”

Tickets may be purchased in advance either in person at the Bliss Hall box office or by phone at (330) 941-3105. Tickets will also be available at the door. Prices are $10 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens, and free for children under 12 and those with a valid YSU ID.

SEE ALSO: HOLIDAY EVENTS.