December 13, 2023
One of East Tennessee’s favorite holiday traditions continues as the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra presents the 37th Annual Clayton Holiday Concert entitled “An Olde English Christmas.”
The performances will be held at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium on Friday, Dec. 15, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 16, at 3 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 17, at 3 p.m.
Tickets range from $19-$53, and children’s tickets start at $11. Tickets are available online at knoxvillesymphony.com/concert/clayton-holiday-concert. Groups of 10 or more can purchase tickets at a discounted rate by calling 865-291-3310.
“I am so excited to present the KSO’s 37th annual holiday spectacular, featuring some of our favorite carols and dances from English Christmas traditions, many of which formed the basis of our Yuletide traditions in America,” KSO Music Director Aram Demirjian said. “The English knew how to make holiday music with majesty and splendor, and both qualities will be present in ample amounts with the help of our KSO musicians and extended artistic family in Knoxville.”
“The KSO will be joined by GO! Contemporary Dance Works, Knoxville Choral Society, Webb School Madrigal Singers and the Knoxville Symphony Youth Choir to bring traditional English carols to the stage alongside classic holiday favorites. Highlights include “Twelve Days of Christmas,” “Good King Wenceslas,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” and “Hark the Herald Angels Sing.”
The KSO Clayton Holiday concerts are one of our favorite performances for our season!” said Lisa McKee, Artistic Director of GO! Contemporary Dance Works. “This performance is majestic and magical, a beautiful and grandiose collaboration of music, singing and dancing. It brings to life the beauty of this very special season and Knoxville should be very thankful for this pure and authentic performance. It absolutely never disappoints!”
The 37th Annual Clayton Holiday Concert is sponsored by Clayton Homes, Clayton Volvo and Clayton Foundation. Visit knoxvillesymphony.com for more information.
About the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra
Led by Music Director Aram Demirjian, the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra consists of 80 professional musicians and performs 300 programs throughout the region each season, reaching audiences of more than 200,000 people. The KSO performs in traditional venues such as the Tennessee Theatre, Bijou Theatre and Civic Auditorium, as well as non-traditional places like hospitals, schools, city parks and churches. For more information regarding the KSO, please visit knoxvillesymphony.com or call 865-291-3310.
