Kerst met John Holiday
Countertenor John Holiday joins the Amsterdam Sinfonietta for an eclectic holiday concert bridging opera, jazz, and gospel. The evening features classical pieces by Bach and Vivaldi, jazz favorites by Gershwin and Duke Ellington, and Carlos Simon's song cycle 'The After Party'. The performance concludes with a festive selection of Christmas carols.
What to Expect
Countertenor John Holiday performs classical arias, jazz songs, and Christmas carols.
Event Details
Food & Drink
An intermission drink is included with admission.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Fans of classical, jazz and christmas music
Vibe
Eclectic and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
€€
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: 4th-rank regular and student/young-person tickets up to age 30: not available. 3rd rank: regular €29.50; students/young people up to 30 €15.00. 2nd rank regular €34.50. 1st rank regular €39.50. Top rank regular €44.50. Prices shown: €15.00–€44.50. A break drink is included. – Get tickets
- Hours: 20:00.
Tips & Advice
- Consider the third-rank student or young-person ticket option if you are aged 30 or under.
- The fourth-rank student and young-person ticket option is unavailable, so choose another available ticket category if needed.
- A drink during the interval is included with admission.
- Listen for Carlos Simon’s *Afterparty*, described as a European premiere in this programme.
Special Events & Promotions
- Student and young-person tickets are available for attendees up to age 30 in the third rank.
- The fourth-rank student and young-person ticket option is unavailable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What music is included in the concert programme?
The programme spans Bach and Vivaldi, Carlos Simon’s song cycle *Afterparty*, spirituals, jazz songs by Gershwin and Duke Ellington, and Christmas carols.
Who performs at the concert?
Countertenor John Holiday performs with Amsterdam Sinfonietta, led by violinist Candida Thompson.
Is a break drink included?
Yes, a drink during the interval is included.
Are reduced tickets available for younger audience members?
Student and young-person tickets are available for people up to age 30 in the third rank; they are unavailable in the fourth rank.
What is *The Afterparty*?
It is a new song cycle by Carlos Simon, written partly on commission from Amsterdam Sinfonietta especially for John Holiday; this performance is its European premiere.
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