Christmas Candlelight Concert
Attendees witness the traditional Candlelight Processional and sing carols alongside The Bach Society Chorus and Orchestra under Music Director and Conductor A. Dennis Sparger. The performance highlights classical holiday works, including Mendelssohn's Vom Himmel hoch. Guest soloists soprano Hannah De Priest and baritone Tyler Duncan join the ensemble on stage.
What to Expect
Choral holiday tradition featuring The Bach Society Chorus and Orchestra.
Event Details
Ages
Recommended minimum age of 5 years old.
Neighborhood
Grand Center Arts District
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
The Bach Society of Saint Louis
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday music fans and families
Vibe
Festive and classical
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Ticket prices range from $50-150. – Get tickets
- Hours: 7:30 PM.
- Parking: Prepaid parking is $20 per vehicle per concert during the 26/27 season. It includes the Shepard Lot east of the Jack C. Taylor Music Center and the Delmar Lot north of the center. Shepard Lot entry is from Samuel Shepard Dr.; Delmar Lot entry is from Delmar Blvd. The lot east of the center has 20 ADA spots near the east entrance. Drop-off and pick-up at the main entrance is available via a forecourt accessible from Samuel Shepard Dr.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible seating is available on every level except the Upper Balcony, served by elevators and accessible parking.
- Pets: Trained service dogs are welcome, and aisle seats are recommended.
Tips & Advice
- Buy prepaid parking ahead of the concert, and enter the Shepard Lot from Samuel Shepard Dr or the Delmar Lot from Delmar Blvd.
- Ask for wheelchair-accessible seats when buying tickets, because accessible seating is on every level except the Upper Balcony.
- Book an ASL interpreter or a Braille program at least two weeks ahead through hospitality@slso.org, since both need that much notice.
- Bring a photo ID if you'd like a free assistive listening device, which you can check out at the Guest Services desk.
- Use the drop-off forecourt off Samuel Shepard Dr if someone in your group needs to be let out right at the main entrance.
Special Events & Promotions
- Guest soloists soprano Hannah De Priest and baritone Tyler Duncan join this year's concert.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's on the program?
The evening includes the Candlelight Processional and a carol sing with The Bach Society Chorus and Orchestra. The program also features holiday favourites including Mendelssohn's Vom Himmel hoch, with guest soloists soprano Hannah De Priest and baritone Tyler Duncan.
Does the audience get to sing?
Yes. Everyone joins The Bach Society Chorus and Orchestra to sing carols together.
Where do I park?
Prepaid parking covers two lots. Enter the Shepard Lot, just east of the Jack C. Taylor Music Center, from Samuel Shepard Dr. Enter the Delmar Lot, just north of the center, from Delmar Blvd.
What accessibility options are there?
Wheelchair seating is on every level except the Upper Balcony and can be bought by phone, online or in person. Free companion seats are available for those who need help to attend. Ushers can store walkers and canes, and free assistive listening devices are available from Guest Services with a photo ID.
Is there help for guests with sensory sensitivities?
Yes. Ear plugs and early entry, exit or re-entry can be arranged through hospitality@slso.org or the House Manager on site. A viewing room at the rear of the orchestra level lets guests see and hear the concert outside the main seating.
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