Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 7PM -- ASU in Concert
ASU's annual orchestral and choral holiday concert, recorded in 2006. Includes the fun-filled 12 Days of Christmas - A Musicological Journey. Hosted by Michael Dauphinais.
Friday, December 11, 2009 at 7PM -- Chanukah in Story and Song
Narrated by Leonard Nimoy and sung by acclaimed vocal sextet The Western Wind Vocal Ensemble. 25 eclectic selections, from the Ladino songs of the Spanish Jews and Yiddish melodies of Eastern Europe to modern Israeli tunes and the ensemble's original version of "I Have a Little Dreydl."
Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 7PM -- Eight Candles
A KBAQ-produced award-winning program celebrating the mystery and spirit of Chanukah. Hosted by Sterling Beeaff and Jane Hilton.
Monday, December 14, 2009 at 7PM -- A Mexican Baroque Christmas with the Rose Ensemble
The Rose Ensemble performs A Mexican Baroque Christmas: two centuries of festive Christmas dances and songs from the great cathedrals of Puebla and Mexico City.
Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 7PM -- ASU in Concert
The ASU Symphony Orchestra and Choral Union, Symphonic Chorale, Men's Chorus, Women’s Chorus, and Chamber Singers join forces for a massive holiday extravaganza, recorded in 2007. Hosted by Michael Dauphinais.
Friday, December 18, 2009 at 7PM -- A Chanticleer Christmas
America’s finest male chorus celebrates the mystery and wonder of Christmas with traditional and best-loved seasonal songs from Gregorian chant to gospel. The San Francisco-based chorus is recognized worldwide for its brilliant technique and musicality.
Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 7PM -- The Best Gifts
Sterling Beeaff hosts a gift of Christmas spoken, sung and played in a program of treasures from the KBAQ archive. Enjoy performances from long ago and only yesterday with familiar voices and the meanings of Christmas.
Monday, December 21, 2009 at 7PM -- Echoes of Christmas from the Dale Warland Singers
The Dale Warland Singers' holiday concert is beloved by public radio listeners nationwide, with its moving selections of choral classics celebrating Christmas. Dale Warland and host Brian Newhouse create a very special musical treat.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at 7PM -- Southwest Season Ticket: the Phoenix Chorale sings Laud to the Nativity
The Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale presents a variety of holiday works, including Ottorino Respighi's magnificent Laud to the Nativity. Hosted by Jane Hilton.
Thursday, December 24, 2009 at 8AM -- A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
This live broadcast from the chapel of King's College in Cambridge, England presents the legendary Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols service as performed by the 30-voice King's College Choir...it's been a KBAQ favorite since we went on the air 16 years ago.
Thursday, December 24, 2009 at 7PM -- ASU in Concert
ASU's annual holiday concert, recorded in 2008, includes Balmage's Fantasy on "We Three Kings" and Baker's Chanson Joyeuse. Hosted by Robert Alitzer.
Friday, December 25, 2009 at 7PM -- A Leroy Anderson Christmas
Hosted by conductor Leonard Slatkin and the composer's son Kurt Anderson, this delightful holiday package features performances of Leroy Anderson’s Christmas music with Slatkin conducting the BBC Concert Orchestra, and Leroy Anderson himself in historical recordings with his Pops Concert Orchestra.
Friday, January 1, 2010 at 7PM -- New Year's Day from Vienna 2010
A long-standing tradition brings you a sparkling celebration live from Vienna on New Year's Day 2010. This concert comes from the Golden Hall at the Musikverein in Vienna, where the Vienna Philharmonic presents its annual New Year’s Day from Vienna, including your favorite waltzes, polkas, and so much more.
