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Mondavi Center Presents

American Bach Soloists & American Bach Choir

A Baroque Christmas
Jeffery Thomas, artistic director & conductor

American Bach Soloists and Choir on stage at Jackson Hall
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For years, the American Bach Soloists have filled Jackson Hall with the splendor of Handel’s Messiah. This year, they return with a new name and a Baroque Christmas program packed with portions of Messiah, interwoven with festive works celebrating the spirit of the season.

Recognized worldwide as one of the foremost interpreters of Bach and the Baroque, conductor Jeffrey Thomas is sure to lead an evening of radiant melodies and holiday cheer.

Program List

  • Noël sur les instruments, H. 531 and 534

    Marc-Antoine Charpentier

  • Concerto Grosso in G Minor, op. 6, no. 8, (“Christmas Concerto”)

    Arcangelo Corelli

  • Messiah (Christmas portion + “Hallelujah” chorus)

    George Frideric Handel

Sponsored by

  • Season Sponsor The Nancy and Hank Fisher Family Fund

    The Nancy and Hank Fisher Family Fund

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