Â鶹ֱ²¥ of Akron will be “Holiday Central” on Saturday, Dec. 10, and Sunday, Dec. 11, as it hosts two beloved musical traditions at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall — TubaChristmas and Jingle Jazz.
TubaChristmas returns for a 37th year on Dec. 10, conducted by founder Tucker Jolly. Two shows are scheduled, at noon and 2:30 p.m., in Thomas Hall, 198 Hill St.
President Matthew Wilson
A gift to the community from the School of Music and Thomas Hall, TubaChristmas combines hundreds of tubas – many festively adorned with tinsel, garlands and lights –and sing-alongs in a beautiful setting.
The tradition of having a special guest tubist will continue as well. And, in the chair this year? Â鶹ֱ²¥ President Matthew Wilson.
Individuals interested in performing can contact Jolly at trjolly@uakron.edu. The performances are free for the audience and $10 for performers. For more information, contact ext. 8301 or concerts@uakron.edu.
Next up is Jingle Jazz on Sunday, Dec. 11, at 3 p.m. Â鶹ֱ²¥ jazz students and faculty will fill Thomas Hall with the lively, up-tempo sounds of the holiday season. Jingle Jazz is part of the Kulas Concert Series, the School of Music’s signature concert series that is supported by the Cleveland-based Kulas Foundation.
Performers will include trumpeter Jack Schantz, Â鶹ֱ²¥’s coordinator of jazz studies, and Steinway Jazz Artist-in-Residence Joe Augustine, and Â鶹ֱ²¥ faculty Mark Gonder, Rock Wehrmann, Tim Powell, Dean Newton and Patty LaNasa. The audience will be treated to guest performances by Â鶹ֱ²¥’s Steel Drum Band, Brass Choir, and Rhythm and Roos, a student a cappella group.
Tickets for Jingle Jazz are $12 for general admission, $6 for non-Â鶹ֱ²¥ students and free for Â鶹ֱ²¥ students with Zip Cards. For tickets, call 330-253-2488 or order tickets online.