2017 Holiday Programs on 88.9WCVE Richmond Public Radio

Throughout December, join our classical, jazz, blues, world and folk music hosts for a wide range of holiday pieces, day and night, some familiar and some less so, but all pleasantly situated for the season. Here are some our special broadcasts:

With Heart and VoiceFeaturing choral and organ music of longing, expectation, and anticipation for the Advent journey.December 3 at 10 pm

With Heart and VoiceMore music of preparation and anticipation during Advent with host Peter DuBois.December 10 at 10 pm

Candles Burning Brightly Host Mindy Ratner explores Hanukkah through foods, traditional activities, and plenty of music.December 11 at 8 pm

Hanukkah Lights 2017All-new Hanukkah stories hosted by Susan Stamberg and Murray Horwitz. A perennial NPR favorite!December 11 at 9 pm

Slavic Wonders Christmas with the Rose EnsembleA stunning celebration of the season. Hear soaring soprano lines to the signature Slavic sound of rumbling basses. December 17 at 8 pm

A Mexican Baroque Christmas with the Rose Ensemble Two centuries of Christmas dances and songs from the great cathedrals of Puebla and Mexico City.December 17 at 9 pm

With Heart and VoicePeter DuBois shares great choral and organ music in anticipation of Christmas.December 17 at 10 pm

Central Virginia Wind Symphony’s Holiday Program, directed by WCVE’s own Mike GoldbergIn its 13th season, the ensemble is composed of the most talented musicians from 25 area high schools.December 19 at 2 pm

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All Saints’ Nine Lessons and CarolsThe annual service from the Richmond’s All Saints Choir of Men and Boys, including many favorites and a newly commissioned carol by composer, Dr. Joseph M. Daniel. December 20 at 1 pm

Handel’s MessiahHost George Maida brings you the annual airing of Handel’s masterpiece on the life of Christ.December 22 at 10 pm

Christmassy, Wintery Sound of SwingSeasonal pieces not frequently heard, even around the holidays, from host Steve Clark.December 23 at 12 pm

Holiday World Music Show Songs depicting the Sephardic Jewish experience, Cajun Christmas Carols, and a Ukrainian Bell Carol. Plus, hear “Eight Little Candles,” sung in Hebrew by NPR’s Ari Shapiro, as well as what constituted a Christmas song by Mexican composer Esqivel, a Latin Spike Jones. Just for kicks, we'll check out Holiday Dub Carols.December 23 at 8 pm

32nd Annual Presentation of the Christmas Edition of The Electric CroudeHear unusual gems from around the world–festive music never aired on commercial radio broadcasts.December 23 at 10 pm

A Festival of Nine Lessons and CarolsMichael Barone hosts this legendary live service from the chapel of King’s College in Cambridge, England. December 24 at 10 am

Christmas with the Morehouse and Spelman Glee ClubsTwo of the most prestigious, historically black institutions present a spine-tingling concert program with their trademark mixture of spirituals and carols.December 24 at 12 pm

2017 Holiday Programs on 88.9WCVE Richmond Public Radio (cont.)

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The Thistle and ShamrockA lavish Celtic celebration of the holidays with host Fiona Ritchie. December 24 at 1 pm

The Folk SamplerMike Flynn has a sampler of Americana for the season. December 24 at 2 pm

A Festival of Nine Lessons and CarolsHost Michael Barone presents this legendary, live service of Biblical readings and Christmas music fromthe chapel of King’s College in Cambridge, England. December 24 at 8 pm

With Heart and VoiceJoyous music of the season continues as host Peter DuBois shares holiday choral and organ favorites, both old and new.December 24 at 10 pm

Performance TodayMusical highlights from concert halls, churches, and museums around the globe as Fred Child hosts Performance Today's annual Christmas celebration.December 25 at 9 am

St. Olaf Christmas FestivalHymns, carols, choral works, and orchestral selections featuring more than 500 student musicians and the St. Olaf Orchestra.December 25 at 11 am

An Elizabethan Christmas with the Rose Ensemble The Rose Ensemble brings the time of the Tudors to life through tender carols and soaring anthems. December 25 at 1 pm

Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Mormon Tabernacle Choir continues its tradition of artistry with familiar carols and new classics. December 25 at 2 pm

Jazz Piano Christmas XXXIIIJoin host Felix Contreras along with the Kennedy Center and NPR Music for a distinctively jubilant, Mardi Gras-themed holiday concert of seasonal favorites.December 25 at 8 pm

An Afro Blue ChristmasJoin host Michele Norris for a very special holiday concert with Howard University’s premiere vocal ensemble, Afro Blue and special guest pianist, Cyrus Chestnut. Hear the a capella group perform holiday songs including African-American spirituals, jazz and pop tunes, and classical repertoire.December 25 at 9 pm

Central Virginia Wind Symphony’s Holiday Program, directed by WCVE’s Mike GoldbergNow in its 13th season, the ensemble is composed of the most talented musicians from 25 area high schools.December 25 at 10 pm

All Saints’ Nine Lessons and CarolsThe annual service from the Richmond’s All Saints Choir of Men and Boys, including many favorites and a newly commissioned carol by composer, Dr. Joseph M. Daniel. December 25 at 11 pm

New Year’s Day from Vienna 2018The Vienna Philharmonic presents its ever-popular New Year’s Day concert from the Golden Hall of the Musikverein in Vienna. You'll hear favorite waltzes, polkas, and more - a festive way to start off the New Year.January 1 at 11 am

Capitol StepsThe New Year’s edition of “Politics Takes a Holiday,” with the troupe's satiric songs, roasts, and toasts on the international political scene.January 1 at 7 pm