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From WSHU's daytime and evening classical programs, Emily Boyer and Lauren Rico give you a heads-up on some of the best music they've selected.

Listen today: the spirit of the season

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Tune in for a day filled with the spirit of the season!

8–9 a.m. | Welcome Christmas!: VocalEssence brings joyful holiday classics and new discoveries to brighten your morning.

9–11 a.m. | St. Olaf Christmas Festival: A beloved tradition featuring sacred and global holiday music performed by over 500 student musicians.

11 a.m.–Noon | A Chanticleer Christmas: The Grammy-winning men’s chorus performs a stunning program from Renaissance masterpieces to uplifting spirituals.

Noon–2 p.m. | Handel’s Messiah: Lauren Rico presents John Rutter’s inspiring performance of Handel’s timeless oratorio.

2–3 p.m. | Carols as Home with Imani Winds: A modern take on classic carols, paired with personal stories from the ensemble.

3–4 p.m. | A Choral Christmas with Stile Antico: The London choir sings radiant Renaissance works in a holiday concert at St. Paul’s Church.

8–10 p.m. | Encore: Handel’s Messiah: Lauren Rico presents John Rutter’s inspiring performance of Handel’s timeless oratorio.

 See the full list of our holiday programs.

Julie Freddino is WSHU's program director. She also hosts Sunday Spotlight and produces Sunday Baroque.