Westmont Christmas Festival Explores Theme of Gifts for the King

The festival will feature performances by the Westmont Orchestra, Westmont College Choir, Chamber Singers, and Brass Ensemble, performing a repertoire that includes classical masterpieces, traditional carols, and congregational hymns (1). The Westmont College Choir and Chamber Singers will be conducted by alumnus Daniel Gee (’13) (1). The event aims to engage the Santa Barbara community in celebrating Advent through music and reflection on the spiritual themes associated with the Christmas story (1). [1]

Tickets for the event cost $30 each and are available through the Westmont College website (1). This year, audience members will need to reserve seats when purchasing tickets (1). For ticket information or to purchase by phone, attendees can contact the Granada box office at 805-899-2222 (1). The festival is part of Westmont College’s commitment to fostering a culture of worship and artistic expression that reflects the breadth of human inquiry and endeavor (1). [1]

Westmont College is hosting its 22nd annual Christmas Festival, which will take place on Saturday, Dec. 5, and Sunday, Dec. 6, at the Granada Theatre in Santa Barbara (1). The festival features a theme centered on the Christmas Magi, with the title 'Gifts for the King' (1). This year's event aims to explore how the Magi represent the splendor of all nations in the new Jerusalem and how believers can offer their talents to the glory of God (1). [1]

The festival will include performances by the Westmont Orchestra, Westmont College Choir, Chamber Singers, and Brass Ensemble (1). The repertoire will consist of classical masterpieces, traditional carols, and congregational hymns (1). Alumnus Daniel Gee ('13) will conduct the Westmont College Choir and Chamber Singers (1). [1]

Tickets for the event cost $30 each and are available through the Westmont College website (1). This year, audience members will reserve seats when purchasing tickets (1). For ticket information or to purchase by phone, the Granada box office can be contacted at 805-899-2222 (1). [1]

The festival, themed 'Gifts for the King,' explores the Christmas Magi and their symbolic significance in Christian tradition. According to the event's description, the festival aims to highlight how believers can use their talents in the arts and sciences to glorify God (1). The theme invites reflection on how individuals and communities prepare for the coming of Christ, as emphasized by Ruth Lin, chair of the music department and conductor of the Westmont Orchestra (1). [1]

The festival features performances by the Westmont Orchestra, Westmont College Choir, Chamber Singers, and Brass Ensemble, who will perform a repertoire that includes classical masterpieces, traditional carols, and congregational hymns (1). This selection of music is intended to create a worshipful atmosphere that aligns with the festival's spiritual and artistic goals (1). [1]

Tickets for the event cost $30 each and are available through the Westmont College website (1). This year, audience members will reserve seats when purchasing tickets, a new measure introduced to ensure a more organized and efficient entry process (1). [1]

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