Nothing gets you into the Christmas spirit quite like holiday music. From kid-friendly tunes such as “Frosty the Snowman” to peaceful staples like “The First Noel,” every note embodies the joy and warmth of the season. And here in Northern Virginia, there are plenty of opportunities to revel in the tunes, thanks to these local chorale organizations.
Spend the holidays with Encore Creativity
This holiday season, the talented vocalists of Encore Creativity for Older Adults are traveling across Northern Virginia to perform for their community members. From Christmas classics to songs from famed-British pop band the Beatles, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Sentimental Journey Singers and Fairfax Chorale
Dec. 1, 2 p.m.
St. George’s United Methodist Church: 4910 Ox Road, Fairfax; free
Reston and Fairfax Chorales
Dec. 13, 7 p.m.
Heritage Fellowship Church: 2501 Fox Mill Road, Reston; free
Alexandria, DC & Fairfax ROCKS
Dec. 20, 7:30 p.m.
Wakefield High School: 1325 S. Dinwiddie St., Arlington; free
All Encore Chorales
Dec. 26, 6 p.m.
The Kennedy Center: 2700 F. St. NW, Washington, DC; free
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The Reston Chorale
Carol Sing-Along
Nov. 29, 6 p.m.
As the holiday season has officially arrived, it’s time to join the community of Reston in the annual tree lighting ceremony. Once the tree is lit, join members of The Reston Chorale in singing holiday favorites like “Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer” and “Jingle Bell Rock.” // Reston Town Center Pavilion: 11900 Market St., Reston; free
The Wonder of the Season
Dec. 7, 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
This year’s holiday concert will take place in the Reston Community Center, with soprano Meagian Sill leading the chamber ensemble. Plus, seasonal favorites for all ages will be sung at both performances. // Reston Community Center: 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston; $20-$25
Reston Sings: Handel’s Messiah
Dec. 17, 7 p.m.
The Reston Chorale presents the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah at this evening performance. All audience members are welcome to sing along, too. // St. John Neumann Catholic Church: 11900 Lawyers Road, Reston; $5-$15
Fairfax Choral Society
Bach Cantata 140 and Traditional Carols
Dec. 15, 4-6 p.m.
At this special event, the Symphonic Chorus of the Fairfax Choral Society will perform one of Bach’s most mature and sacred cantatas, now primarily recognized as a religious tune. Following the show, the youth choruses will come on stage to spread holly jolly cheer. // St. Luke Catholic Church: 7001 Georgetown Pike, McLean; free-$40
The Vienna-Falls Chorus
Vienna Holiday Stroll
Dec. 2, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
The Vienna-Falls, all-women Chorus will make an appearance at the annual holiday stroll, featuring the historic tree lighting, local vendors and other festivities for all ages. Throughout the evening, the choir will sing songs both familiar and new. // Along Church Street, Vienna; free
Vienna’s Festival of the Lights
Dec. 7, noon-12:45 p.m.
Join the local community in this annual celebration of lights, paired with a unique performance by the Vienna-Falls Chorus. // Old Town Square, Fairfax; free
Arlington Chorale
Holiday Concert
Dec. 9, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
This informal, Monday night concert will bring the Arlington community together for a night of joyful singalong holiday tunes. // Westover Baptist Church: 1125 Patrick Henry Drive, Arlington; free
Loudoun Chorale
A Loudoun Lessons & Carols
Dec. 7, 7 p.m. & Dec. 8, 4 p.m.
Readings, poetry and songs of the season will be presented at this holiday event, hosted by the Loudoun Chorale and its talented performers. // St. Andrew Presbyterian Church: 711 W. Main St., Unit 3022, Purcellville & Loudoun Chorale: 835 Lee Ave. SW, Leesburg; $15-20
