TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama College of Arts and Sciences School of Music will present its annual show of holiday music, “Hilaritas,” on Friday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. in the Concert Hall of the Moody Music Building on campus.
The performances will feature the Alabama Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Thomas Wolfe, UA associate professor, and the University Singers under the direction of Gregory Gentry, UA assistant professor.
“Hilaritas” is a Greek word that translates loosely into “Live joyfully, and be proud of what you are.” The program has been a Tuscaloosa holiday tradition since 1969 when the University Singers and the Jazz Ensemble gave their first performance of holiday music by this name.
Ticket prices are $12, $8, and half price for students, seniors, and children and are available by calling the UA School of Music Box Office at 205/348-7111.
Contact
Ryan Davis or Linda Hill, Office of Media Relations, 205/348-8325, lhill@ur.ua.edu