Name: Cape Ann Symphony: 2026 Holiday Pops
Start: 2026-11-28T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-11-28T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Ipswich High School

The Program

Anderson Christmas Festival
arr. Reed Greensleeves
arr. Sebesky A Christmas Scherzo
Custer Chanukah Festival
Tchaikovsky Nutcracker Selections
arr. Higgins Christmas on Broadway (Ipswich only)
Pinkzebra Winter Lullaby
Holcomb Festive Sounds of Hannukah
Rutter What Sweeter Music
arr. McElory Rejoice! How Great Our Joy

Full Orchestra Concert

2026 Holiday Pops Concert

November 2026 Concert

Saturday, November 28, 2026, 2:00pm, Ipswich High School

Saturday, November 28, 2026, 7:30pm, Manchester Essex RHS

Sunday, November 29, 2026, 2:00pm, Manchester Essex RHS

Our Holiday Pops Concert returns as a beloved family favorite, featuring the Cape Ann Symphony Chorus under the joyful direction of Brittany Betts. This festive celebration brings seasonal magic through multiple performances filled with warmth and cheer. The program sparkles with Leroy Anderson's joyful Christmas Festival and a gorgeous arrangement of the timeless Greensleeves. Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker Selections transport audiences through the enchanted world of Clara and her Prince with favorites including the spirited Trepak, elegant Waltz of the Flowers, and charming character dances. The concert celebrates the Festival of Lights with both Custer's grand Chanukah Festival in full orchestra splendor and Holcomb's Festive Sounds of Hannukah. Broadway magic shines through John Higgins' delightful Christmas on Broadway arrangement, while Sebesky's playful Christmas Scherzo and Pinkzebra's tender Winter Lullaby add moments of whimsy and reflection. The program also features John Rutter's exquisite choral work What Sweeter Music and the jubilant Rejoice! How Great Our Joy. The concert concludes with a joyous sing-along that brings the entire audience together in the spirit of the season — a perfect way to celebrate the holidays with your community!

Tickets

Our Ticket Levels:

Adult to age 65
Senior age 65 and above
Student any age with a valid student ID
Youth ages 12 and under

Quantity

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Adult ($65)
Senior ($60)
Student ($20)
Youth ($5)

Select the Concert Date.

Sat, Nov 28, 2pm, Ipswich High School
Sat, Nov 28, 7:30pm, Manchester Essex RHS
Sun, Nov 29, 2pm, Manchester Essex RHS

Venue Information

Saturday’s 2:00 pm concert

Add this concert to your personal calendar 11/28/2026 02:00 PM 11/28/2026 05:00 PM America/New_York CAS: 2026 Holiday Pops Cape Ann Symphony info@capeannsymphony.org 90 Our Holiday Pops Concert returns as a beloved family favorite, featuring the Cape Ann Symphony Chorus under the joyful direction of Brittany Betts. This festive celebration brings seasonal magic through multiple performances filled with warmth and cheer. The program sparkles with Leroy Anderson's joyful Christmas Festival and a gorgeous arrangement of the timeless Greensleeves. Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker Selections transport audiences through the enchanted world of Clara and her Prince with favorites including the spirited Trepak, elegant Waltz of the Flowers, and charming character dances. The concert celebrates the Festival of Lights with both Custer's grand Chanukah Festival in full orchestra splendor and Holcomb's Festive Sounds of Hannukah. Broadway magic shines through John Higgins' delightful Christmas on Broadway arrangement, while Sebesky's playful Christmas Scherzo and Pinkzebra's tender Winter Lullaby add moments of whimsy and reflection. The program also features John Rutter's exquisite choral work What Sweeter Music and the jubilant Rejoice! How Great Our Joy. The concert concludes with a joyous sing-along that brings the entire audience together in the spirit of the season — a perfect way to celebrate the holidays with your community! Ipswich High School, 134 High Street, Ipswich MA01938

Ipswich High School

Ipswich High School, 134 High Street, Ipswich, MA 01938

Learn more about Ipswich High School.

Saturday’s 7:30 pm concert

Add this concert to your personal calendar 11/28/2026 07:30 PM 11/28/2026 10:30 PM America/New_York CAS: 2026 Holiday Pops Cape Ann Symphony info@capeannsymphony.org 90 Our Holiday Pops Concert returns as a beloved family favorite, featuring the Cape Ann Symphony Chorus under the joyful direction of Brittany Betts. This festive celebration brings seasonal magic through multiple performances filled with warmth and cheer. The program sparkles with Leroy Anderson's joyful Christmas Festival and a gorgeous arrangement of the timeless Greensleeves. Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker Selections transport audiences through the enchanted world of Clara and her Prince with favorites including the spirited Trepak, elegant Waltz of the Flowers, and charming character dances. The concert celebrates the Festival of Lights with both Custer's grand Chanukah Festival in full orchestra splendor and Holcomb's Festive Sounds of Hannukah. Broadway magic shines through John Higgins' delightful Christmas on Broadway arrangement, while Sebesky's playful Christmas Scherzo and Pinkzebra's tender Winter Lullaby add moments of whimsy and reflection. The program also features John Rutter's exquisite choral work What Sweeter Music and the jubilant Rejoice! How Great Our Joy. The concert concludes with a joyous sing-along that brings the entire audience together in the spirit of the season — a perfect way to celebrate the holidays with your community! Manchester Essex RHS, 36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-By-The-Sea MA01944

Manchester Essex RHS

Manchester Essex RHS, 36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944

Learn more about Manchester Essex RHS.

Sunday’s 2:00 pm concert

Add this concert to your personal calendar 11/29/2026 02:00 PM 11/29/2026 05:00 PM America/New_York CAS: 2026 Holiday Pops Cape Ann Symphony info@capeannsymphony.org 90 Our Holiday Pops Concert returns as a beloved family favorite, featuring the Cape Ann Symphony Chorus under the joyful direction of Brittany Betts. This festive celebration brings seasonal magic through multiple performances filled with warmth and cheer. The program sparkles with Leroy Anderson's joyful Christmas Festival and a gorgeous arrangement of the timeless Greensleeves. Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker Selections transport audiences through the enchanted world of Clara and her Prince with favorites including the spirited Trepak, elegant Waltz of the Flowers, and charming character dances. The concert celebrates the Festival of Lights with both Custer's grand Chanukah Festival in full orchestra splendor and Holcomb's Festive Sounds of Hannukah. Broadway magic shines through John Higgins' delightful Christmas on Broadway arrangement, while Sebesky's playful Christmas Scherzo and Pinkzebra's tender Winter Lullaby add moments of whimsy and reflection. The program also features John Rutter's exquisite choral work What Sweeter Music and the jubilant Rejoice! How Great Our Joy. The concert concludes with a joyous sing-along that brings the entire audience together in the spirit of the season — a perfect way to celebrate the holidays with your community! Manchester Essex RHS, 36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-By-The-Sea MA01944

Manchester Essex RHS

Manchester Essex RHS, 36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944

Learn more about Manchester Essex RHS.

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