Under the direction of Dr. Andrew Schroetter, the Collegiate Choir, Chamber Choir, and Concert Choir will present a program centered on the miracle of Christ’s birth, with particular emphasis on the star that guided the way to the manger.

According to Schroetter, audiences will experience a blend of traditional and contemporary carols, from Wilhousky’s “Carol of the Bells” to Handel’s “And the Glory of the Lord,” alongside works by Mendelssohn, Ritter, Britten, Takach, and more.

The Jazz Band, directed by Dr. Trent Hollinger, director of bands and chair of the music department, will perform four movements from Duke Ellington’s arrangement of the “Nutcracker Suite”: “Overture,” “Arabesque Cookie,” “Sugar Rum Cherry,” and “Dance of the Floreadores.” The work features many students throughout the ensemble.

The concert will conclude with an audience sing-along, featuring a special co-arrangement by senior music technology major Eireland Cady and Dr. Hollinger.

“The Christmas Concert is one of our most beloved traditions,” said Dr. Dylan Marney, chair of the C-SC Civic Engagement, Humanities, and Performing Arts Division and associate professor of music. “Our students have worked diligently to prepare a program that captures the beauty, wonder, and joy of the holiday season. We’re excited to welcome our community to share in this celebration.”

The event is free and open to the public, and all are invited to attend.

Families are invited to enjoy a variety of holiday-themed activities, including cookie decorating, photos with Santa, games facilitated by C-SC students, crafts, and ornament making.

Those planning to attend are asked to register in advance at to help organizers plan for the number of participating children.

Holiday on the Hill is sponsored by 91ֱ�� and the Culver-Stockton Teachers Organization and facilitated by C-SC student leaders.

Admission to this event is free, and tickets do not need to be purchased in advance. Following the concert, guests are welcome to attend a reception in Merillat Chapel and Recital Hall, which will include music provided by the C-SC Jazz Combo.

This event is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item for the Wildcat Campus Cupboard. Advance registration is appreciated and can be completed at 

This event is sponsored by 91ֱ�� and the Culver-Stockton Teacher’s Organization and facilitated by the student leaders at the College.

For more information about this event, please contact Public Relations at pr@culver.edu.

This event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is appreciated and can be completed at . This event is sponsored by 91ֱ��, President Douglas B. Palmer, his wife Cathy, and their sons, and facilitated by the student leaders at the College.

For more information about this event, please contact Public Relations at pr@culver.edu.

The program will begin with the Collegiate Choir singing “Veni, Veni Emmanuel” by John Michael Trotta. The group will also be performing classics, including “Psallite” by Praetorius and the rhythmic spiritual “Go Where I Send Thee!”

Following the Collegiate Choir, the Concert Choir will provide seasonal music by contemporary composers and conclude with the singing of Handel’s famous “Hallelujah” from Messiah. Mary, the Rose of Christmas, will be honored when the Chamber Choir presents “Hosanna.”

The Annual Christmas Concert is free and open to the public. For audiences unable to attend in person, the concert is available for live streaming at: . Following the performance, guests are invited to the Merillat Recital Hall for a dessert reception and music from the Jazz Ensemble.