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Festival of Lessons & Carols: UMD Choral Activities

Fri, Dec 4 · 8:00 PM The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

Jason Max Ferdinand, music directorUMD Choral Activities rings in the holidays with its Festival of Lessons and Carols, a tradition now in its 25th year. Choirs, brass quintet and organ combine to perform carols, hymns and spoken word that epitomize hope and bring the joy of the season to life. This event takes place at the UMD Memorial Chapel.

gospel / choral
Get tickets · $25 General Admission; $15 Seniors; $10 Student/Youth

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