Events

The Suzuki Flute Method was brought to the DC area by Charlotte Day, who was soon joined by her colleague and friend, Joyce Bennett. Throughout decades of dedicated instruction, they touched the lives of hundreds of students and many future teachers. Many Suzuki Flute teachers have since joined the ranks, and together, we have a […]

The Michael and Cate Todd Family includes 6 kids, 3 in-laws, 3 harps, 2 guitars, 10 voices, 4 pianists, a violin, a cello, (and a partridge in a pear tree!) Their program will celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with a collection of beloved Christmas carols. They are excited to perform together and use their […]

Mother/daughter duo Melinda Baird and Shaundra Baird Culatta are pleased to continue their long-standing tradition of performing in the Festival of Lights concert series. Melinda has concertized across the US, Mexico, Canada, France, Germany, Israel, and in Carnegie’s Weill Hall. Her latest solo album, Kaleidoscope (available on Spotify and iTunes) combines classical music with favorite […]

The Greenbelt Concert Band, under the direction of Conductor Joan Rackey, is a volunteer adult musical organization dedicated to providing quality musical performances for the citizens of the City of Greenbelt, Prince George's County, and surrounding areas. The band performs for civic and charitable activities, including concerts for veteran's groups, retirement communities, nursing homes, and […]

Capital Accord Chorus is a Silver Spring-based treble chorus performing four-part a cappella harmony in the barbershop style. Our fun and engaging repertoire ranges from jazz and pop to standards and show tunes. We welcome people whose voices are within the treble range to join in the joy of singing and sharing music. We are […]

The Spencerville Ringers have regularly scheduled concerts including the Pre-fireworks performance each July 4th at Buddy Attick Park, the Holiday Lights Festival performances each December, and the Greenbelt Day performance within the City of Greenbelt. Most concerts are open to the general public and all are free of charge. Please join us in the Washington […]

Sforza Suzuki Strings is a premier young artist string ensemble from Northern Virginia, comprised of musicians aged 2-17. Sforza will be presenting a dazzling program of Christmas favorites and invites audience members to join in the fun during the sing-along portion of the evening. Please join us in the Washington D.C. Temple Visitors' Center on […]

Capital Carillon Kerric T. Baird, Artistic Director Founded in 1996, Capital Carillon serves metropolitan Washington as an advanced English handbell ensemble. Our mission is to educate, enlighten, and entertain national capital area audiences through the art of ringing with musical excellence. The choir provides opportunities for advanced handbell ringing and performance in a community-based ensemble. […]

Capital Carillon Kerric T. Baird, Artistic Director Founded in 1996, Capital Carillon serves metropolitan Washington as an advanced English handbell ensemble. Our mission is to educate, enlighten, and entertain national capital area audiences through the art of ringing with musical excellence. The choir provides opportunities for advanced handbell ringing and performance in a community-based ensemble. […]

This young string orchestra is all Suzuki students who have come together to perform Christmas music selections under the direction of Suzuki teacher and conductor Alicia Javkhlan. They represent the Suzuki Association of the Great Washington Area whose vision is to inspire and encourage musical learning in the DC area, promote harmony of heart and […]

Mutual Agreement is a vocal ensemble of Christian men singing a cappella in six-part harmony. The group, whose name means “A Covenant with God”, focuses on spreading the word of God through gospels, spirituals, and hymns that are uplifting and beautifully inspirational. Its arrangements and renditions are fresh and contemporary. The ensemble is a member […]

Sandra Turley performed the role of Cosette in Les Miserables on Broadway in New York City and was part of the original closing cast. Sandra was invited to perform the role of Cosette in the Shanghai, China premiere of Les Miserables alongside Broadway star, Colm Wilkinson. She received her BFA from Brigham Young University with […]

Accompanist: Lee Ann Renfro A fun-filled musical journey through Christmas favorites with three veteran vocal performers. Enjoy some nostalgia and find some new favorites. Alex Fuhriman caught the theater bug when he starred as Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors in high school. He then completed a Bachelor of Music Theater and Performance at Boise […]

Formed in 1972, Rockville Chorus has been performing for audiences of all ages within the Rockville regional community, and surrounding areas, in the state of Maryland. Rockville Chorus is a vibrant and dedicated musical organization consisting of 75 adult singers who are currently under the direction of Linda Garrettson. Rockville Chorus is focused on developing […]

Harbor City Music Company is excited to be back at the visitor's center for Festival of Lights 2023. We are an award-winning, energized group of women who meet weekly to sing a cappella, four-part harmony music in the barbershop style. In addition to a large assortment of sacred and secular holiday songs, we have a […]

Founded in 1980, The Washington DC Temple Choir is composed of over 80 singers from about 50 congregations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout the greater Washington area. The mission of the choir is to worship God, to testify of Him and His work through music, and to support the interfaith […]

Ethan Vinodh, a classically trained pianist of 15 years, comes to the temple for the 2nd year in a row with select songs from his Christmas album, “The Season” showcasing popular Christmas themes through many genres from Arabic to Smooth Jazz! He is joined by world-class musicians including, Douglas Lira, an exceptional saxophonist and producer; […]

Polynesian cousins and friends will be performing dances from Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand, Tonga, and Fiji. They look forward to sharing with you Christmas in the islands! Please join us in the Washington D.C. Temple Visitors' Center on December 16 at 7:00 P.M. for this performance. A live broadcast of the performance will stream […]

Capitol Sound Strings is a non-profit organization that is committed to developing excellence in the performing arts among the rising generation of the Greater Washington Area. Its mission is to provide the highest quality of violin training and instruction to all participants, from ages 3-18 years, and to develop a high level of artistry made […]

The Takoma Park Community Band in Takoma Park, Maryland, was founded in 1974 and has approximately 30 regular members. The band is a diverse group of musicians from the entire Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Members range from high school to retirees. Currently, our repertoire includes classical, popular, show tunes, marches, jazz, and Latin music. The […]

The Greater Washington Bel Canto Vocal Salon is an ensemble of twenty amateur classical vocalists. Established in 2020, our dedicated members convene bi-monthly to showcase their talent by rendering art songs and arias, accompanied by accomplished pianists. Despite our diverse full-time vocations, our members take pleasure in pursuing their passion for singing through professional vocal […]

Northern Lights: We are a traditional Big Band that originated from a little family band out of Alberta, Canada in the 1930s -- The Dow Rhythmers. Nadene Dow Forsyth, our founder, was the lead alto sax and clarinet player in this family band. Throughout her life, she formed and reformed the band everywhere she went […]

The Colesville Interfaith Choir consists of the Colesville United Methodist Church Choir and the White Oak Ward Choir of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The two congregations join quarterly for blood drives and now unite their voices to offer hope and joy this Christmas season. The choir will also feature the UMC […]

The Washington D.C. Temple Orchestra seeks to be a musical emissary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to Washington DC area audiences by performing religious music and classical favorites. Originating as the Suitland Stake Orchestra, the orchestra is now celebrating its 15th season as a regional ensemble of strings, winds, and percussion […]

Bernadette and Winston Charles are both classically trained singers. Nevertheless, they both transcend their God-given talents to a wide range of musical categories. Throughout the years, they have acquired various merits and awards, one of which was the 2003 First Place Winner of the National Talent America Award in New York. This couple has performed […]

Please join host Elder Osmond for an inspirational Christmas Eve program performed by the Washington DC North Mission Missionaries. On December 24 at 7:00 P.M. in the Washington D.C. Temple Visitors' Center. Elder Osmond has been the lead singer for the world-famous Osmond family for over 60 years. Merrill has sung lead on 27 gold […]

To celebrate Christmas Day, missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Washington D.C. area are coming together to perform beloved Christmas songs, bring in the spirit of the season, and celebrate the birth of the Savior, Jesus Christ. Please join us at the Washington D.C. Temple Visitors' Center on December […]

The Hill Family Singers & Friends have enjoyed singing together, gathered around the piano in the living room, for many years. They are excited to move out of the living room and onto the stage to share their love of music at the Festival of Lights. They started performing at the Washington D.C. Temple Visitors […]

Coro Latino began in 2009 when Brother Marco Lorenzana asked Sister Myriam L. Stevenson to organize a group to sing at the first Hispanic conference in the region under the direction of Elder Ralph Hardy (Area Authority at the time). After that first very special experience, the desire to continue singing hymns and songs in […]

Please join us in the Washington D.C. Temple Visitors' Center on December 28 at 7:00 P.M. for a concert by an Ecuadorian Band. We hope to see you at this uplifting performance! A live broadcast of the performance will stream on Facebook Live. Please select here to tune in. All are welcome. Entrance and parking […]

Eric and SaraLyn Baxter and their family have lived in the DC area for 21 years. They have seven children, and because SaraLyn is a violin teacher, they all naturally had to learn to play violin. They have added additional instruments over the years. Eric, who is a pianist, was likewise coerced into playing guitar […]

Starlight Art Ensemble was established in March 2019 and is one of the newest art groups in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It currently has a total of 105 registered members. Members are music lovers from Tysons, Herndon, and surrounding areas. Since its establishment and with coaching from professional musicians, the group’s singing ability has consistently […]

Hailing from the suburbs of Potomac, Maryland, and the Historical Scotland African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Zion Church, The Scotland Mass Choir, under the direction of Michael A. Terry, is a family group that has been singing together for many years. Known for their heart-stirring, foot-stomping, spiritual, and rich gospel music, they bring you to both […]