Peace United Church of Christ
Santa Cruz: Eastern European Winter Songs
Peace United Church of Christ 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesInspired by traditional songs and vocal techniques from Eastern Europe and Eurasia, Titka has earned international recognition for its distinctive sound, exploring a vast palette of ancient yet contemporary-sounding vocal effects. For more than two decades, Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble’s annual Winter Songs Concerts have uplifted and connected audiences around the world. There will be one performance only in Santa Cruz.
Santa Cruz: Three’s Company Music Trios
Peace United Church of Christ 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesHear new music in groups of three! Music for Three Bongos, a Bird Trio, English horn with 2 violins, vocal trios, and arrangements for improvisations with even more musical trios!
Santa Cruz Harp Festival
Peace United Church of Christ 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesEvery January, Community Music School presents a family-friendly concert that features music from throughout the world on harps of all kinds. This year’s concert includes solo performances by Jesse Autumn, Jennifer Cass, Shelley Phillips, and our special guest Calvin Arsenia. Also performing will be the all-ages Community Music School Harp Orchestra. A harp “petting zoo” is available during intermission for the harp-curious. Adult tickets are $15 in advance, and $20 at the door. College students are $10, and kids under 18 are free. (Obtaining free tickets in advance is highly encouraged to assure seats are available.)
Peace United: Messiah Sing Along and Gala Celebration
Peace United Church of Christ 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesA Santa Cruz Tradition. Sing-Along Messiah with Ensemble Monterey Chamber Orchestra and local conductors Carols led by Cabrillo Youth Chorus Gala Reception Follows.