Christmas with Cantus: Three Tales of Christmas

The a cappella vocal ensemble Cantus weaves together three holiday stories with time-honored carols and new classics in Three Tales of Christmas. Blending narration and song, the program features Margery Williams’ The Velveteen Rabbit and The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg, alongside an abridged romp through Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Join Cantus for a reflection on the meaning and joy of the holiday season with a program that the (Minneapolis) Star Tribune deemed "as joyful a celebration of the season's spirit as any caroling party you're likely to attend this year."

Cantus — widely known for its trademark warmth and blend, innovative programming and riveting performances of music — has come to prominence with its distinctive approach to creating music. Working without a conductor, the members of Cantus rehearse and perform as chamber musicians, each contributing to the entirety of the artistic process, creating programs that give voice to shared human experiences.