| The Gadsden Times
It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas in Gadsden.
Here are details on two musical events coming up:
Christmas Spectacular
Downtown Gadsden Inc. will present a Christmas Spectacular on Dec. 4 at the Pitman Theatre, 629 Broad St.
The show will feature performances by Nashville artists Delnora and Josh Nichols, who will be joined by the Gadsden Youth Choir. Admission is free. Organizers say the Christmas Spectacular will blend original music with classic holiday favorites.
Kay Moore of Downtown Gadsden said the show will create the perfect kickoff for the Christmas season.
“This event brings together professional musicians and local young talent for a magical celebration of community and Christmas,” Moore said in a news release. “We’re excited to offer a free concert that families, friends, and visitors can enjoy together in the heart of downtown.”
Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the Gadsden Youth Chorus will take the stage at 6:30. No coolers will be allowed.
GSCC choir’s Christmas tour
The Gadsden State Community College A Cappella Choir and Singers will embark on a Christmas tour that will include performances at churches, community events and other holiday events.
The tour begins at 6 p.m. Nov. 30 at Providence Baptist Church in Ragland and includes stops through mid-December. The choir will perform a blend of classic and contemporary Christmas favorites, from “Jingle Bells” and “Sleigh Ride” to “Christmas on Broadway.”
“The Christmas concert tour is one of our favorite traditions each year,” said J.T. Harrell, director of the Gadsden State A Cappella Choir in a news release. “Our students work hard to create performances that bring people together and share the joy and warmth of the holiday season.”
Here’s the Christmas tour schedule:
- Nov. 30: Providence Baptist Church, Ragland, 6 p.m.
- Dec. 1: Regency Pointe Tree Lighting, Rainbow City, 6 p.m.
- Dec. 4: Gadsden Greeters, noon.
- Dec. 5: Gadsden Christmas Parade, 5:30 p.m.
- Dec. 7: Macedonia Baptist Church in Gadsden, 6 p.m.
- Dec. 9: Christmas with the Cardinals, Meadows Hall, 6 p.m.
- Dec. 11: Cherokee County Chamber, 8 a.m.
- Dec. 11: Cherokee Rehab, 1:30 p.m.
- Dec. 11: Community Christmas Concert, First United Methodist Church of Gadsden, 115 S. Fifth St., 6 p.m.
- Dec. 12: Eastern Star of Piedmont, 6 p.m.
All performances are free and open to the public.
The A Cappella Choir and Singers consist of Gadsden State students representing a variety of academic majors and hometowns. The ensemble performs at college events, local churches, and community celebrations throughout the year, serving as ambassadors for Gadsden State and its fine arts program.
