Aside from the wonderful family-friendly sounds of the season that are a given for this yearly Knoxville tradition, you’ll be treated to a slide-show of some Knox County school students’ depictions of angels. What a great way to honor all the angels in our own community! Halls Elementary's Seth Gilliam drew this picture:
Right now I’m thinking of the cutest angel I know, which is my big huggable white shepherd-mix dog, Annie. You probably have your own furry angel full of unconditional love that helps make your Christmas season merry. This year, the KSO celebrates the special place that pets have in our hearts by partnering with Young-Williams Animal Center to help out the less fortunate animals here in Knox County. As you head out to the show at the Civic Auditorium, bring along a gift for the center and let’s fill up those designated donation bins. Some of the items currently needed are: 3-quart stainless steel dog bowls, pet toys, Science Diet dry food, pop-top canned food, clay litter and administrative supplies. Gift certificates are welcome if you don’t have time to shop! See their Web site at www.knoxpets.org for more info. There’s nothing like the feeling you get knowing you’ve played a small part in making life better for our four-legged friends.
This year’s show has so much to offer! Sing along to Christmas favorites, and see children young and old thrill to a visit from Santa Claus. You’re sure to catch someone you know in one of the guest ensembles that’ll be helping out the orchestra this year: Knoxville Choral Society, Appalachian Ballet Company and Sound Company Children’s Choir.
So make the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Concert part of your family’s annual Christmas tradition. It’s the place to be this weekend! Tickets begin at just $12 and children’s tickets are half price before fees. To purchase tickets, call 291-3310 or 656-4444, or log on to www.knoxvillesymphony.com.
Playlist:
1. In the Mood — Glenn Miller
2. Too Much Fun — Daryle Singletary
3. Everybody’s Gonna Be Happy — The Kinks
4. Rip It Up — Little Richard
5. Frivolous Tonight — XTC
6. This Could Be the Start of Something Big — Steve & Eydie
7. Touch a Hand, Make a Friend — The Staple Singers
8. Sweetness Follows — R.E.M.
9. Imagine — John Lennon
10. Christmas Memories — Frank Sinatra
