Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Magic!
$10-$33
- James Ray, guest conductor
- Richard L. Hodges, narrator
Family fun with holiday classics, conducted by James Ray, makes this a joyful celebration! A narrated version of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas anchors this program, which includes a range of seasonal favorites for you and your loved ones to enjoy over the holidays.
"I like to compare the holiday season with the way a child listens to a favorite story. The pleasure is in the familiar way the story begins, the anticipation of familiar turns it takes, the familiar moments of suspense, and the familiar climax and ending." ~ Mister (Fred) Rogers
About James Ray, guest conductor
James Ray maintains an active and varied career as an educator, conductor, and violinist. He serves on the music faculty at Western Washington University, where he teaches coursework in instrumental music education and music theory, and directs the WWU String Sinfonia. He also coaches chamber music with the Bellingham Youth Chamber Players, and collaborates with violinist Monique Mead as co-founder and music director of the Olympic Strings Workshop. Dr. Ray’s previous experience includes 12 years as a school orchestra teacher – most recently as director of award-winning orchestras at Port Angeles High School.
https://cfpa.wwu.edu/people/rayj8About Richard L. Hodges, narrator
Richard L. Hodges, a "powerhouse baritone" as described by The Wall Street Journal, is an electric presence on stage. He is an artist of the time, from title roles in Gianni Schicchi, Hamlet, Porgy and Bess, Il Tabarro, and stand-out performance of Preacher in The Industry's Sweet Land. His collaborative engagements have led to composition, stage direction, creative direction, and writing.
https://richardlhodges.com/