Southwest Symphony will host its Sounds of the Season holiday concert featuring guest soloist Lillian Breeze at the America First Performing Arts Center in Saint George on Dec. 11 and Dec. 12, 2026. The performances will include a mix of high-energy orchestral works and reverent classics performed by a full orchestra.
Performance Schedule and Repertoire
The holiday program is scheduled for two evenings, with both performances beginning at 7:30 p.m. According to Southwest Symphony, a pre-show event will be held at 6:30 p.m. on both Friday, Dec. 11, 2026, and Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026. The venue is located at 325 S. 700 E. in Saint George, Utah.
The musical program is designed to offer a balance of orchestral favorites and seasonal traditions. Featured works include the rhythmic pace of Sleigh Ride by Anderson and selected character dances from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. The repertoire also includes A Christmas Festival by Anderson, Fantasia on Greensleeves by Vaughan Williams, and Ave Maria, D.839 Op. 52 by Schubert.
Featured Soloist and Musical Selection
The concert will transition from grand instrumental compositions to vocal features. Soprano Lillian Breeze, a 16-year-old singer drawn to classical crossover genres, will perform as a guest soloist. Breeze is slated to perform definitive takes on holiday classics including O Holy Night and Silent Night.
Other musical selections for the evening include Handel's Hallelujah from Messiah and the Suite from The Polar Express by Silvestri. The program also features Christmas 'Toons by Dilorenzo, Somewhere in My Memory from Home Alone by Williams, and I Heard the Bells On Christmas Day by Valadez. Additional pieces include Christmas the Whole Year 'Round by Carpenter and Silent Night.
Production and Sponsorship Details
Southwest Symphony describes the event as a straightforward celebration of holiday tradition that utilizes the scale and impact of a full orchestra. The organization aims to provide a sharp, polished seasonal experience that avoids clichés in favor of high-quality musical performance.
The production is sponsored by Whittaker Travel, Snow, Jensen and Reece, and Litehouse. The performances will take place in the heart of Southern Utah at the America First Performing Arts Center.
Event Information
Tickets for the Sounds of the Season performances can be secured through the Southwest Symphony website. The organization provides access to various upcoming musical events, including Shostakovich Five in March 2027 and Jenny Oaks Baker: The Redeemer in March 2027.
Upcoming 2027 Season
The Southwest Symphony also has several other scheduled performances for 2027. These include Rob Gardner’s Lamb of God: An Easter Oratorio from April 2 to April 3, 2027, and Cho-Liang Lin plays Brahms on April 30, 2027, both at the America First Performing Arts Center.
About the Symphony
The Sounds of the Season event is presented by Southwest Symphony. The organization maintains a presence in Southern Utah, providing seasonal musical experiences to the local community.
Seasonal Highlights
The event highlights the diverse musical range of the orchestra, moving from grand instrumental works to standout vocal features. The inclusion of young talent like 16-year-old Lillian Breeze is a central component of this year's seasonal presentation.
