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Jul (Christmas) Concert - With Lucia Procession

Peace Lutheran Church
Wayland, MA

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Sun setting too soon, cold, dark, white ground - it's not what everyone in the Northeast looks forward to. And maybe Scandinavians don't either but for centuries they have captured the beauty of winter in melody, harmony, rhythm, dance, light, and the traditions that wrap it all up like a blanket you wear as you sip warm drink by the fire.

Come, be in that warmth, light, and music with us on December 7th. We have a delightful evening in store - and yes indeed, it will include the traditional Lucia procession - one girl (Lucia) with a wreath of candles in her hair followed by young boys and girls in song - bringing hope that though it is dark now, longer days and more sun will come again.

We will offer you songs (and context) from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland - from periods as early as the 1300s to current arrangements of traditional folk tunes, and instrumentals and accompaniment by recorder, violin, bass, and the occasional drum beat. Harmonies rich, melodies haunting and lyrical, rhythm unexpected at times - you might even walk away wishing for more winter.

Goodies are sure to be there as will Stämbandet CDs and good cheer.

Advance tickets available here online until 7am December 7th:
- $12 Adults
- $8 Children, Seniors, Students

Door tickets available at performance:
- $15 Adults
- $10 Children, Seniors, Students
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Founded in 1978, Stämbandet (http://stambandet.org) has a reputation for excellence both as an a cappella ensemble and a World Music vocal group. Presenting songs rarely heard outside of Iceland, Norway, Finland, Denmark, and Sweden, this captivating vocal band often breaks into six- and seven- part harmonies sung in six languages. Led by Allen LeVines, musical director since 1985, Stämbandet performs a wide range of a cappella folk traditions unique to Scandinavia, including "trall" - singers imitating fiddlers playing dance music - a practice that has been compared to scat singing.