November 21, 2005

     

    BYU-Idaho’s Sound Alliance to perform jazz Christmas concert December 10
     
    REXBURG, Idaho –
    Writer: Adam Alder
     

    Sound Alliance, Brigham Young University-Idaho’s jazz big band, will be presenting its annual Christmas concert on Saturday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the Kirkham Auditorium.

    The musical selections for the night will be centered around Christmas, with wonderfully arranged versions of favorite standards. In year’s past visitors such as Santa Claus, Frosty the Snowman, the Little Drummer Boy, elves, ballroom dancers, Chewbacca the Wookie and performer Ed Calle from Miami have all made appearances at this event. Many of these special guests are expected to return this year. Audience members will also have the opportunity to receive gifts of candy, bells and other tokens and the chance to participate in the music by playing tambourines and bells.

    “Patrons who have attended the concert in the past know that it is a very enjoyable family event,” Dr. Mark Watkins, BYU-Idaho Music Department faculty member, said. “There is no age restriction for this concert.”

    Tickets for this event cost $1 for students and $2 for non-students.

     

     

     

    Style guide note: When reporting about Brigham Young University-Idaho, please use the complete name of the university in the first reference.

    Brigham Young University-Idaho, formerly Ricks College, is a four-year private university located in Rexburg, Idaho. The university, which is affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, offers both baccalaureate and associate degrees; integrated degrees and internships that are tailored to fit students' interests; a year-round track system allowing more students to attend; and an extensive activities program that provides leadership and growth experiences. It is the largest private university in Idaho, with over 11,000 students enrolled for winter 2005.


     

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