Hendricks Chapel and the Setnor School of Music at Syracuse University invite you to the ongoing tradition anchored by the Hendricks Chapel Choir under the artistic direction of José “Peppie” Calvar. This year’s concert featuring the Hendricks Chapel Choir will be on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. EST. A recorded show is also available to everyone. It will be released in the weeks following the concert. All events require registration. See below for more details!

SOLD OUT!
Holidays at Hendricks—IN PERSON

Sunday, Dec. 8 at 4:30 p.m.
Hendricks Chapel
Tickets

SOLD OUT!
Holidays at Hendricks—IN PERSON

Sunday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Hendricks Chapel
Tickets

Holidays at Hendricks—VIRTUAL WORLD PREMIERE
Thursday, Dec. 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Via YouTube
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All events require tickets or registration.

Holidays at Hendricks Ticketing & Registration Information

Syracuse University invites students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members to “Holidays at Hendricks” on Sunday, Dec. 8 in Hendricks Chapel, to experience one of the most popular concerts of the calendar year. 

On Sunday, Dec. 8, in-person performances will take place at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in Hendricks Chapel of Syracuse University. The recorded virtual concert will premiere on Thursday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. EST. These performances are free and open to the public.


2024 HOLIDAYS AT HENDRICKS CONCERT DETAILS

An ongoing tradition hosted by Hendricks Chapel and the Setnor School of Music in the College of Visual and Performing Arts of Syracuse University, “Holidays at Hendricks” celebrates the sounds of the season and is anchored by the Hendricks Chapel Choir and its director José “Peppie” Calvar, professor of applied music and performance and assistant director of choral activities in the Setnor School.

The student-centered concert features performances from the following:

  • The Hendricks Chapel Choir under the direction of Peppie Calvar
  • Syracuse University Symphony Orchestra, directed by James Tapia, associate professor of applied music and performance in the Setnor School
  • The international award-winning Syracuse University Singers, under the direction of John Warren, professor of applied music and performance and director of choral activities in the Setnor School
  • Concert Choir under the direction of Wendy Moy, dual assistant professor of music education in the College of Visual and Performing Arts and the School of Education at Syracuse University
  • Student organists and University organist Anne Laver on the Hendricks Chapel organ
  • Syracuse University’s big band, the Morton Schiff Jazz Ensemble, directed by John Coggiola, associate professor and chair of music education in the Setnor School and the School of Education
  • The World Premiere of “Gloria in Excelsis” from Christmas Cantata, by Peppie Calvar

Some musical selections for 2024 include “A Christmas Festival” by Leroy Anderson, “Winter” by Antonio Vivaldi, a setting of “Joy to the World” arranged by Taylor Scott Davis and many more.

Parking on Dec. 8 is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis in Irving Garage, Hillside Lot and the College Place lot. Those who require accessible parking or would like more information about the event may call Hendricks Chapel at 315.443.2901 or email chapel@syr.edu.

Communication Access Realtime Translation, American Sign Language interpretation and AIRA will be provided at in-person concerts. Captioning will be provided in the virtual concert. Doors to Hendricks Chapel will open 30 minutes prior to each concert start time.

For more information, visit chapel.syracuse.edu. Hendricks Chapel will also post regular updates about the event through its Facebook, X and Instagram pages.


Peppie Calvar Discusses Holidays at Hendricks, Spreading the Light of Music Around the World on the ‘Cuse Conversations’ Podcast

Monday, November 28, 2022, By John Boccacino
Click the play button to listen!