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The Glorious Sound of Christmas - Thursday, December 18 at Kimmel Center in Rittenhouse, PhiladelphiaRittenhouse

The Glorious Sound of Christmas

Thursday, December 18·Rittenhouse·Kimmel Center

Since the iconic Philadelphia Orchestra recording led by Eugene Ormandy was released in 1962, these joyous concerts have become an annual tradition treasured by fans. Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez brings a lively energy to the proceedings, which just may feature a visit from you-know-who!

Since the iconic Philadelphia Orchestra recording led by Eugene Ormandy was released in 1962, these joyous concerts have become an annual tradition treasured by fans. Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez brings a lively energy to the proceedings, which just may feature a visit from you-know-who!

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