Classical period (1750-1820) – Upcoming Concerts
Marc Bamuthi Joseph & Daniel Bernard Roumain: ‘Blackbird, Fly’
Monday, December 6, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Town Hall Seattle, Seattle, WA, United States
Two American sons of Haitian immigrants explore themes of family history, folklore, politics, and race, all of it coursing with the rhythm and energy of hip hop.
$5-$20
Seattle Collaborative Orchestra: Questions & Answers
Monday, December 6, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm (PST)
Roosevelt High School Auditorium, Seattle, WA, United States
Brendan McMullen – Unquestioned (world premiere)
Charles Ives – The Unanswered Question
Lili Boulanger – D’un soir triste
Lili Boulanger – D’un matin du printemps
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 5
Charles Ives – The Unanswered Question
Lili Boulanger – D’un soir triste
Lili Boulanger – D’un matin du printemps
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 5
$10-$20 (18 & under free)
Auburn Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert
Monday, December 6, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Auburn Performing Arts Center, Auburn, WA, United States
Celebrate the holidays with selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, storybook favorites Prokofiev's Midnight Waltz from Cinderella, and more.
$10-$35
PNB: George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker'
Wednesday, December 8, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 10:00pm (PST)
McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA, United States
With choreography by George Balanchine and the music of Tchaikovsky, this is a holiday tradition that is not to be missed!
$22-$114
Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band: Movement
Wednesday, December 8, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm (PST)
Katharyn Alvord Gerlich Theater at Meany Hall (formerly Meany Theater), Seattle, WA, United States
The UW Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band present their fall quarter concert, performing Alban Berg’s Kammerkonzert für Klavierund Geige mit 13 Bläsern, and other works. With special guests Eric Rynes, violin; and Cristina Valdés, piano.
$10
Sammamish Symphony Orchestra: Christmas in Bellevue
Wednesday, December 8, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Meydenbauer Center Theatre, Bellevue, WA, United States
A joyous blend of light classics, seasonal favorites, audience participation, and a surprise or two.
$10-$20
Hummingbird Suzuki Academy Christmas Benefit Concert
Thursday, December 9, 2027 @ 7:00pm – 8:30pm (PST)
Trinity Lutheran Church, Lynnwood, WA, United States
Holiday classical music, Christmas specials, and a carol sing-along. Proceeds from the event will go towards establishing a baby music class for a low income area in need.
$10 suggested donation
South Sound Classical Choir Christmas Concert
Thursday, December 9, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 7:30pm (PST)
Puyallup United Methodist Church, Puyallup, WA, United States
Works by Britten, Lauridsen, Handel, Gjeilo, and others, as well as arrangements of traditional music.
Free (Free)
UW Symphony with Jonathan Biss
Thursday, December 9, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Katharyn Alvord Gerlich Theater at Meany Hall (formerly Meany Theater), Seattle, WA, United States
Moritz Moszkowski – Prelude and Fugue, Op. 85
Beethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 5 in E minor, Op. 64
Beethoven – Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 5 in E minor, Op. 64
$10-$15
Pacific MusicWorks presents ¡Navidad! – Christmas music from new & old Spain
Thursday, December 9, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Edmonds United Methodist Church, Edmonds, WA, United States
A rich tapestry of works from Mexico, Guatemala, Brazil, Bolivia, and Spain.
$20-$45 (age 5-17 free)
PNB: George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker'
Thursday, December 9, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 10:00pm (PST)
McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA, United States
With choreography by George Balanchine and the music of Tchaikovsky, this is a holiday tradition that is not to be missed!
$27-$119
Saratoga Orchestra: Prokofiev's 'Peter and the Wolf'
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 10:00am – 12:00pm (PST)
Coupeville High School Performing Arts Center, Coupeville, WA, United States
An instrument petting zoo, concert, and sing-along make for a festive afternoon of fun for the whole family.
Free (Free)
PNB: George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker'
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 2:00pm – 4:30pm (PST)
McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA, United States
With choreography by George Balanchine and the music of Tchaikovsky, this is a holiday tradition that is not to be missed!
$45-$144
Saratoga Orchestra: Prokofiev's 'Peter and the Wolf'
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 2:00pm – 4:00pm (PST)
Island Church of Whidbey, Langley, WA, United States
An instrument petting zoo, concert, and sing-along make for a festive afternoon of fun for the whole family.
Free (Free)
Seattle Pro Musica: Star of Wonder
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
First Baptist Church, Seattle, WA, United States
Music from a thousand years of choral music, from medieval chant to contemporary works, evoking the winter lights of the holiday season.
$12-$38
Bremerton Symphony: Gloria & The Nutcracker
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Bremerton Performing Arts Center, Bremerton, WA, United States
Poulenc – Gloria
Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker Suite
Finnegan Sing Along
Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker Suite
Finnegan Sing Along
$10-$32
Madrona Makes Music: A Holiday Benefit Concert for Julia's Place
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm (PST)
Madrona Grace Church, Seattle, WA, United States
Local performers present a holiday extravaganza that covers everything from Massenet's Meditation and Schubert's Ave Maria to Stevie Wonder's I Wish and Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah.
Free
Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra: Christmas with Westminster
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 6:00pm – 7:30pm (PST)
Westminster Chapel, Bellevue, WA, United States
A “can’t-miss” celebration that will warm your heart with traditional and contemporary holiday favorites.
$10-$15
Christmas Special: Tangletown's Holiday Cabaret
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:30pm (PST)
Resonance at SOMA Towers, Bellevue, WA, United States
A magical evening of song and storytelling with classical Americana, inspired by the many unique genres of American music including art song, jazz, folk, and classic musical theatre.
$20
A Very Choral Christmas with Northwest Chorale
Friday, December 10, 2027 @ 7:30pm – 9:00pm (PST)
Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, Seattle, WA, United States
A musical feast of carols and sacred works from Bach to Berlin to Burt to Whitacre, with a little something for everyone.
Free