Madison Symphony Orchestra

Free Community Carol Sing

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Saturday, December 7

11am

Overture Hall

Free

Run time

45 minutes

Age Recommendation

All ages

Bring your pipes, and your friends and family, to raise a joyful noise with the Overture Concert Organ. Always a fan favorite, the Carol Sing will get everyone in the mood for Christmas. Join Madison Symphony Orchestra Principal Organist Greg Zelek for this wonderful event that is sure to delight audiences of all ages.

MSO Carol Sings are free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, and no tickets or reservations are needed. Carol Sings take place in Overture Hall and lasts 45 minutes to one hour.

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Meet the Artist

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Organist

Greg Zelek

Praised as “extraordinary in the classical music world” (Jon Hornbacher, PBS Wisconsin Life), Greg Zelek is the Principal Organist of the Madison Symphony Orchestra and Curator of the Overture Concert Organ, where he oversees all of the MSO’s organ programming. Since September 2017, Greg has proudly held the Elaine and Nicholas Mischler Curatorship. In addition to concertizing throughout the United States, Greg regularly performs with orchestras as both a soloist and professional ensemble member, including the Florida Orchestra, Ridgewood Symphony, Jacksonville Symphony, MET Orchestra, and Miami Symphony Orchestra. In 2016, Greg was chosen by The Diapason magazine as one of the top “20 Under 30” organists, a feature which selects the most successful young artists in the field. He was the First Prize winner in the 2012 Rodgers North American Classical Organ Competition, the 2012 West Chester University Organ Competition, and the 2010 East Carolina University Organ Competition. A recipient of the inaugural Kovner Fellowship, Greg received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, as well as an Artist Diploma, from the Juilliard School as a student of Paul Jacobs.

Upcoming Madison Symphony Orchestra Events

  • November 18

    Tuesday

    Classical Music, Madison Symphony Orchestra, Music Greg Zelek with Caleb Hudson, Trumpet

    Overture Hall

    Trumpeter Caleb Hudson has made a name for himself as one of the most virtuosic trumpet soloists as well as a respected pedagogue. Experience his incredible talent in a program featuring many arrangements for organ and trumpet.

    7:30 PM
  • November 21 - November 23

    Classical Music, Madison Symphony Orchestra, Music Radiance

    Overture Hall

    “Rainbow Body,” a luminous work by American composer Christopher Theofanidis, weaves ancient and modern worlds together to take us on a spellbinding journey. Inspired by the chant “Ave Maria” by medieval mystic Hildegard of Bingen, the piece reimagines her melodies in lush, cinematic orchestration.

    Multiple Showtimes
  • December 5 - December 7

    Classical Music, Madison Symphony Orchestra, Music A Madison Symphony Christmas

    Overture Hall

    This spectacular annual celebration has become a joyful way to begin the holiday season in our community for concertgoers of all ages. The Madison Symphony Chorus, Madison Youth Choirs and the Mt. Zion Gospel Choir join us to bring this special concert to life.

    Multiple Showtimes
  • January 23 - January 25

    Classical Music, Madison Symphony Orchestra, Music Heartbeat

    Overture Hall

    The Symphony's new year begins with Gabriela Lena Frank’s “Escaramuza” (meaning “skirmish” in Spanish), a dynamic and colorful work inspired by her Peruvian heritage. This spirited piece captures the energy of the lively Kachampa Andean dance, celebrating the agility and strength of Inca warriors.

    Multiple Showtimes