Darkness & Light: A Solstice Celebration — Ars Nova Singers

Every culture that has ever endured a winter has arrived at the same two words: darkness and light. Ars Nova Singers marks the winter solstice with a convergence of luminous medieval harmonies, joyous Renaissance motets and favorite carols in sparkling new arrangements, from Hildegard of Bingen’s “Ave Maria, O auctrix vitae” and the 15th-century English carol “This gentil day daws” to Alf Houkom’s “The Rune of Hospitality.” Guest artist Gavin Kitchen, principal percussionist of the Longmont Symphony Orchestra, joins the choir on vibraphone and percussion.

Sunday, December 13, 3:00 PM at St. Paul Center for Music and the Arts, Denver. Also livestreamed ($35).

Adults $40; students and youth 18 and under free. Four performances: Dec 10 Longmont, Dec 13 Denver, Dec 17 and 19 Boulder.

Doug Demusz

Doug Demusz, a passionate lifetime member of Colorado's outdoor community who enjoys backpacking, adventure cycling, backcountry skiing, along with creating music, and a well rounded appreciation of literature, and community events.