(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- The Somerset Hills Chorus, part of Music in the Somerset Hills, and the Chancel Choir of the Presbyterian Church in Morristown will come together for a concert of Readings & Carols on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 7:00pm.

The combined choral groups will be accompanied by organ, a brass octet, two percussionists, a harpist, and a cellist. Their respective directors, Stephen Sands of the Somerset Hills Chorus and Dr. Matthew Webb of the Presbyterian Church in Morristown’s Chancel Choir, will share conducting duties.

The program will feature Advent and Christmas anthems, along with timeless carols that the whole audience can sing along to. The music will be paired with captivating readings from The Bible and works by renowned poets and authors including Maya Angelou and James Agee.

Whether in search of a moment of quiet reflection or a boisterous celebration, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. And with a run-time of approximately one hour, this concert is suitable for all ages.

Tickets range from $50 for preferred seating to $20 for limited visibility with both advance sale pricing and day of show pricing. All children, youth, and students (up to college senior) will be admitted free of charge. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit events.humanitix.com/readings-and-carols.

The Somerset Hills Chorus (SHC) was developed to help all those who love to sing become better musicians in a supportive yet challenging environment. Open to anyone aged 14 and up, with or without experience, the model enables local amateur singers to perform extraordinary repertoire in fine venues within and around the Somerset Hills region of New Jersey. Since its founding in 2010, the SHC has given a number of concerts under the artistic direction of Stephen Sands.

The Chancel Choir is open to high school students and adults who seek to make excellent music in a safe space for all. The Choir rehearses on Wednesdays from 7:30pm to 9:00pm and on Sundays from 9:00am to 9:40am in the Sanctuary of the Presbyterian Church on the Green at 57 E. Park Place. The Choir leads services throughout the year and prepares major works for performances.