Percussion concert a festive event for all ages

One of the joys the Christmas season provides is music. Fun, festive and joyful music. One of those opportunities is coming up Saturday.

The Percussion Ensemble's Family Holiday Concert is set for 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Donald C. Bedell Performance Hall. There's no cost to attend. The event will be a hit for all ages, but it's especially good for families with young children.

When you think of percussion, there's an image of noisemakers that keep a beat. But it's so much more. The ensemble provides fun music, done well, that engages the audience. In previous years, the music combined with lights and video, made for dynamic and fun performances.

According to the River Campus website, the program will include a mix of favorites as well as portions of the Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker," among other selections.

Children will have an opportunity to color before the performance. Milk and cookies will be available at the end of the concert. A donation of $1 is suggested for those age 6 and over, and egg shakers can be purchased for children to join in the fun.

We hope you consider attending. These performances are exceptional and will be one of the highlights of your Christmas celebrations.