Celebrate the holiday season with music at Seminole State
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Written by: Carla Peterson
Seminole State College of Florida invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with an exciting lineup of musical performances featuring the talents of its students, faculty and community performers. From a beloved holiday tradition to festive choral and band concerts, the College's Center for Fine and Performing Arts offers several opportunities to enjoy the sounds of the season.
All three performances are open to the community, with free parking and no reservations required.
Messiah Sing Along
Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 7:30 p.m.
Holy Cross Church, Lake Mary
Celebrate the season through music at the annual Messiah Sing Along, presented by the Center for Fine and Performing Arts in partnership with Holy Cross Church.
The Seminole State Community Choir will host an evening featuring selected choruses from Handel's “Messiah,” joined by Seminole State voice faculty, vocal majors and alumni. Musical scores will be available for attendees who wish to join in the singing.
The performance will be conducted by Distinguished Professor of Music Dianna Campbell and is sponsored by the Jacarlene Foundation Grant.
Holiday Choir Concert
Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 7:30 p.m.
Seminole State College Heathrow Campus
Enjoy an evening of holiday cheer as SeminoleSound, Concert Chorale and the Seminole State Community Choir take the stage for a festive musical celebration.
The concert will feature a variety of holiday repertoire, culminating with a performance of Vivaldi's “Gloria,” under the direction of Campbell.
The performance is sponsored by the Jacarlene Foundation Grant.
Holiday Band Concert
Thursday, Dec. 3, at 7:30 p.m.
Winter Springs High School
Doors open at 7 p.m.
Get into the holiday spirit with the Seminole State Concert Band as it presents an evening of festive music and seasonal favorites.
Under the direction of Professor of Instrumental Music James Smisek, the concert will bring together the sounds of the season for an enjoyable evening of music and celebration.
The performance is sponsored by the Jacarlene Foundation Grant.
From Central Florida to the Vatican: Community Choir to Perform in Italy
While holiday performances bring music and celebration to the Central Florida community, the Seminole State Community Choir will also be preparing for a remarkable international opportunity.
From Dec. 13-20, the choir will travel to Italy, where it will represent Seminole State College through two special performances. On Saturday, Dec. 19, the choir will sing during the noon mass at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. The group will also perform at the American Celebration of Music at the Basilica of Santo Spirito in Florence.
The trip will include 39 participants, 31 of whom are choir members. For the Seminole State Community Choir, which has been part of the College for more than 50 years, the performance at St. Peter's Basilica marks a historic first.
The international experience offers an opportunity to share the College's musical talent on a world stage while celebrating the longstanding tradition and community connections that make the arts an important part of Seminole State.
For additional information about performances, exhibitions and ticket availability, visit the Center for Fine and Performing Arts webpage.
Seminole State’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts offers programs in art, music and theater as well as a wide variety of concerts, theatre productions, gallery exhibits and other cultural events. For more information about the Center, including calendars of all upcoming cultural events at Seminole State, visit seminolestate.edu/arts and follow them on Facebook.