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Number of cities found: 286
ALABAMA
- BIRMINGHAM - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:15 pm
LOCATION: Alabama Theatre, 1817 3rd Ave North Birmingham, AL 35203
REGISTRATION: 11:00 am, Hill Event Center -2nd Floor Ballroom. Enter to right of Al Theatre entrannce on 3rd Ave.
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use lot on 4th Ave North and 19th St. N.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Zachary Palamara
- ENTERPRISE-INAUGURAL EVENT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 2:30 pm
LOCATION: Town of Enterprise 123 S. Main Street
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: First Methodist Church. Enterprise is apporoximately a 2 minute walk.
NOTE: We will be located in pavilion next to public library. Dress festively, decorate your horns. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Bobby Williams
COORDINATOR: Samuel McHenry 334-389-4899 sammchenry2457@gmail.com
- GADSDEN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 5:30 pm
LOCATION: Gadsden City Hall 90 Broad St - 35901
REGISTRATION: 3:00 pm, same as concert venue.
REHEARSAL: 4:00 pm, same as rehearsal
PARKING: City Hall/Police station.
NOTE: Wear birght, festive clothes if you wish and decoarate your horn. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Matt Weaver 256-393-8841 matt_weaver@ecboe.org
- HUNTSVILLE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: First Baptist Church, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, The Gathering Place at First Baptist Church. Use entrance 7 at back of church.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same location.
PARKING: Park behind the church, near Entrance #7. Easily accessible from St. Clair Ave.
NOTE: Bring stand, decorate your horn, and dress festive. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Danny Hutson
COORDINATOR: Emily Parker 256-509-5149 eaparker77@gmail.com
- MOBILE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Medal of Honor Park - Pavillion, 1711 Hillcrest Rd., 36609
REGISTRATION: 3:00 pm, same as performance location.
REHEARSAL: 4:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Selective parking.
NOTE: REGISTRATION LINK HERE-:forms.gle/vUW22ejexsqqMeVRA ..AND BELOW. Please visit registration link, call coordinator with any questions. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Daniel Singleterry
COORDINATOR: Daniel Singleterry 251-377-9048 dsingleterry@andysmusic.com
WEB SITE: forms.gle/vUW22ejexsqqMeVRA
ALASKA
- ANCHORAGE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: PAC-Lorene Harrison Lobby 621 West 6th Avenue Suite ACPA, Anchorage, AK 99501
REGISTRATION: 9:45 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:15 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking garages & street parking meters nearby.
NOTE: Wear warm, bright, colors, be festive, winter fashionable clothes. Decorate your instrument, but be sure not impede your ability to play. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Neal Haglund
COORDINATOR: Lauren Rice 907-263-2900 lrice@alaskapac.org
WEB SITE: www.centertix.com/events/tubachristmas
ARIZONA
- PHOENIX - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 12:30 pm
LOCATION: Tempe Marketplace by the Christmas Tree
REGISTRATION: 8:45 am, ASU-Gammage room 301 and 311
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking is no longer free. Use good judgement when choosing a parking space. No free parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a chair and stand to the performance. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Deanna Swoboda
COORDINATOR: Dave Ihlenfeld 602-290-0959 dave@lizanddave.com
- TOMBSTONE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Tombstone City Park, 311 E. Allen St., corner of 3rd & Allen
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Tombstone American Legion at 225 E. Allen St., Tombstone.(updated 10-10-23)
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Available at the Tombstone American Legion. Thank you Veterans.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decorate your instrument. Please bring a collapsible, portable, or standard music stand for rehearsal & performance if needed. Stands not provided. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Rick Weisberg
COORDINATOR: Lorie Sheridan 520-234-7094 ohiosheridan@gmail.com
- TUCSON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Oro Valley Marketplace, 12115 N. Oracle Rd. -85737
REGISTRATION: 11:00 am, Pedego Bike Shop 11835 N Oracle Rd, Suite 197 Oro Valley, AZ 85737
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, Pedego Bike Shop 11835 N Oracle Rd, Suite 197 Oro Valley, AZ 85737
PARKING: Outside Pedgo bicycles. Free at location.
NOTE: Dress in appropriate holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, portable, or standard stage stand. ATTN: PERFORMERS planning to attend, please rsvp the event coordinator, Matt Tropman: matt.tropman@gmail.com
Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Matt Tropman
COORDINATOR: Matt Tropman 269-274-9100 matt.tropman@gmail.com
CALIFORNIA
- ANAHEIM - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 11:00 am
LOCATION: STC Anaheim Gardenwalk - 400 Disney Way, Anaheim, CA 92802
REGISTRATION: 7:00 am, Carnival Garden -near Tiki Hut (information booth).
REHEARSAL: 8:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking in structure/passes. Passes provided at registration.
NOTE: Dress in holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible, or standard music stand. Chairs provided. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes a 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
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CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Marion Anderson 949-533-7203 octubaxmas@icloud.com
- CITRUS HEIGHTS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Rusch Park Auditorium- 7801 Auburn Blvd. Citrus Heights, CA 95610
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as rehearsal.
PARKING: Free on site.
NOTE: Wear bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10:00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Kody Tickner
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Vincent Salvitti
COORDINATOR: Kody Tickner 916-467-6783 kody@chcmb.org
- DOWNEY -2ND ANNUAL CONCERT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Columbia Memorial Space Center, 12400 Columbia Way
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free on site.
NOTE: Outdoor concert will be part of the annual lighting event at the museum. Fun outdoor activities for the families. Dress in bright, colorful, holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Please bring a stand and if possible, a stand-light. Contact coordinator for more info/interest form. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Doug Nordquist
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Laura Brim 562-477-8999 TubaChristmasDowney@gmail.com
- EUREKA/MCKINLEYVILLE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2
TIMES: 1:00 pm - Eureka Gazebo
3:00 pm - McKinleyville Shopping Mall
REGISTRATION: NOTE: Different day than performance- NOVEMBER 28TH - 7:00 pm, Arcata, CA
REHEARSAL: NOTE: Different day than performance- NOVEMBER 28TH - 7:00 pm, Arcata, CA
PARKING: Parking lot.
NOTE: TO ALL PARTICIPANTS: REG/REH is on NOVEMBER 28TH @ 7:PM, different day than performance, (see above). Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Fred Tempas
COORDINATORS: Fred Tempas 707-822-7917 joantempas@gmail.com, Joan Tempas
- HUNTINGTON BEACH - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Pacific City, 21010 Pacific Coast Highway., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, Sun View Elementary, 7721 Juliette Low Dr. -92647
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free garage parking at Pacific City for Black Friday.
NOTE: Outdoor performance, dress accordingly. Stands and chairs will be
available at rehearsal but performers will need to bring a stand and chair to the performance venue. Please contact coordinator for more instructions. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dennis Nicolosi
COORDINATOR: Kevin Elliott 714-625-3190 hbtubachristmas@gmail.com
- LOS ANGELES - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Hall of the Crucifixion and Resurrection, Forest Lawn Glendale, 1712 S. Glendale Ave. Glendale 91205
REGISTRATION: 11:00 am, same location.
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, same location.
PARKING: Free, lot adjacent to hall.
NOTE: NEW LOCATION AT FOREST LAWN GLENDALE, NOT HOLLYWOOD HILLS! Chairs will be provided, but bring your own music stand if needed. Since there are no nearby restaurants, you are welcome to bring your own lunch, or you can grab a bite at a top-quality food truck we've arranged to have on hand during the break before the concert. ATTENTION ALL PATRONS: No food or drink is allowed inside the hall at any time. Decorate your instruments and wear bright, festive colors. Tell your friends to come join the fun! Long-time conductor/coordinator Jim Self will make an appearance, so don't miss it! Participant registration fee is $10.
CONDUCTOR: Scott Wilkinson
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Jim Self
COORDINATOR: Scott Wilkinson 818-606-2854 scott@scottwilkinson.com
- ONTARIO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: 536 N. Euclid Ave. Ontario, CA 91762
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, same as performance. The old Bethel Congregational United Church of Christ
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free, lot behind church or street.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD.
CONDUCTOR: George Osorio
COORDINATOR: George Osorio 951-447-2168 gosorio@southlandsymphony.com
- RANCHO MIRAGE - 6TH ANNUAL - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: The River at Rancho Mirage, 71800 Hwy CA-111
REGISTRATION: 3:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 4:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Ample parking at the Mall.
NOTE: Come join us for the 6th annual TubaChristmas in beautiful Rancho Mirage!!! Please bring your own music stand and it is also highly recommended that you bring your own battery powered stand light as this is an outdoor concert with limited lighting. There will be storage space for cases available within our rehearsal space. Performer registration is $10.00U$D. Both registration and merchandise sales will be CASH ONLY. Dress festively and feel free to decorate your horn in true TubaChristmas tradition.
CONDUCTOR: Joel M. Daniel
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Dr. Brian McDaniel
COORDINATOR: Joel M. Daniel 760-362-3996 rmtubas@gmail.com
WEB SITE: facebook.com/rmtubas
- SACRAMENTO - 43RD ANNIVERSARY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: CK McClatchy High School - Freeport Blvd.
REGISTRATION: 08:30 am, same as performance location-3066 Freeport Blvd. 95818
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration
PARKING: Free parking at site.
NOTE: Performer registration is mandatory, $10.00 USD and includes a 2023 commemorative button,50th year, Largest they go. (CASH-ONLY). We have been provided 140 chairs and music stands. Please bring a cloth for water valve discharge. Music books bass & trouble for sale at event (cash only)-Large $25.00, small $20.00. Collectors edition hats,scarves, and headbands also available at registration, prices vary. Participant registration is $10.00 (mandatory).(Cash only)
ATTN AUDIENCE MEMBERS: There are currently no restrictions. It is suggested you bring a mask. Auditorium seats 900.
ATTN PLAYERS/PERFORMERS: Decorate your instrument and dress in festive, holiday colors. DONATION LUNCH:11:45am-12:50pm, provided by CK McClatchy music supporters. Be sure to say thank you. Donations to the music supporters will be accepted at this time.
CONDUCTOR: Travis Maslen
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Maestro Steve Iwata
COORDINATORS: Steve Iwata 916-947-3073 sactuba@gmail.com, Steve Willey 530-682-7832 swilley@syix.com
- SAN FRANCISCO - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Noe Valley Town Square - 3861 24th St.
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, Upper Noe Recreation Center, 295 Day Street
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Neighborhood street parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Lori Karns
COORDINATOR: Lori Karns 650-804-5692 sftubachristmas@gmail.com
- SAN JOSE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Santana Row, San Jose CA 95128
REGISTRATION: 11:30 am, Prospect H.S. -band room. 18900 Prospect Rd.
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking free on site.
NOTE: Dress in festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. (PERFORMERS: On performance day, set up and tune up is at 5:30).The TubaChristmas coordinator will provide chairs. Please bring a portable, folding, or standard stand if needed. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Paul Bautista
COORDINATOR: Paul Bautista 408-348-2868 pbauti88@gmail.com
- VENTURA- 16TH YEAR - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Pacific View Mall, Community Plaza (Mills Rd. & Main St.)
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, Pacific View Mall, North West parking lot (behind Sears Auto Center) off of Telegraph Road.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking available near registration/rehearsal area. Parking also available in any of the Parking structures at the Mall. E-mail for more detailed instructions (venturatubachristmas@gmail.com)
NOTE: Be a part of Ventura's 16th Annual TubaChristmas! Please bring folding stand/lyre (wind clips) & chairs. Dress festive. Decorate your instruments. Rain or shine, look for us in a loading dock. Email coordinator for more detailed information. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Julie Judd
COORDINATOR: Tim Hansen 805-407-1780 tim.hansen93003@outlook.com
WEB SITE: Venturatubachristmas@gmail.com
- YUBA CITY - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 6:30 pm
LOCATION: Sutter Theater, 754 Plumas St.
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Sutter Theater, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, , same as registration.
PARKING: Umpqua Bank lot on 7th St.
NOTE: Dress in bright, colorful, festive holiday attire. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Rebecca Stewart
COORDINATOR: Deanna Wiseman 530-410-3744 tdkwiseman@gmail.com
COLORADO
- COLORADO SPRINGS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Acacia Park
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, First United Methodist Church, 420 N. Nevada Ave.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Limited parking is available at FUMC, and in surrounding lots and streets. Please be aware of parking limitations due to the parade that evening. Please also be aware that they may begin charging for parking as the parade time approaches.
NOTE: Please bring a folding, collapsible, or standard music stand. CASH ONLY FOR PERFORMER PARTICIPATION . Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Unless the weather conditions are extreme, we will perform outside, please be prepared. Music and merchandise are available ahead of time at Graner Music and Meeker Music. It will also be available at FUMC on December 9th. Performer registration is $10.00, again CASH ONLY. More information to follow.
CONDUCTOR: Elena Zarecky
COORDINATORS: Chuck Silloway 719-660-8874 cspringstubachristmas@gmail.com, Jeff Wilson 719-499-3937
- DENVER - 49TH ANNIVERSARY - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 11:00 am
LOCATION: Denver Performing Arts Complex (Galleria-west end)
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, Denver Performing Arts Complex Studio Loft-14th Street and Champa.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Theater District Convention Center Light Rail Station is across the street. Street parking & many pay lots available.
NOTE: Please bring your own music stand and dress for the weather. Official TubaChristmas merchandise available at registration. Adorn yourself with bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: William "Bill"Clark
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Jeanie Schroeder
COORDINATORS: Bill Clark 303-726-4101 William.clark@ucdenver.edu, FB: "TubaChristmas Denver”
- FORT COLLINS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Oak Street Plaza
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, Faith Church - North Entrance, 3920 S Shields St, Fort Collins, CO 80526
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Church lot. Plenty of space. FOR PERFORMANCE: Public lot at Oak and Remington.or west of Mason on Oak.
NOTE: CHECK WEBSITE OFTEN FOR UPDATES. Everyone dress in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decorate your tuba, euphonium, and Sousaphone's.
Bring folding stand, wind clips, and lyre. Performer registration is $10.00U$D, Cash or check only.
CONDUCTOR: Cecil Gutierrez
COORDINATOR: James Schafer 970-646-2553 schafer.1.jim@gmail.com
WEB SITE: www.tubachristmas.com/readtcloc.php?TCState=CO
- PUEBLO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Pueblo Mall, 3429 Dillon Drive
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, Colorado State University-Pueblo Music Building, 220 Bonforte Blvd.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free at both locations.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring cash and your own music stand. Performer registration is $10.00USD, includes a 2023 commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Charles D. Ortega
COORDINATOR: Charles D. Ortega 720-254-7637 sircharlsO@gmail.com
CONNECTICUT
- CLINTON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: The Morgan School, 71 Killingworth Turnpike
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, The Morgan School - Band room.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, The Morgan School Auditorium
PARKING: Use lot on the South side of the school on route 81, (lot is closer to the Music Dept. & stage).
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Bring your own water and have a music stand available. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Gary Buttery
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Vidal Orduz
COORDINATORS: Vidal Orduz 203-556-7435 vorduz@clintonpublic.net, Gary Buttery - Director 860-460-7556 my2ba.cy@gmail.com
- DANBURY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:30 pm
LOCATION: Danbury Public Library 170 Main St. Danbury,06810
REGISTRATION: 9:45 am, 19 Marc Rd. Danbury, CT 06810
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration
PARKING: Danbury City Hall, 155 Deer Hill Ave. (1 block from library).
NOTE: ATTN: Only one performance so please inform coordinator if you plan to attend so as to have enough chairs. Performers planning to play at the last minute, registration table will be on premise at rehearsal. It is very helpful if you confirm your intent to participate as early as possible. Contact the coordinating organizer via event email: danburytubachristmas@gmail.com TENTATIVE INCLEMENT WEATHER LOCATION: Danbury Music Center 256 Main St. Danbury, CT 06810. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Albert Montecalvo
COORDINATORS: Richard Gosnay 203-300-2873 danburytubachristmas@gmail.com, Jonah Gosnay 203-917-9414
- NEW BRITAIN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Trinity on Main, 69 Main St.
REGISTRATION: 10:45 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 11:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking, Chestnut St. (no charge).
NOTE: ATTN PERFORMERS: Registration entrance is across from garage on Chestnut St./across from police station. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10.00
CONDUCTOR: Walter Gibson
COORDINATORS: Leona C. Clerkin 860-826-1866 Leona.Clerkin@yahoo.com, Clerkin@CSDNB.org, coordinator@newbritaintubachristmas.com
DELAWARE
- HOCKESSIN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Hockessin UMC
REGISTRATION: 3:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: On site/free
NOTE: Dress festively. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Michael Shoremont
GUEST CONDUCTOR: N/A
COORDINATOR: Michael Shoremount 302-239-3030 shoremountm@hockessinumc.org
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
- WASHINGTON - MONDAY, DECEMBER 11 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Concert Hall
REGISTRATION: 2:30 pm
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm
PARKING: Check back for parking details.
NOTE: **THIS EVENT ONLY** Participant fee has been generously covered by the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage.
Please leave your cases in your car. Please bring a stand.
Please check back for updates closer to the performance date!
There is a 250 person limit. Please contact a coordinator if you have a large group you wish to bring.
CONDUCTOR: Andrew Hitz
COORDINATORS: TubaChristmas-HolidayTubas-Thomas Phillips 812-824-8833, Erik Lundquist 716-640-5760, Brian Sands 703-913-7720, Chris Quade 703-323-1676, Scott Cameron 301-260-9361
WEB SITE: www.facebook.com/KennedyCenter
FLORIDA
- BOCA RATON - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 5:00 pm
LOCATION: Mizner Park Amphitheater
REGISTRATION: 2:30 pm, same as concert.
REHEARSAL: 3:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free next to amphitheater.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Marc Decker
COORDINATOR: Marc Decker 319-321-0044 deckerm@fau.edu
- COCOA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 5:00 pm
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Cocoa, 750 Brevard Ave, 32922
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: On site.
NOTE: Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Dress in festive attire and decorate your instrument. Bring family & friends. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Laurie Broadway
COORDINATORS: Constance L. Kukla 804-241-3267 7thheaven.ck@gmail.com, Maureen Melcher 804-239-3315
- JACKSONVILLE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Jacksonville Seawalk Pavillion, 75 1st St. N. Jacksonville Beach,32250
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Online registration preferred prior to 9:00am time; https://jaxtubaxmas.com/ same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as performance.
PARKING: Seawalk Pavillion Parking Lot.
NOTE: ATTN PERFORMER: ONLINE PRE-REG PREFERRED. Please bring a music stand; folding, standard, or collapsible. Dress in festive, holiday clothing and decorate your instruments. Rain or shine, inside or out. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Marcus Dickman
COORDINATORS: Robb Van Eck 904-864-4913 animalrobb@gmail.com, Larry Tallman 904-864-8056 TubaTallguy@att.net, Art & Suna Hall - Forever Remembered
WEB SITE: jaxtubaxmas.com/
- JUPITER - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Jupiter Harborside
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Jupiter Harborside
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration & performance.
PARKING: Public parking available on-site.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration (mandatory) is $10.00U$D and includes a 2023 commemorative pin.
CONDUCTOR: Paul Destito
COORDINATOR: Chris Martindale 561-301-4431 Chris@musicmaninc.com
- NAPLES - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 - TIME: 6:30 pm
LOCATION: Christmas Tree on 5th 701 Fith Ave. S.
REGISTRATION: 4:00 pm, same as performance,
REHEARSAL: 4:30 pm, same as registration,
PARKING: Parking at a premium this busy time of year. Lot or street parking.
NOTE: Wear festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring your own music stand if needed. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Tim Yontz
COORDINATOR: Bud Gartland 617-233-4735 bud@evg3consulting.net
- ORLANDO/WINTER PARK - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Winter Park Band Stage
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Winter Park Band Stage.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: On the street if possible or in garage on West Canton Ave.
NOTE: Bring a chair, music stand, and wind clips. Dress to the weather in holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Gail Robertson
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATORS: Gail Robertson 407-970-2211 gareuphyak@aol.com, Amy Giroux or Michelle Harner 407-694-7024
- SANDESTIN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 5:00 pm
LOCATION: Sandestin Baytowne Stage
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm, Sandestin Baytowne -performance stage.
REHEARSAL: 3:00 pm, Baytowne - Stage, same as registration & performance.
PARKING: Parking garage.
NOTE: Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand with light, if available. Dress festively. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Eddie Steadman
COORDINATORS: Bob Rockwell/Playground Music 850-830-4775 bob@playgroundmusiccenter.com, Hank Rockwell 850-830-1137, Lamar Weatherman 850-867-1355
- SARASOTA - BRADENTON (NEW LOCATION AND TIME) - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: The Mall at University Town Center (near Macy's), 140 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243
REGISTRATION: ADVANCED REGISTRATION ONLY!
REHEARSAL: NO REHEARSAL! 1:40 warm up only
PARKING: Free at the Mall.
NOTE: Advanced registration only. YOU CANNOT REGISTER AT THE EVENT.
Please submit $10 via PayPal to cliffpeshek@gmail.com or contact the coordinator for other advance registration options.
If needed, music books must be purchased in advance. Contact the coordinator to obtain a book.
Please be checked in, seated and ready for a warm up at 1:40.
Chairs will be provided.
Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Faith Faust
COORDINATOR: Clifford Peshek 813-944-9367 cliffpeshek@gmail.com
- THE VILLAGES/WILDWOOD - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: New Life Christian Church, 4701 E. CR 462 - Wildwood, FL
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm. same as registration.
PARKING: Free at venue.
NOTE: To Performers: If possible, leave instrument cases in vehicles and use gig bags. Bring a music stand & water key cloth. Festive dress and decorated horns are encouraged. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Colt Campbell
COORDINATOR: John Bird 352-633-3253 jbird772@comcast.net
- VENICE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 5:15 pm
LOCATION: Downtown Venice Gazebo - on the island.
REGISTRATION: 2:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 3:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Lot & Street by the performance. At the Gazebo.
NOTE: Chairs & stands NOT provided. If needed, you will need to bring your own chairs, stands and stand lights, music and music clips(wind). Outdoor venue under gazebo roof. Dress fashionably. If there is an overflow of people, the high school will accommodate. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D. -CASH ONLY PLEASE-
CONDUCTOR: Dan Stoutenbourough
COORDINATOR: James Pack 863-214-1483 mobile pac13man@yahoo.com
GEORGIA
- ATLANTA - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, 3180 Peachtree Road NW - 30305
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, in Harp Center gym/multipurpose room accross parking lot, behind church.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Ample free parking in church lot.
NOTE: PERFORMERS: If you plan to perform, please email coordinator to give rough idea of participation. Information is subject to change. Please monitor the website. Dress in festive, holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Don Strand
COORDINATOR: Don Strand 404-915-1480 tubadon@bellsouth.net
- BLUE RIDGE - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Blue Ridge Depot - 241 Depot St.
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, Old Courthouse
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: East First Street.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Scott Barnstead
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Daniel Foster
COORDINATOR: Mike Weaver 706-280-0802 maweaver66@gmail.com
- COLUMBUS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 11:00 am
LOCATION: Broadway Medion Stage 6, 400 Broadway Schwab-School of Music
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, Schwab School of Music
REHEARSAL: 8:45 am, same as performance.
PARKING: Paking deck.
NOTE: We were remiss in entering Mr Parker's information during the 2022 season. My apologies to Mr Parker. Please come join Mr Parker for a festive 2023 event. Performers wear holiday colors and decorate your instrument, if you wish. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr Oliver Boone
COORDINATORS: Forrest Parker 706-527-0415 Parker.Forrest88@gmail.com, Henry Bunn
- MARIETTA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Glover Park Stage, Marietta, GA
REGISTRATION: 11:45 am, Marietta FBC Gym.
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Marietta Square Cobb Waddle Parking Deck/Public parking.
NOTE: Dress warmly in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding stand or chair if needed. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Paul Dickinson
COORDINATOR: Dr. Paul Dickinson 843-496-3417 paul.dickinson912@gmail.com
- PORTERDALE, 15TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Historic Gym Performance Space
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Historic Gym - outdoor concert space.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking downtown.
NOTE: 15th annual outdoor event, dress for the weather. Audience, please bring folding chairs. Inclement weather location is Church Sanctuary. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Alan Fowler
COORDINATORS: Lowell Chambers 470-984-7678 LowellEChambers@gmail.com, chamberssheets@charter.net
- ROME - INAUGURAL EVENT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Patio of Courtyard by Marriott Rome, 320 West 3rd St. - 30615
REGISTRATION: 10:15 am, Coosa Ballroom of Courtyard by Marriott.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, Coosa Ballroom of Courtyard by Marriott.
PARKING: Courtyard by Marriott lot & public parking.
NOTE: Come and join in our inaugural concert. Dress in bright, festive, holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Please bring a music stand. If you own the music book "Carols for a Merry TubaChristmas”®, please bring with you. Limited numbers of music books will be available for purchase ($25). Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Sam Baltzer -Director to several community bands.
COORDINATORS: David F. Smith 610-764-4740 dfsmith@emory.edu, Greg Crider 706-676-8780 criderjg@bellsouth.net, Wess Collette 678-918-7344 wesscollette@gmail.com
HAWAII
- HILO - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Prince Kuhio Plaza (Center stage), 111 E. Puainako St.
REGISTRATION: NOVEMBER 24th & DECEMBER. 01, before 6:00pm-Hilo High School, band room 556 Wainuenue Ave. Hilo, HI.
REHEARSAL: Same as registration 2-days (NOVEMBER 24th & DECEMBER. 01, before 6:00pm-Hilo High School, band room 556 Wainuenue Ave. Hilo, HI.
PARKING: Available/free.
NOTE: Dress in bright colors and decorating instruments optional. Please bring your own stand. Chairs should be provided. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one(1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Mr. Noah Kimura
COORDINATORS: Eliseo Queja 808-769-0355 manu_eliq@hotmail.com, Ms Ku ulei Arceo 808-381-9187 kuulei.arceo@k12.hi.us
- HONOLULU - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Ala Moana Center
REGISTRATION: 6:00 pm, Farrington high school music building. (NOTE: DEC. 11TH)
REHEARSAL: 7:00 pm, same as registration. NOTE: DECEMBER 11TH,
PARKING: Ala Moana Mall parking lot.
NOTE: ATTN PERFORMERS: Make X-tra note, REG/REH different day than performance. Music available at registration. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible, or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Various music educators.
COORDINATOR: Kelsey Ann Kimura 808-228-2145 kelsey@kimuraohana.net
IDAHO
- BOISE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Idaho State Capital Rotunda
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Boise State University - Music Department, rm B125.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Park in Brady garage for rehearsal.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Sarah Paradis
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Phil Hartman
COORDINATOR: Sarah Paradis 208-426-1685 saraparadis@boisestate.edu
- NAMPA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Nampa Public Library
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, West Middle School - 28 S. Midland Blvd.
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Note earlier rehearsal start. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Sarah Paradis
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Dr. Bill Waterman
COORDINATOR: Ray James 208-465-5084 tubadent@msn.com
- POCATELLO - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: ISU Stephens Performing Arts Center
REGISTRATION: NOVEMBER 17th 5:00 pm ISU Goranson Recital Hall - NOTE DIFFERENT DATE THAN PERFORMANCE (cont. to Reh.).
REHEARSAL: NOVEMBER 17th- same as registration: 6:00 pm, ISU-GRH Fine Arts building, 698 E. Dillon St.
PARKING: Free on site.
NOTE: ATTN PERFORMERS: Registration and Rehearsal are on FRIDAY, a different day/date than the performance date of SATURDAY the 18th. (Note to self...concert is on the 18th, registration/rehearsal on the 17th). Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Patrick Young
COORDINATOR: Chelsea Romney 503-269-0876 isutubachristmas@gmail.com
- REXBURG - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Crossroads Manwaring Center. BYU - Idaho
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, BYU - Snow Building, room 181 -Idaho campus.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Center Street and 2nd & South -parking lot.
NOTE: Wear bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Be sure not to impede your playing abilities. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Jim Brague
COORDINATOR: Matthew Moore 208-206-0948 moorem@byui.edu
ILLINOIS
- ANTIOCH - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Lakes Community H.S. 1600 Eagle Way, Lake Villa - 60046
REGISTRATION: 1:15 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:45 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free.
NOTE: Wear festive holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Paul Hefner
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Matt Kastor
COORDINATORS: Paul Hefner 847-404-7921 paul.hefner01@gmail.com, allbrassmusic@gmail.com, Arlona Schulz , Matt Kastor
- CHICAGO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 - TIME: 11:30 am
LOCATION: DATE CONFIRMED - Palmer House Hilton - Grand Ballroom, 17 E. Monroe St..
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, NOT CONFIRMED Upper Exhibition Hall doors (between 3rd & 4th floors)
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use public transportation if available, otherwise city garages -paid parking
NOTE: SUBJECT TO CHANGE: In the past, the Palmer House grants use of the Upper Exhibition Hall for Reg/Reh, located (between 3rd & 4th floors). Information regarding Reg/Reh is temporary. When confirmed, you most likely won't see this. NO MASK GUIDELINES: Personal prerogative.
Please use gig bag and leave instrument case in car/bus. Bring folding, collapsible, music stand/lyre. Chairs will be provided. Dress in bright festive colors and if desired decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D. ATTENTION ALL PARTICIPANTS AND AUDIENCE: all rooms must be vacated and cleared of personal belongings after the performance. ONLY PERFORMING participants allowed in rehearsal area. NO EXCEPTIONS! Please be considerate and follow the guidance of the Palmer House security personnel. Thank you and see you there.
CONDUCTOR: Retired Colonel, Michael Colburn, U.S. Marine Band, Washington D.C
COORDINATORS: TubaChristmas-HolidayTubas Thomas Phillips 812-824-8833, Gene Pokorny , Brian Frederiksen 847-223-4586,
WEB SITE: www.TubaChristmas.com
- GALENA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Turner Hall, 115 S Bench St..
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use common sense.
NOTE: Dress appropriately for the event. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Danny Rowland
COORDINATOR: Carole Sullivan 815-281-0041 sle@sullivanlavacek.com
- GALESBURG - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: 1st United Methodist Church, 120 N. Kellogg St.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Street parking.
NOTE: ATTN: Performers -Lunch is on your own, several restaurants nearby. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Justin Swearinger
COORDINATOR: Gloria Bailey 309-368-2354 flutopia13@gmail.com
WEB SITE: http://www.kgsymphony/Tubachristmas2023
- LA SALLE-PERU-SPRING VALLEY, ILLINOIS - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Hall High School, 800 West Erie Street, Spring Valley, IL
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, same as rehearsal.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as performance.
PARKING: Ample parking in lots adjacent to the school.
NOTE: Wear bright festive attire. Contest for best decorated instrument during rehearsal. Make sure decor does not impede playing capability. Please bring a music stand. Audience members are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for donation to several local food pantries, as well as jingle bells to join in the fun. Bells will be supplied for children in the audience. Performer registration is $10.00U$D. Pre-registration is appreciated.
CONDUCTOR: Ed Risinger
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Concertmaster - Rex Benson
COORDINATOR: Sue Gillio 815-223-4408 phloot1@aol.com
- MOLINE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: South Park Mall
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, South Park Mall.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, South Park Mall.
PARKING: Mall parking lots.
NOTE: Register and buy supplies beginning November 19th. Contact coordinator for more details. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Nicolas Propes
COORDINATOR: Jim Anselmo 563-391-9000 janselmo@westmusic.com
- NAPERVILLE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 11:00 am
LOCATION: South side of U.S. Bank, corner of Washington and Jefferson Streets
REGISTRATION: 9: 00 am, Community Concert Center (behind U.S. Bank on Washington St.), 55 Concert Lane. Naperville, IL.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking deck south of Concert Center or around Central Park.
NOTE: Merchandise available at the event. Wear bright, festive, attire. Contests for best decorated instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 U$D. CASH ONLY please.
CONDUCTOR: David Carroll
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Ron Keller
COORDINATOR: David Carroll 815-685-6927 dcarroll@naperville203.org
- SPRINGFIELD - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: White Oaks Mall - 2501 W. Wabash Ave. Springfield, IL 62704
REGISTRATION: 11:00 am, White Oaks Mall 2501 W. Wabash -62704
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Park on the West side of mall, near Dicks Sporting Goods
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Indoor concert, please bring a cloth for water valve discharge also, bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. A folding chair if desired. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Tom Philbrick - Springfield Municiple Band and Southeast High School.
COORDINATOR: Roger Schlichting 217-836-2053 raschlichting@comcast.net
INDIANA
- ELKHART - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: The Lerner Theater 410 S Main St Elkhart IN 46516
REGISTRATION: 11:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, same as registration.
PARKING: Downtown lots.
NOTE: Dress in festive, holiday, colors and decorate your instrument if you desire. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Bret Deardorff
COORDINATOR: Bret Deardorf 574-361-2959 bad@elkchristian.org
- EVANSVILLE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Bethlehem United Church of Christ 6400 Oak Hill Road
REGISTRATION: 5:30 pm, same as performance - Bethlehem United Church of Christ 6400 Oak Hill Road.
REHEARSAL: 5:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Park on north or west side.
NOTE: Wear bright festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please enter the "Welcome Area" from the North side. Bring a stand for performance. Performer registration is $10.00
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Kenneth Steinsultz
COORDINATOR: Wayne C. Jones 812-205-9685 waynekristin85@gmail.com
- INDIANAPOLIS - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Indiana Arts Garden, Circle Center - Downtown
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, Circle Centre Mall, Carson’s near food court. -- Park in Red Garage, 48 W. Maryland St. Go to food court on 3rd floor and look for Carson’s.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 same location as registration.
PARKING: Park in Red Garage, 48 W. Maryland St.
NOTE: Performers bring a portable, folding, collapsible, music stand, if needed. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a cloth for water valve discharge. Participants may enter through the Arts garden via the sky-way. Performer registration is $10.00 USD.
CONDUCTOR: John Hilmer
COORDINATORS: Jim Williams 317-501-8668 jwilliams@franklincollege.edu,
- MUNCIE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Sursa Hall
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, outside Sursa Hall
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as performance.
PARKING: Free parking on campus. There is a garage right behind the building.
NOTE: Dress accordingly, indoor concert. Come and join us to help rekindle our Muncie, IN TubaChristmas. Contact the coordinator if you plan to attend/participate. Performer registration is $10.00U$D, includes a 2023 commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Tom Caneva
COORDINATOR: Sarah Smith 219-851-4921 sksmith4@bsu.edu
- NEW CARLISLE - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Mosers Austrian Cafe, 201 E. Michigan St...46552
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm EST, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, EST same as registration.
PARKING: City street parking. (Michigan St.).
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors. Decorate your instrument. Music, hats & scarves will be for sale at the event. Please bring a music stand or two. Performer registration is $10.00. Please note we observe Eastern Standard Time(EST).
CONDUCTOR: Kristin Sturgeon
COORDINATORS: Robert Sturgeon 219-781-4595 rksturgeon46368@yahoo.com, Kristin Sturgeon 219-730-8939
- VALPARAISO - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Chapel of the Resurrection - Valparaiso University
REGISTRATION: 1:15 pm, (CST) same as performance. Valparaiso University - Chapel of the Resurrection.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, (CST) same VU - 1600 Chapel Drive
PARKING: Free on campus.
NOTE: Valparaiso uses (Central Standard Time), please make note. Dress in festive holiday colors. Performing participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Jeffrey Doebler
COORDINATORS: Jeffrey Doebler 219-464-5087 jeff.doebler@valpo.edu, Aimee Tomasek
- VINCENNES - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Vincennes Lowes Home Improvement, 2700 N. 6th St.
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, Vincennes Lincoln High School
REHEARSAL: 11:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: High school Lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Susie Jackson
COORDINATOR: William Marsh 812-887-3705 mkarshw@vcsc.k12.in.us
- WEST LAFAYETTE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: St. Thomas Aquinas/Purdue, 325 W. State St.-Sanctuary
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as performance. St. Thomas Aquinas- Sanctuary/Purdue
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Marsteller St. parking garage & street parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Jay Gephart
COORDINATOR: Brent Laidler 765-742-7428 brent@brentsbench.com
IOWA
- AMES 13TH ANNUAL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Stephens Auditorium, 1900 Center Drive
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Stephens Auditorium 1900 Center Drive
REHEARSAL: 1:50 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: At your discretion. Perhaps south side of building.
NOTE: Please bring a folding, collapsible, or standard music stand. Dress festively and decorate your tuba! Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Michael Golemo
COORDINATORS: Michael Golemo 515-291-9341 mgolemo@mchsi.com, Mary Beth Golemo 515-357-9280
- CEDAR RAPIDS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Downtown Cedar Rapids Public Library
REGISTRATION: 11:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, same as registration.
PARKING: On street parking is free. There is a charge (fee) for the ramp parking charges.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Stephanie Williamson
COORDINATORS: James Engelbach 319-377-2389 tubafun@mchsi.com, Kyle Patrick 319-573-8619
WEB SITE: www.crtubachristmas.com
- CRESTON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 4:30 pm
LOCATION: SWCC campus; Instructional Center, Rm. 220
REGISTRATION: 1:30 pm, SWCC; Instructional Center, South Entrance - Room 220
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration; SWCC; Instructional Ctr, Rm. 220
PARKING: Park in Main SWCC parking area close to Instructional Center
NOTE: Please bring a folding, collapsible, or standard music stand if possible.Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Josh Evert
COORDINATOR: Wade Sick 641-202-3011 sick@swcciowa.edu
- DES MOINES - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Franklin Events Center- Large Auditorium 4801 Franklin Ave.
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, Franklin Events Center - room 148 (SW corner)
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Participants - South or West lots; Audience/Concertgoers - North lot
NOTE: Dress in bright,festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Christian Carichner
COORDINATOR: Brian Kinnan 515-440-1321 brian@dmtubachristmas.com
WEB SITE: www.dmtubachristmas.com
- DUBUQUE - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 - TIME: 6:30 pm
LOCATION: University of Dubuque - Heritage Center
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, Heritage Center-2255 Bennett St.
REHEARSAL: 5:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Any campus parking lot, after 4:00pm.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Nolan Hauta
COORDINATOR: Nolan Hauta 563-589-3797 nhauta@dbq.edu
- ESTHERVILLE - THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30
TIMES: 6:00 pm - Methodist Church, 102 S. 8th St.
7:00 pm - Public Library, 613 Central Ave.
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, Methodist Church, same as first performance
REHEARSAL: 5:15 pm, same as registration
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Laura Giebler
COORDINATOR: Lexie Ruter 712-362-3541 echamber@gmail.com
- MASON CITY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Principal Pavillion
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, Mason City High School, Band Room
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same as registration
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors. Decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Jeff Kirkpatrick
COORDINATORS: Jeff Kirkpatrick 641-220-2967 jeffkirkpatrick8@gmail.com, Robert Fisher 641-425-2818
- OSKALOOSA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Penn Central Mall
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Penn Central Mall
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, Penn Central Mall
PARKING: Free parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Justin Von Ahsen
COORDINATOR: Mike Gipple 641-295-0350 mike.gipple@musco.com
- OTTUMWA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Liberty Elementary School, 50 Traxler Dr.
REGISTRATION: 1:30 pm, Liberty Elementary School
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, Liberty Elementary School
PARKING: Plenty of free parking.
NOTE: Please bring a music stand. Instrument decorations encouraged. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Brenda Hagedon
COORDINATOR: Mary Lee Hansen 641-777-8216 mleehansen@centurylink.net
- PERRY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: First United Methodist Church, 1100 3rd St.
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgment.
NOTE: Dress festively. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Blaine Schmidt
COORDINATOR: Chad Thompson 515-314-0310 mail@chadthompson.me
- SIOUX CITY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Various sites
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, 900 Larsen Park Rd.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same
PARKING: Lot parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding stand for rehearsal & performance. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Josh Calkin
COORDINATOR: Tim Barrett 712-898-7507 tim@timalan.com
WEB SITE: sites.google.com/view/sctubachristmas/home
- SPENCER, 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - MONDAY, DECEMBER 4 - TIME: 6:30 pm
LOCATION: Old Middle School
REGISTRATION: 5:30 pm, same as performance, old middle school.
REHEARSAL: 6:00 pm, same - old middle school.
PARKING: Lot behind building.
NOTE: Dress festively in holiday colors. Decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Alan Berdahl
COORDINATOR: Nancy Naeve 605-929-0982 nancy@spencermainstreet.com
KANSAS
- IOLA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Allen Theater Building, 1801 N. Cottonwood St. -66749
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as performance, Allen Theater Building
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Plentiful-free.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Jeffrey Anderson
COORDINATOR: Jeffrey Anderson 620-901-6258 anderson@allencc.edu
- JUNCTION CITY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Junction City Municipal Building, 701 N. Jefferson St.
REGISTRATION: 3:45 pm, C.L. Hoover Opera House, 118 W. 7th St. Junction City, KS
REHEARSAL: 4:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free street parking and nearby parking lots.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Victor Wong 785-762-2161 jccommband1@gmail.com
- MANHATTAN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 5:00 pm
LOCATION: Manhatten Town Center Mall. (was 3:00 pm)
REGISTRATION: 2:30 pm, 201 McCain Auditorium - Kansas State University. (was 12:30 pm)
REHEARSAL: 3:00 pm, same as registration. (was 1:00pm)
PARKING: Free parking.
NOTE: *ATTENTION* TIME CHANGES FOR REG/REH & PERFORMANCE AS OF 11-02-23. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Steven Maxwell & Joel Gittle.
COORDINATOR: Steven Maxwell 816-820-4158 smaxwell@ksu.edu
- SALINA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 12:30 pm
LOCATION: Salina Central Mall Food Court; 2259 S. 9th Street.
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, Friendship Center, 746 Commanche Ave, Salina 57401
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration
PARKING: Free parking onsite
NOTE: Performers must bring their own music stands.
Take I-135 exit 92, turn east on Crawford, turn south on Willow (next to Kwik shop), take next east on Cypress. Friendship Center to the south of roller skate park.
Dress in holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10.00 USD.
CONDUCTOR: Steve Lueth
COORDINATORS: Ron McWilliams 785-218-2785 ron2ba@gmail.com, Dave Burnett 785-201-4246
- WICHITA - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12 - TIME: 6:30 pm
LOCATION: Century II Convention Hall
REGISTRATION: 5:15 pm, same as performance -ENTER N.W. corner entrance to CII Convention Hall.
REHEARSAL: 6:00 pm, same as performance and registration.
PARKING: Parking structures across the street, or metered spots.
NOTE: Indoor concert.The TubaChristmas presentation is a prelude to the Wichita Symphony "Family Holiday" concert. Performers are again welcome to stay and enjoy the show. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Phillip C. Black 316-641-0124 phillip.black@wichita.edu
KENTUCKY
- BOWLING GREEN - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Greenwood Mall
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, WKU Music Hall - Lobby
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, WKU Music Hall - IRH
PARKING: Available at wku.edu/tubaeuph
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. David Humphreys
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Dr. Gary Schallert & Dr. Terrance Brown
COORDINATOR: David Humphreys 405-922-7527 david.humphreys@wku.edu
- LEXINGTON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Joseph Beth Booksellers (Lexington Green)
REGISTRATION: 10:15 am, Lexington Cathholic High School - Band room.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration - Band room.
PARKING: Parking by flagpole.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Lawrence Banks
COORDINATOR: Lawrence Banks 606-356-0245 lbanks@lexingtoncatholic.com
- LOUISVILLE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Mall St. Matthews
REGISTRATION: 10:00 AM, Ballard High School
REHEARSAL: 10:30 AM, BallardHigh School
PARKING: Behind school, look for the cell tower.
NOTE: Bring a stand. Books available for purchase at registration. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors. Participant registration and rehearsal are at Ballard and is $10.00. After rehearsal we will depart for the venue.
CONDUCTOR: Chris Schmidt
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Carl Kling
COORDINATORS: Curtis Moss 502-445-0073 curtis.moss@jefferson.kyschools.us, Jim Daniel louisvillebandman@gmail.com
- NEWPORT - SEE CINCINNATI, OH POST - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 11:15 am
LOCATION: Newport on the Levee
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, same as performance, in the community room.
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: At Newport on the Levee.
NOTE: NOTE TIME CHANGE. New Date! New Time! New Location!!! (same info in OH, Cincinnati post.) Dress festively and decorate your instrument. Please bring a stand if you require one. Stands not provided. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Bruce Knapp
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Kevin Sucher
COORDINATOR: Barbara Rathbon 859-250-5761 tubachristmasohky@gmail.com
LOUISIANA
- ALEXANDRIA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Alexandria Mall - Food Court.
REGISTRATION: 12:00 pm, Pineville High School Band room.
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Rehearsal: PHS, Performance: Mall lot by the main entrance.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button
CONDUCTOR: Ernest Bott Jr.
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Area music educators, local band directors, and college music majors.
COORDINATOR: Ernest Bott Jr. 318-359-0136 ernbo3@aol.com
- HOUMA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Southdown Plantation
REGISTRATION: 9:00 ama, Houma Jr. High School
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Please bring your own stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button
CONDUCTOR: George Underwood
COORDINATOR: Ben Templet 985-438-1075 houmatuba@gmail.com
- SHREVEPORT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Caddo Common Park
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, Municipal Auditorium.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free at Municipal Auditorium lot, 865 Texas Street.
NOTE: Please dress in festive holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button
CONDUCTOR: David Hobson
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Crozet Duplantier 318-676-8958 bbbofla@gmail.com
MAINE
- FREEPORT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Freeport High School, 30 Holbrook Street -04032
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Freeport High School.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Lot in rear of Freeport high school.
NOTE: Please email or contact the coordinator if you would like or plan to participate, so as to contact you with any updates. Feel free to dress in holiday attire and to decorate your instrument. Please bring a music stand and a small colth/towel for moisture discharge. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Scott Thurston
COORDINATOR: Lee Urban 207-653-1801 leeurban808@gmail.com
- KENNEBUNKPORT - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Nonantum Resort - 95 Ocean Avenue
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm same
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm same
PARKING: Across the street and next to building.
NOTE: UNDER CONSTUCTION Dress in bright festive colors. Decorate your instrument. Nonantum resort room reservations. Contact coordinator before reserving a room, number below. Direct to resort operator: Phone 207-967-4050 Freephone 1-800-552-5651 Registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Tom Lizotte
COORDINATOR: Jean Ginn Marvin 207-329-1310 jean@nonantumresort.com
MARYLAND
- ANNAPOLIS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: St. Anne's Episcopal Church
REGISTRATION: 1:30 pm, same as performance. St. Anne's Episcopal Church. Church circle.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Public parking for a small fee.
NOTE: Adorn yourself with bright, festive, holiday colors, and be sure to decorate your instrument. Dress warm as weather is rather unpredictable that time of year. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Erica Bright
COORDINATOR: Erica Bright 443-458-3576 tcnaptown@gmail.com
- BALTIMORE - 38TH ANNUAL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Amphitheatre, Harborplace, Baltimore
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm Constellation Energy Entrance of the Maryland Science Center, Key Highway entrance
REHEARSAL: NO REH. this year SEE ATTN: in notes - Please practice on your own and be prepared.
PARKING: Area paid parking garages near Harborplace & Amphitheatre.
NOTE: ATTN: Check for updates via email sent and follow us on social media for details and updates: the facebook page: facebook.com/TUBAltimore and Instagram @tubaltimore. Any signs of not feeling well, please stay home, get healthy, stay safe.
Dress in warm layers of bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Bring portable folding seats and music stands as needed. Please leave cases and gig bags in your cars. In case of extreme inclement weather the event/concert will be cancelled. Bring your "Carols for a Merry TubaChristmas" music book or one can be purchased at registration.
Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Jim Wharton
COORDINATORS: Lisa Schultze 443-990-1391 schultze.lisa.music@gmail.com, Jim Wharton 410-823-3388, Brian Frazier
WEB SITE: www.facebook.com/TUBAaltimore
- BEL AIR - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 5:00 pm
LOCATION: Bel Air High School - Auditorium, 100 Heighe St., 21014
REGISTRATION: 2:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 3:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking at high school.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. A cloth for water discharge. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Sue Wilson
COORDINATORS: Cheryl Wald 443-876-4267 cheryl.wald90@gmail.com, James Laisure 443-742-8487
- FREDERICK - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., 21701
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: On street or garage parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. A cloth for water discharge. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D. Beginning November 1st, you may register through our website: www.merrytubachristmasfrederick.weebly.com. See below.
CONDUCTOR: Jay Gibble
COORDINATOR: Patsy Ensminger 301-602-5041 pj1119@comcast.net
WEB SITE: merrytubachristmasfrederick.weebly.com
- SOLOMONS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 90 Alexander Lane
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 noon, same as registration.
PARKING: Free on site.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Rick Penix
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Lily Hensler
COORDINATOR: Brian Brown 443-404-1098 brownbl@comcast.net
- WESTMINSTER - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Stage in front of Westminster Library, 50 E. Main St.
REGISTRATION: REG - SEE NOTES 10:45 am - Pre-register: xmas.tubas.net (hhttps://xmas.tuba.net
REHEARSAL: CHECK-IN 11:00 am, Boys & Girls Club of Westminster, 71 E. Main St.
PARKING: Longwell parking garage, street.
NOTE: Pre-registration and more information available at: XMAS.TUBAS.NET. Please monitor the website as information will change when it becomes available. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Andrew Spang
COORDINATOR: Travis Dixon (Kim) 410-844-2085 xmas@tubas.net
MASSACHUSETTS
- BERNARDSTON, FRANKLIN COUNTY - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: United Church of Bernardston
REGISTRATION: 1:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:45 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: In lot & on street.
NOTE: Notice: It is in our hopes that it is an outdoor performance! If so, dress accordingly and please pay attention to the weather before venturing out. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D.
Attn: coordinator email address: damons_of_gill@yahoo.com
CONDUCTOR: Steve Damon
COORDINATOR: Steve Damon 802-451-6663 damons_of_gill@yahoo.com
- BOSTON - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Franklin Tower Steps - 1 Franklin Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Franklin Tower Steps, 1 Franklin Street -Boston 02110
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Post Office Square garage, 112 Congress St., not sure on Sundays possibly $9.00 per day.
NOTE: Performers, please contact coordinator if you plan to attend. Rain date: Sunday, November 26th. Ms Sheeler is researching indoor rehearsal space, monitor our web site. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Natalie Sheeler
COORDINATORS: Natalie Sheeler 857-265-0848 nmsheeler@gmail.com, nsheeler@sturgischarterschool.org
- PIONEER VALLEY-SPRINGFIELD, MA - 10TH ANNUAL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: South Congregational Church, 45 Maple Street - Springfield, MA
REGISTRATION: 11:00 am, same as concert venue.
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Church lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Lunch will be provided to paid participants and volunteers. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Carol Bobbin
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Roger Burnett 413-250-8805 pvtubachristmas@gmail.com
MICHIGAN
- ANN ARBOR - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Farmers' Market and Kerrytown Shops, 415 N. Fifth Ave at Detroit St..
REGISTRATION: 9:30 Eastern Michigan University-Alexander Music Building on East Circle Dr., corner of Lowell & Jarvis Street: YPSILANTI,MI 48197
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Rehearsal: Good judgment lot. Performance: Lot, garage, street.
NOTE: Outdoor performance under the awning. Please dress accordingly for the weather. Adorn in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Goerge Thompson
COORDINATOR: George Thompson 734-395-9544 slowtoreply@gmail.com
- DETROIT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Central United Methodist Church, 23 E. Adams., 48226
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, location same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, location same as performance.
PARKING: Free. (tell attendant you are there for TubaChristmas).
NOTE: Tickets for tuba players & audience are available on Eventbrite:
(https://www.eventbrite.com/e/merry-tuba-christmas-tickets-759362231877?aff=oddtdtcreator) .
Audience members can also just show up. We prefer that performers register on "Eventbrite" and bring their ticket at 9:00 that morning; it will make registration go so much faster. Performer registration is $10.00USD(plus a small service charge) and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaCHristmas® button . You must possess, acquire, or order music from TubaChristmas® centrals new website store: "Shopify TubaChristmas". Music will be available for purchase at the site as well. Call coordinator if you have any questions regarding the event. The concert is free for audience members.
Lunch provided for paid performers.
CONDUCTOR: Ms. Markita Moore
COORDINATORS: James N. Bull 313-928-2950 jimnbull@gmail.com, Rev. Paul Perez 313-965-5422, Central UMC is the sponsoring organization
WEB SITE: (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/merry-tuba-christmas-tickets-759362231877?aff
- ENGADINE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Engadine High school-Gym.
REGISTRATION: 11:30 am, Engadine High school - band room.
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, same as registration.
PARKING: School lots.
NOTE: Dress comfortably for the season. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: JR Clark
COORDINATOR: Bob Bowser 810-335-5704 bowerreb@yahoo.com
- FLINT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Flint Farmers Market
REGISTRATION: 9:15 am UM-Flint French Hall 144
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am. same as registration.
PARKING: Flint Farmers Market
NOTE: Performers need to bring own music stands to rehearsal and performance.
Dress in festive, holiday clothing and decorate your instruments. Rain or shine, inside or out. Performer registration is $10.00USD.
CONDUCTOR: Benjy Jones
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Doug Burtch
COORDINATOR: Benjy Jones 810-397-9064 seatuba@gmail.com
- GRAND RAPIDS - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Grand Rapids Public Museum, galleria under the Fin whale. 272 Pearl Street NW
REGISTRATION: 12:00 Noon, same as performance, upstairs near MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration, auditorium-upstairs near MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS.
PARKING: GRPM structure, bring ticket in for validation-Holiday Inn lot, llok for signs.
NOTE: ATTENTION PERFORMERS: Please bring your own music stand, Also, a cloth or plate for valve discharge. Pizza & pop at registration. Museum opens at 10:00am and you're welcome to arrive early to enjoy the exhibits. Wear holiday attire. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Matt Palmieri
COORDINATORS: Karen Dunnam 616-304-8306 karendunnam@gmail.com, Facebook:@grandrapidstubachristmas
WEB SITE: www.gr-tuba-xmas.com
- HOUGHTON - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: MTU - Rozsa Lobby, 1400 Townsend Dr.
REGISTRATION: 3:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free, all designated Rozsa event parking lots.
NOTE: Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Micah Erickson
COORDINATOR: Austin Jordan 906-275-8404 mtutubachristmas@gmail.com
- HOWELL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 5:00 pm
LOCATION: First Prebyterian Church - 323 W. Grand River -Howell
REGISTRATION: 3:00 pm, First Presbyterian Church, 323 W. Grand River
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm, same as registration
PARKING: Ample parking at at church.
NOTE: Indoor rehearsal and performance. All TubaChristmas activities will take place at the First Presbyterian Church, 323 W. Grand River - Howell. Please bring music stand (if needed), chairs will be provided. Music book available for purchase on site, $20.00, and TubaChristmas hats & scarves on sale at registration. Please bring a rag to rehearsal for personal water valve discharge from instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dale Marzewski
COORDINATOR: Dale Marzewski 517-230-6500 marzewskidl@att.net
- IRONWOOD - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Cold Iron Brewery, 1045 S. Lowell St.
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Hurley School bandroom, 5503 W. Rangeview Dr. Hurley, WI 54534
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: On nearby streets -free.
NOTE: ATTN. PERFORMERS: Band room door (for registration & rehearsal) is off the northeast part of the main parking lot at Hurley k-12 school. Performance is indoor. Bring a folding, collapsible, or standard stand. Wear festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D..
CONDUCTOR: Maggie Hill
COORDINATORS: Susan Trull 906-285-2137 suetrull@att.net, Marie Eggleston 906-932-0578 mcegg@sbcglobal.net
- KALAMAZOO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: First Congregational Church, 345 W. Michigan Ave., 49007
REGISTRATION: 1:30 pm, First Congregational Church, 345 W. Michigan Ave.- 49007
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking in church lot and on street.
NOTE: Decorate your instrument and dress in holiday attire. Bring a small cloth/towel for moisture discharge. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: AnnMarie Welton
COORDINATOR: William E. Johnson 269-206-0006 itauditbill@gmail.com
- MARQUETTE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3
TIMES: 1:30 pm - Marquette Regional History Center
3:00 pm - Norlite Nursing Center -(NOTE: This concert is for the residents and their families only). PLEASE UN
REGISTRATION: 11:45 am, Northern Michigan University, band room.
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, same as registration.
PARKING: On Elizabeth Harden Dr. and parking lots next to the Thomas Fine Arts Building.
NOTE: ATTN:(2) concerts, different venues. UPDATE AS OF 11-24-23- 3PM concert is A PRIVATE concert at Norlite Nursing Center -(NOTE: This concert is for the residents and their families only). PLEASE understand.... 1:30pm concert is at the Marquette Regional History Center and is open to the general public, performer & audience members. Contact coordinator for more information. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Steve Grugin
COORDINATOR: Tom Bronken 906-226-0134 tbronken@bronkenhamlin.net
- ROCHESTER HILLS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Varner Recital Hall
REGISTRATION: 8:00 in Varner Recital Hall
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Varner parking lot
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate you instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Kenneth Kresche
COORDINATOR: Randy or Kate Safford 248-670-0176 or 248-867-3442 rsafford@saffordbaker.com
- SAGINAW TOWNSHIP-INAUGURAL EVENT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1415 N. Center Rd. Saginaw, MI 48638
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: In church lot.
NOTE: Decorate your instrument and dress in holiday attire for an indoor concert. Bring a small cloth/towel for moisture discharge. Stands will be provided, if you do not have one. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Scott Stewart - Director of Bands, Herritage high school.
COORDINATOR: Michael Bishop 989-964-8814 tubasparky@hotmail.com
- SOUTH LYON - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Salem-South Lyon District Library, 9800 Pontiac Trail, 48178
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, same location as performance. Salem-South Lyon Library, 9800 Pontiac trail. -conference room inside.
REHEARSAL: 5:15 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Ample parking at the library.
NOTE: REG/REH: are indoors, out door concert. Dress for the weather. Bring music stand or lyre if needed, chairs will be provided at rehearsal. Music books are $20.00, scarves & hats $15.00 all on sale at registration, Please bring a rag for personal water discharge at rehearsal. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Dale Marzewski
COORDINATOR: Dale Marzewski 517-548-1603 marzewskidl@att.net
- ZEELAND - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27 - TIME: 5:45 pm
LOCATION: North Street Church 20 E. Main., near Zeeland City Hall
REGISTRATION: 4:30 pm, North Street Church, 20 E. Main Ave.
REHEARSAL: 4:45 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Church parking lot.
NOTE: Performance near City Hall 21 S. Elm.. Dress is festively in holiday colors. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Keith Walker
COORDINATORS: Cathy Lugten 616-748-3111 clugten@zps.org, Keith Walker
MINNESOTA
- AUSTIN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 11:00 am
LOCATION: Paramount Theatre
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, same as performance site.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free street parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors. Breakfast provided for players. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Ross Reishus
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Christoph Dundas
COORDINATOR: Nancy Schnable 507-437-4563 director@austinmn.com
- COKATO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Dassel-Cokato High School Performing Arts Center
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: East parking lot of the high school.
NOTE: Contact coordinator for more information. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Aron Bohnert
COORDINATOR: Aron Bohnert 320-250-5348 aron.bohnert@gmail.com
- DULUTH - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: First Lutheran Church, 1100 E. Superior St - 55802
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Two (2) free lots available.
NOTE: Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Tracey Gibbens
COORDINATORS: Tracey Gibbens 218-591-0493 ballade1100@gmail.com, Grant Studer
- MANKATO - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Mankato Civic Center -1 Civic Center Plaza, 56001
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, Mankato Civic Center - Hockey arena Lobby
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: City streets, use good judgment.
NOTE: Please bring a folding music stand if possible. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors. Decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10.00
CONDUCTOR: Edwin Stock
COORDINATOR: Edwin Stock 507-304-2915 tubugs70@gmail.com
- MARSHALL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Southwest Minnesota State Student Center
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, SMSU Fine Arts building, Level 1, rm 135.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, SMSU Fine Arts, room 135.
PARKING: Free parking in Lot B1.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: John Ginocchio
COORDINATORS: John Ginocchio 507-530-8926 john.ginocchio@smsu.edu,
- MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, 35TH ANNIVERSARY - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Central Presbyterian Church, 500 Cedar St., St. Paul
REGISTRATION: 1:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 2:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgment.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Carol Jensen
COORDINATOR: Carol Jensen 612-788-3516 cmj01a@msn.com
- NORTHFIELD - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Skinner Memorial Chapel, Carleton College- 1 North College St.,
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: On street.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00 U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Paul Niemisto
COORDINATOR: Dan Bergeson 507-581-0553 bergesod@gmail.com
- ROCHESTER - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Hope Summit Church, 1315 6th Ave. SE
REGISTRATION: 09:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Church lot. Use good judgement.
NOTE: Dress in festive, holiday colors & Tuba trim decorations are highly encouraged. Prizes awarded. Please bring a stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Multiple - TBD
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Abbie Brown 503-750-7051 tubachristmasrochestermn@gmail.com
- ST. CLOUD - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Salem Lutheran Church 90 Riverside Dr. SE -56303
REGISTRATION: 3:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking in church lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Bring a standard, portable, collapsing stand and an extra. All performers bring a stand, please. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Mark Springer
COORDINATOR: Mark Springer 320-266-7470 mspringer@stcloudstate.edu
- VIRGINIA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Rock Ridge School - Auditorium, 1403 Progress Parkway -55792
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, Rock Ridge school -auditorium
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration
PARKING: Plenty at the venue.
NOTE: ATTN: Virginia, MN follows Central Time. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Bill Lavato
COORDINATOR: Tom Baldrica 615-715-6378 bnabatman@gmail.com
MISSOURI
- CAPE GIRARDEAU - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: West Park Mall
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, Cape Central HS
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Lots provided.
NOTE: Dress in festive attire. Enter from south parking lot of Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
Enter from the south parking lot of Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall
CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Billy Keys 573-275-1709 keysb@capetigers.com
- COLUMBIA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Columbia Mall - next to Express by Dilliards, 2300 Bernadette Dr. 65203.
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, West Middle School band room 401 Clinkscales Rd.- 65203
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free at each event. West middle - Park inSouthwest lot and enter band room via exterior doors at the top of the ramp.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring you own stand & cloth for water valve discharge. See our Facebook page columbiaMOTubaChristmas. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Kyle Donnelly
COORDINATOR: Kyle Donnelly 636-328-2165 kylejdonnelly@outlook.com
- KANSAS CITY - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Crown Center Square, 2450 Grand Boulevard KCMO 64108
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, same as performance location, - Crown Center Square.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same performance location, - Crown Center Square.
PARKING: Crown Center garage.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Scott Watson
COORDINATOR: Stephanie Brimhall/Kansas City Symphony 816-218-2639 sbrimhall@kcsymphony.org
- SPRINGFIELD - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 - TIME: 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Drury University Stone Chapel, 900 N. Benton Ave.
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 5:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Along Benton Ave., W. of Maybee P.A.C-Stone Chapel, lot 2. Behind Shewmaker Communication Center SW corner of Drury Lane & Central Street. Handicap parking available behind Stone Chapel & Bay Hall.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Indoor event. Please bring cloth for water valve discharge. Performer registration is $10.00. See the Springfield Facebook page for any weather related information and get a glimpse.
CONDUCTOR: Troy Peterson
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Jennifer Jester & Tom Meyer
COORDINATORS: Jennifer Jester 417-988-7312 tubachristmasspringfieldmo@gmail.com, jennifer.jester@millersville.edu
- ST. JOSEPH - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: East Hills Mall, Central Courtyard
REGISTRATION: 3:00 pm, same south end of Courtyard
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm, same, space 111 (behind registration table)
PARKING: Plenty of free parking at the Mall
NOTE: Dress in festive attire and decorate your instrument. Please bring your own music (available at www.tubachristmas.com) and music stand. Chairs are provided. Performer registration fee is $10USD (cash only, no checks/credit cards/debit cards)
CONDUCTOR: Joe Voga
COORDINATORS: Mark Mikkelsen 816-520-4539 tubacstjoe@gmail.com, Jeff Poet 816-344-6170, Joe Voga 816-387-3159
- ST. LOUIS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Anheuser-Busch Biergarten, 1200 Lynch Street. -63118
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 8:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking. Handicap available.
NOTE: Participants: Bring a folding, collapsible, or standard music stand. Stands are not provided. Chairs will be provided. Prizes for most festively decorated instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Jeremy Knudtson
COORDINATOR: Jeremy Knudtson 314-971-9125 jmk78160@gmail.com
MONTANA
- GREAT FALLS - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Bass Clef School of Music Formerly Times Square - Downtown, 525 Central Avenue Lower Level
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, Bass Clef School of Music, Downtown. Formerly Times Square Downtown - 525 Central Ave. Lower Level
REHEARSAL: NONE- 5:30 pm - Warm up in Municipal Band Office
PARKING: Lot behind building.
NOTE: Please rehearse prior to event. No formal rehearsal-practice. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button. Please contact coordinator for more information.
CONDUCTOR: Jeff Skogley
COORDINATOR: Phil Burton 406-899-9982 gtfphil@yahoo.com
- KALISPELL - MONDAY, DECEMBER 18 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: The Red Lion Ballroom, 20 N. Main Street in Kalispell, MT.
REGISTRATION: 3:15 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 4:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Kalispell Center Mall lot.
NOTE: Attention everyone: We are back at the Red Lion Ball Room. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Allen Slater
COORDINATOR: Allen Slater 406-270-1696 slatera4682@gmail.com
- MISSOULA - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Southgate Mall Scheels Concourse
REGISTRATION: 3:30 pm Location: same as performance. Look for signs.
REHEARSAL: 4:00 pm Location: same as performance.
PARKING: Southgate Mall - Park & Enter main Mall entrance.
NOTE: Dress in bright festive colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Gary Gillett
COORDINATOR: Gary Gillett 406-241-6365 garylgillett@gmail.com
NEBRASKA
- KEARNEY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: University of Nebraska@ Kearney - Fine Arts Recital Hall
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, Fine Arts Recital Hall-
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free
NOTE: Wear holiday spirited attire and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Various
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Several
COORDINATOR: Robert Benton 248-444-5131 Bentonrw@unk.edu
- OMAHA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Kountze Memorial Lutheran Church, 2650 Farnam St.
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:45 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Lot West of church, limited parking on the street.
NOTE: Handicap parking -NE corner of church. Dress in bright, colorful, seasonal attire and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Craig Fuller
COORDINATOR: Nathan Griffith 402-980-6121 npgriff@protonmail.com
- SCOTTSBLUFF - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Uptown Scottsbluff
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, Scottsbluff High School - Band Room
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Park in the West parking lot off of 2nd Ave. Enter the school through the South main doors. Bring a folding music stand for the performance.
NOTE: Bring a folding or portable stand for the performance. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button
CONDUCTOR: Frank Ibero
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Randy Raines
COORDINATOR: Frank Ibero 308-672-7563 fibero@sbps.net
NEVADA
- LAS VEGAS - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Town Square, by the coffee boutique.
REGISTRATION: 9:45 am, Del Sol Academy of the Performing Arts.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free at most public garages, lots, or street.
NOTE: ATTN PLAYERS: Pre-Registration is available. FOR REGISTRATION ONLY:email Leannek.Stamp@gmail.com to complete the form and pay by venmo, ahead of time. The DEADLINE for pre-registration is THURSDAY DECEMBER 7th. You will still need to pick up your button at registration. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand to rehearsal and performance, if needed. We will be performing near the Christmas tree which is located close to the Coffee Bean. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Dick McGee
COORDINATORS: Leanne Stamp 702-759-3309 leannek.stamp@gmail.com, Brad Bradley 702-335-2559
- RENO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Wilbur D. May Museum at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking available on site.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive , holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: David Bugli
COORDINATOR: Todd DeVito 775-297-1654 tubaxmasreno@yahoo.com
NEW HAMPSHIRE
- COLEBROOK - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Trinity Church, Bridge Street
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Behind church.
NOTE: Event Host: Great North Woods- Center for the Arts. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Stands not provided. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Notice: 12:00 noon complimentary lunch for paid players. Performer registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Andrew Tobin
COORDINATOR: Brian Hathaway 603-631-3020 hathaway.brian@yahoo.com
- KEENE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Mabel Brown Room, Keene State College-Student Center, 229 Main St.,
REGISTRATION: 11:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, same as performance.
PARKING: Madison/Holloway lots off Winchester Street.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Lunch provided to paid performers! Covid restrictions lifted! Sing-a-long is a GO! Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. John T. Hart Jr.
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Doug Nelson
COORDINATOR: Dr. John T. Hart Jr.,Ph.D. 603-358-2193 john.hart@keene.edu
- MANCHESTER - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Manchester Community School 2291 Elm St..-03104
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Trenton Street lot. Elm Steet lot or street parking.
NOTE: Festive dress for person and instrument. Please bring own TubaChristmas book if possible. Please also bring a donation for pizza! Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Hailley McConnell
COORDINATOR: HailleyMcConnell 603-620-9358 haliley@mcmusicschool.org
- PLAISTOW - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Timberlane Performing Arts Center
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, same as concert, TRPAC.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same
PARKING: Free on site.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. ATTN PERFORMERS: the tuba/euphonium playing, pizza eating kind who like to preregister. A pizza lunch/gathering is being offered by your coordinators for a $5.00 additional charge, between rehearsal and performance. Our national performer fee of $10.00USD is standard and includes a 2023 commemorative button.
To join the pizza train and get on the pizza lunch list, follow the link below
https://forms.gle/viSWcNcDJ7fc4bou7
Lunch will conclude in plenty of time to prepare, prior to performance. Again, the national performer registration, per event is $10.00USD.
CONDUCTOR: Mike Seckla
COORDINATORS: Kurt Schweiss 603-382-6541x3981 kurt.schweiss@timberlane.net, Lynn Mastorakos 603-382-6541x3980
WEB SITE: //forms.gle/viSWcNcDJ7fc4bou7
- WOLFEBORO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: First Congregational Church, 115 South Main Street -03894
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, same as concert.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Church parking lot.
NOTE: Dress in festive, colorful holiday attire. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Claudia Bissett
COORDINATOR: Joe W Ewing 603-569-3861 bigjoe65@roadrunner.com
NEW JERSEY
- BELVIDERE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Warren County Courthouse, (413 2nd Street)
REGISTRATION: 2:45 pm, Belvidere United Methodist Church, (219 Hardwick Street).
REHEARSAL: 3:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Plenty of parking around the Square.
NOTE: Dress warmly in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Joshua E. Long
COORDINATOR: Becky L. Long 610-588-1884 info@artmusicemporium.com
WEB SITE: www.artmusicemporium.com
- MORRISTOWN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Morristown Green
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, Morristown United Methodist Church- 50 Park Place
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Around Green. On site in church lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Matthew S. Paterno
GUEST CONDUCTOR: John Palatucci
COORDINATOR: Matthew J. Paterno 201-602-5301 lobrass@optonline.net
- PRINCETON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Princeton Market Fair Mall
REGISTRATION: 11:30 am, Princeton Market Fair Mall.
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, same as registration.
PARKING: Use lot around exterior of mall.
NOTE: Please bring a collapsible, folding, or standard music stand and folding chair if desired. Not provided. Dress festively. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button. The coordinator asks that you pre-order music and/or hats, scarves, or headbands from https://tubachristmas.myshopify.com Thank you.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Jerry Rife
COORDINATOR: Ron Taglairino 609-213-7704 rontaglairino@gmail.com
- RIDGEWOOD - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 - TIME: 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Westside Presbyterian Church, 6 South Monroe St. -07450
REGISTRATION: 5:30 pm, same as performance venue.
REHEARSAL: 6:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Westside Presbyterian church lot.
NOTE: Dress festively in bright, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Christian Wilhjelm
COORDINATOR: Jacqueline Sarracco 201-724-0226 jasarracco@gmail.com
- WOODSTOWN - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Woodstown Presbyterian Church - 46 Auburn Rd., Woodstown, NJ
REGISTRATION: 4:00 pm, Woodstown Presbyterian Church- 46 Auburn Rd, Woodstown, NJ
REHEARSAL: 5:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Woodstown Presbyterian Church parking lot.
NOTE: South Jersey's TubaChristmas. Please bring a music stand if needed. Dress festive! Awards given for best/most decorated instruments and for youngest and oldest. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Jim Ludlam
COORDINATORS: Jim Ludlam 856-371-5379 darthtuba@hotmail.com, Scott West 609-221-2572
NEW MEXICO
- ALBUQUERQUE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Albuquerque Old Town Gazebo
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, Eldorado High School, Band room. 11300 Montgomery Blvd. NE
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain RDNW, last 2 rows
NOTE: ATTN: ALL parties (audience, onlooker's, or performer) planning to attend the event, please monitor the weather a day prior to performance. Weather can be rather unstable this time of year. Dress for the weather prior to rehearsal, before and after performance. Chairs and music stands are not provided. For the performance, please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Also, a folding chair if needed or required. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Stephen Snowden Jr
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Various music educators.
COORDINATORS: Andrew Linderkamp 505-315-7537 Alndrkmp@yahoo.com, Greg Hobbs 505-307-0692
- LAS CRUCES - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:30 pm
LOCATION: NMSU Music Center, Atkinson Auditorium 1075 North Horseshoe-88003
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, Atkinson Recital Hall, 1075 N. Horseshoe
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking on campus.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Prof. Steven Haddad
COORDINATOR: Dr. Allan R. Kaplan 575-532-5605 akaplan@nmsu.edu
NEW YORK
- ALBANY - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Empire State Plaza Ice Rink
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm, Empire State Plaza, Concourse, Meeting Room 5*
REHEARSAL: 2:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Under plaza. Contact coordinator for potential free permit.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Contact your coordinator blosteinm@gmail.com to be added to his list for updates, parking permits, etc.. Performer registration is $10:00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Michael Blostein 518-477-7086 blosteinm@gmail.com
- BINGHAMTON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Oakdale Commons, Johnson City, NY
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, same as performance. Oakdale Commons -Johnson City, NY
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, same as registration.
PARKING: Mall Lot
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Bob Smith
COORDINATOR: David Smith 607-422-6227 Tubadave29@gmail.com
- CORNING/ELMIRA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Corning Museum of Glass, 1 Museum Way
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, First Congregational Church, 171 Pulteney St. Corning, NY
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, First Congregational Church, 171 Pulteney St. Corning, NY
PARKING: CMoG parking lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. ATTN: All musicians, please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand, if needed. Free pizza and soda served after rehearsal for all paid participants. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Mary Olson
COORDINATORS: Jim Ellison 607-767-5942 corningtubachristmas@gmail.com, Mary Olson 607-742-8164 maryolson130@gmail.com,
- CORNING/ELMIRA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Corning Museum of Glass, 1 Museum Way
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, First Congregational Church, 171 Pulteney St. Corning, NY
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, First Congregational Church, 171 Pulteney St. Corning, NY
PARKING: Park at museum.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. ATTN: All musicians, please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand, if needed. Free pizza and soda served after rehearsal for all paid participants. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATORS: Jim Ellison 607-767-5942 corningtubachristmas@gmail.com, Mary Olson 607-742-8164 maryolson130@gmail.com,
- NEW YORK CITY -CELEBRATING THE 50TH TUBACHRISTMAS - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Rockefeller Plaza-Carols under the world's most famous Christmas Tree- 50th St side of Center Plaza
REGISTRATION: 10:30am - 12:30pm Rockefeller Center loading/delivery area. Enter northside of 50th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenues), east of Radio City Music Hall stage door, down ramp
REHEARSAL: 12:45 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Nearby garages/street. Best to use mass transportation.
NOTE: Midtown Manhatten is a busy venue during the holiday season. Leave in plenty of time and use mass transit if possible. Please use gig bag. Leave hard case at home, in your car, or on the bus. Bring folding music stand/lyre and wind clips/clothes pins. Our newly designed 50th anniversary commemorative hats & scarves will be available at registration, (price TBD) and will be updated here in the near future. Continue to monitor the website for updates. Thank you for your patience. Performing participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Christian Wilhjelm, conductor of the New Jersey Wind Symphony and former conductor of the Goldman Memorial Band
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATORS: Michael Salzman 516-942-0889, Gary Press 347-229-2264, Thomas Phillips `TubaChristmas` 812-824-8833
WEB SITE: tubachristmas.com
- PORT JERVIS - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: The Erie Tiki Bar, 9 Jersey Ave., Port Jervis, NY 12771
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, The Erie Tiki Bar, 9 Jersey Avenue -12771.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free, on street parking
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring your own stand and leave hard cases in vehichle. Performance is walking distance from rehearsal. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Betsy Krakowiak
COORDINATOR: Sharon Kranch 703-593-2143 kranchworks@gmail.com
- QUEENSBURY - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: The Queensbury Hotel - 88 Ridge St , Glens Falls, New York 12801
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, St. Marys St. Alphonis School- 10 Church Street Glens Falls
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm same as registration.
PARKING: On site.
NOTE: Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Penny Schiek
COORDINATOR: David Margison 518-796-2639 dmargison55@gmail.com
- ROCHESTER - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St.
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, Eastman School of Music-Lowry Hall.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre.
PARKING: Go to rochestertubachristmas.org for parking information. Free in East End Garage.
NOTE: ATTENTION PARTICIPANTS: ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! Visit your local website: rochestertubachristmas.org for important, up-to-date information. AGAIN, ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED & MANDATORY! NO walk up registrations accepted. please contact the coordinator if you wish or plan to attend as a performer, information below. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Jeremy Stoner
COORDINATOR: Jeremy Stoner 585-509-2596 cctuba@hotmail.com
WEB SITE: rochestertubachristmas.org
- SYRACUSE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Liverpool High School
REGISTRATION: 11:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Please use the auditorium entrance. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Michael J. Coldren
COORDINATOR: Melissa Cannan 315-430-8986 tubaxmas@gmail.com
- WILLIAMSVILLE-(BUFFALO) - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Eastern Hills Mall - Transit road.
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Mall parking.
NOTE: ATTN: Audience members: Bring your own portable chair. PERFORMERS: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. ATTN: All musician: please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand, if needed. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Norm Lydell
COORDINATORS: Andrea Mansfield 716-969-5004 mansfield9769@roadrunner.com, Pauline Emilson 716-969-3372
NORTH CAROLINA
- BREVARD - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 5:30 pm
LOCATION: Transylvania County Courthouse
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm, NOTE CHANGE OF LOCATION as of 11/28: Porter Center at Brevard College NOT- BHS
REHEARSAL: 2:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: ATTENTION PARTICIPANTS:NOTE NEW REG/REH LOCATION:Dress fashionably for the holiday season. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Andrew Jimeson
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Jamie Hafner
COORDINATOR: Andrew Jimeson 336-480-8866 ajimeson@tcsnc.org
- COLUMBUS, 26TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Polk County High School
REGISTRATION: 09:30 am, same, at Polk County High school.
REHEARSAL: 10:15 am, same as registration.
PARKING: High school parking lot.
NOTE: Adorn yourself with bright, festive, holiday colors, and be sure to decorate your instrument (not to impede your playing ability). Performing participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: John Holloway
COORDINATORS: Manfred Walter 828-894-0197 waltermanfred37@gmail.com, Bill Leidheiser 864-706-8664
- FAYETTEVILLE - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Haystreet United Methodist 320 Hay Street Fayetteville - 28301
REGISTRATION: 12:00:00
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm
PARKING: Church lots.
NOTE: Dress in festive, holiday clothing and decorate your instruments. Rain or shine, inside. Performer BYOS-standard, folding or collapsible. Two if you want to make a friend. Please text coordinator's cell phone number, below for more information. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Dalton Melvin
COORDINATOR: Dalton Melvin 910-336-20189
- RESEARCH TRIANGLE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church 3008 Old Raleigh Rd. Apex, NC 27502
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm same as performance site.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm same as registration.
PARKING: Church parking lot.
NOTE: Musicians: Please bring a music stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Connie Varner
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Dr. Jerry Markoch
COORDINATOR: Bill White 443-975-4421 wr.1100.r@gmail.com
- WINSTON-SALEM - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 6:30 pm
LOCATION: First Presbyterian Church, Contempory Worship Center, 200 N. Cherry St.
REGISTRATION: 3:30 pm, sames as performance.
REHEARSAL: 4:30 pm, same as registration
PARKING: Church parking lot & street parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: David Palmer
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Patrick Hyymore
COORDINATORS: Mary C. Hinkle 336-671-4961 marycharlotte@dwsp.org, Bart Collins 336-456-2359
NORTH DAKOTA
- BISMARCK - MANDAN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Legacy High School-Auditorium, 3400 E. Calgary Ave., Bismarck
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, Legacy High School, band room.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same as registration, auditorium.
PARKING: AUDIENCE-those attending the performance park on the E. side & use main entrance. PARTICIPANTS - park in the SW staff lot & enter through door 7.
NOTE: PERFORMERS:It is requested that you preregister. Please use our PRE-REGISTRATION FORM: https://form.jotform.com/233185961570057 This will help streamline the registration process making it quicker & easier to pay and get to rehearsal. Preregistration link below as well in web section.
Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instruments. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Marlin Peterson
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Mr. Dennis Gowen
COORDINATOR: Marlin Peterson 701-471-0878 bismantubachristmas@gmail.com
WEB SITE: form.jotform.com/233185961570057
- FARGO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Brewhula Mall 1666 1st Ave, N..
REGISTRATION: 11:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: In a parking lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Douglas Neill & other music educators, and just others.
COORDINATORS: Doug Neill 701-261-9554 dmusic401@gmail.com, neill@cord.edu
- GRAND FORKS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Grand Cities Mall Center Court, 1726 S. Washington St.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Popplers Music, Grand Cities Mall
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking by Popplers Music.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Joel Pugh
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Dr. James Popejoy
COORDINATOR: Joel Pugh 701-777-2718 joel.pugh@und.edu
- MINOT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Minot High School -Central Campus 215 1st St SE.
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, MHS Central Campus 215 1st St SE.
REHEARSAL: 2:00pm, same as registration and concert.
PARKING: Street/downtown.
NOTE: Dress in festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument if you wish. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. David Rolandson
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Mr. Efrain Armaya
COORDINATOR: Dr. Kateri Miller 440-221-3628 kateri.miller@minotstateu.edu
- WILLISTON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Old Armory, 320 1st Ave. E.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, same as performance, Old Armory.
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration, Old Armory.
PARKING: Use good judgment.
NOTE: To the general public-audience. - FREE CONCERT- 2PM Main & Broadway, a downtown performance. MUSICIANS: Dress festively in holiday colors. Decorate your instrument in holiday fashion. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Chad Askim
COORDINATOR: Helen Askim 701-770-3628 helen.askim@gmail.com
OHIO
- AKRON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Lobby - E.J. Thomas Hall.
REHEARSAL: 10:030 am, Stage - E.J. Thomas Hall.
PARKING: Campus parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Be careful to not restrict your ability or pediment of play. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Tucker Jolly
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Dr. Christopher Blaha
COORDINATOR: Christopher J Blaha 734-646-0905 cblaha1@uakron.edu
- ASHLAND - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Hugo Young Theater, Ashland University
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, same.
REHEARSAL: 10:20 am, same.
PARKING: Street or back of Theatre.
NOTE: Adorn yourself in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Scott Garlock
COORDINATOR: Scott Garlock 419-908-8858 sgarlock@ashland.edu
- ASHTABULA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Lakeside High School Performing Arts Center
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Event entrance. School parking lot.
NOTE: Enter at the event entrance. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Chris Sherman
COORDINATOR: Chris Sherman 440-789-0360 sherm642@yahoo.com
- CANTON - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Johnson Center at Malone, 2600 Cleveland Ave., 44709
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 5:30 pm, same as performance and registration.
PARKING: Park in the Johnson Center parking Lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Jonathan M. Stuck
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Derrick Maxey
COORDINATOR: Jonathon M. Stuck 330-232-1458 jstuck@malone.edu
- CINCINNATI - SEE NEWPORT, KY POST - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 11:15 am
LOCATION: Newport on the Leveee
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, same as performance, in the community room.
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: At Newprot on the Levee.
NOTE: NOTE TIME CHANGE. New Date! New Time! New Location!!!(same info in the Newport, KY post.) Dress festively and decorate your instrument. Please bring a stand if you require one. Stands not provided. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Bruce Knapp
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Kevin Sucher
COORDINATOR: Barbara Rathbon 859-250-5761 tubachristmasohky@gmail.com
- CIRCLEVILLE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Pumpkin Show Park 121 North Court St.
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, 159 East Franklin St. (rear).
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Park on Franklin St. or Mound St.
NOTE: TubaChristmas will be part of Circleville's Christmas celebration. There will e several activities at the site of our concert and downtown shops will be open. Inclement weather location is scheduled. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Eric Dietrich
COORDINATORS: Rebecca Ohlinger 614-795-2029 beckyohlinger@yahoo.com, David Winner
- CLEVELAND PERFORMERS PRE-REGISTER PRIOR TO EVENT - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 - TIME: 5:30 pm
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Greater Cleveland, 3630 Fairmount Blvd.
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm, First Baptist Church of Greater Cleveland.
REHEARSAL: 2:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Park in rear Church lot.
NOTE: NOTE: Players must register IN ADVANCE for this event. Please visit:
https://tubachristmas-cleveland.org/participants.html for more information.
This event features special arrangements. Please dress in white shirt/blouse and black pants/shirt, a colorful tie or scarf. Don’t forget to decorate your instrument. Bring a plate/cloth for valve water discharge. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Tucker Jolly
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Robert Bo Violette
COORDINATOR: Jim McIntyre 330-730-2058 jimcint@aol.com
WEB SITE: www.tubachristmas-cleveland.org
- COLUMBUS - 40TH ANNIVERSARY - MONDAY, DECEMBER 18
TIMES: 5:30 pm - Mees Hall, Capital University
7:30 pm - Mees Hall, Capital University
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Mees Hall - lobby, Capital University.
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm, Mees Hall.
PARKING: Free on campus.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. It is hoped that performers can stay for both shows. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Tony Zilincik
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Keith Wilkinson
COORDINATOR: Tony Zilincik 614-330-0128 tzilinci@capital.edu
- DAYTON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: The Greene Town Center, 4452 Buckeye Ln., Beavercreek
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, Beavercreek High School, 2660 Dayton-Xenia Rd.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, Beavercreek High School Band Room
PARKING: Should be open/free?
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Registration/Rehearsal use athletic entrance off of Fudge Drive. Remember warm clothes. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Norlan Bewley
COORDINATORS: Eric M. Strohecker 937-768-9569 Strohecker@mac.com, Matt Frost 937-429-7547, Norlan Bewley
- DEFIANCE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Northtown Mall - 1500 N. Clinton St.
REGISTRATION: 9:15 am, Summit Youth Center, 561 Carter Rd.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Northtowne Mall lots
NOTE: Dress appropriately for the season and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Jason Luthy
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Kari Rosania
COORDINATOR: Jason Luthy 419-308-1904 jluthy@bryanschools.net
- LORAIN - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Lorain Palace Theater
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, same, LPT-lobby.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same, LPT-stage.
PARKING: Plenty of available public parking around the Palace.
NOTE: PERFORMERS: Everyone, please bring a stand. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dale Hildebrand
COORDINATOR: Josh Brunger 440-309-0371 joshbrunger@gmail.com
- TIFFIN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: First Lutheran Church, 300 Melmore Street
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm, First Lutheran Church 300 Melmore Street
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Convenient parking behind church. Handicap accessible.
NOTE: : Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please follow local and state protocols. Handicap accessible. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Rod Miller - Director of Bands, Heidelberg College.
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Jon Waters
COORDINATORS: Pat Page, Admin. Asstnt - Heidelberg School of Music&Theatre 419-448-2073 ppage@heidelberg.edu, Rod Miller - Director of Bands 419-448-2053 rmiller5@heidelberg.edu
- TOLEDO - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., 43623
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, Franklin Park Mall, 419 room between Macy's & Lens Crafters.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Mall lots, Nearest entrance is south of Macy's, next to Versona.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Andrew Rhodes
COORDINATOR: Andrew Rhodes 740-591-8004 andrew.rhodes@utoledo.edu
- WOOSTER - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: The Performing Arts Center -Wooster High School, 515 Oldman Rd.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Wooster High School.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration, WHS-PAC.
PARKING: Use West lot., prior years information for parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Bring a plate or cloth for valve moisture discharge, between songs. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Doug Bennett
COORDINATOR: Nathan Bollinger 330-465-9564 bollinger.nathan@gmail.com
- YOUNGSTOWN - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 - TIME: 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Stambaugh Concert Hall
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, Stambaugh Concert Hall - Green Room. (must register to enter rehearsal).
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, Stambaugh Concert Hall. Performers must register to enter Concert Hall for rehearsal.
PARKING: Free parking all area lots. Stambaugh Auditorium parking lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a cloth for valve discharge. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Wes O'Connor
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Dani Dier 330-747-5175 ldier@stambaughauditorium.com
OKLAHOMA
- BARTLESVILLE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Frank Phillips Home Lawn, 1107 Cherokee Ave.
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, BHS FAC lobby.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, BHS Band room.
PARKING: Use your best judgemnet.
NOTE: ATTENTION: In case of inclement weather, (BHS FAC). Wear bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Rayel Lindsey
COORDINATOR: Rayel Lindsey 580-583-3645 lindsayrc@bps-ok.org
- TULSA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Woodland Hills Mall at Redbud Court
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Union (Tulsa) HS Band Room
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Jon Matthews
COORDINATOR: Jon Matthews 918-381-0104 tubachristmastulsa@gmail.com
OREGON
- PORTLAND - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Pioneer Courthouse Square, 701 SW 6th Avenue
REGISTRATION: Online: www.thesquarepdx.org/event/31st-annual-tuba-tubachristmas-concert/
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, NEW LOCATION FOR REHEARSAL: AS OF 11-14-23 Pioneer Place, 3rd Floor Atrium -700 SW 5th Ave, 97204
PARKING: Street parking or nearby garages.
NOTE: Online registration only. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decorate your instrument. Please contact the coordinator if your unable to register online. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button. NOTE: Registration is online registration only @ www.thesquarepdx.org. Please note that performer registration for TubaChristmas taking place at Pioneer Courthouse Square and is only available on The Square's website. Doors at rehearsal will open at 9:30am.
CONDUCTOR: Charles Bolton
COORDINATOR: Theresa Vetsch-Sandoval 503-223-1613 tvetsch@thesquarepdx.org
WEB SITE: https://www.thesquarepdx.org/32nd-annual-tuba-christmas-concert/
PENNSYLVANIA
- BEAVER - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: At 3rd & College - Beaver, PA 15009
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, First Presbyterian Church, 352 College Ave. -15009
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Behind the church. Use parking lot entrance to enter Rehearsal Hall.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Jack Anderson
COORDINATOR: Alexander Andres 724-312-0914 xandres@comcast.net
- BLOOMSBURG - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 7:15 pm
LOCATION: Caldwell Consistory 150 Market St.
REGISTRATION: 4:30pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 5:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: On street.
NOTE: Come join us for our 2nd annual event/concert. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instruments. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Michael Parker
COORDINATOR: Michael Parker 570-594-0330 tubabike@hotmail.com
- EASTON - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24 - TIME: 4:30 pm
LOCATION: Centre Square (Northampton & 3rd Street).
REGISTRATION: 3:15 pm, First UCC - 27 North Third St. -18042
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking garage (1 South Third Street). Plenty of parking around the square.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. In case of inclement weather, contact coordinator directly. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Joshua E. Long
COORDINATOR: Becky L. Long 610-588-1884 info@artmusicemporium.com
WEB SITE: www.artmusicemporium.com
- ERIE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Reed Union Bldg., McGarvey Commons
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, Reed Union Bldg - Atrium
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, McGarvey Commons.
PARKING: Adjacent lot or Lower Erie Hall lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. A light snack will be provided to paid participants between the rehearsal and performance. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one(1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Gary Viebranz & Dr. Lowell Hepler
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Gary Viebranz 814-898-6289 gav3@psu.edu
- HERSHEY - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 - TIME: 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Hershey Middle School, 500 Homestead Rd., 17033
REGISTRATION: 5:30 pm, Hershey Middle School, 500 Homestead Rd., 17033
REHEARSAL: 6:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: In school lot.
NOTE: Dress festively and decorate your instrument. Please bring a standard or better yet, a portable music stand (neither required). Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Brandon Buterbaugh
COORDINATORS: Douglas Beatty 717-798-1993 hersheytc@yahoo.com, Tim Beatty 717-798-1993
- INDIANA - WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Gorell Recital Hall-Sutton Hall, IUP
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, Gorell Recital Hall-Sutton Hall, IUP
REHEARSAL: 5:30 pm, same as registration
PARKING: Park on 3rd or 4th floor of garage at Papermill and Oakland Ave.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10.00
CONDUCTOR: Zach Collins
COORDINATOR: Zach Collins 724-422-7617 zcollins@iup.edu
- LANCASTER - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Ewell Plaza across from Binns Park 123 N Queen Street
REGISTRATION: 6:00 pm, The Ware Center, 42 N. Prince St.
REHEARSAL: 6:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Prince Street Garage, 111 N. Prince St. (at West Orange St.).
NOTE: Bring a stand and your music. Music for sale at event. Bring a portable chair if desired for performance. Outdoor performance, dress accordingly. In case of severe inclement weather, performance will be inside Ware Center. If possible, use a gig bag, however we will be able to store our cases, etc.. at Ware during concert, secured, and return after performance to retrieve. Performer registration is $10.00.U$D.
Watch TubaChristmas Lancaster PA facebook page for any weather related updates and more...
CONDUCTOR: Jennifer Jester
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Jennifer Jester 417-988-7312 tubachristmaslancasterpa@gmail.com
- LANSDALE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Railroad Plaza, Main Street (In case of inclement weather, St. John's UCC, Main St.)
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, Fairmount Fire Company, 100 Vine Street and Sesquehanna Ave. (In case of inclement weather, St. John's UCC, Main St.)
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration (In case of inclement weather, St. John's UCC, Main St.)
PARKING: Lansdale library parking lot.
NOTE: Outdoor concert, dress accordingly. Please bring a music stand and wind clips. Prizes for best decorated instrument. (In case of inclement weather, all Reg/Reh business will be held at St. John's UCC, Main St.). Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Chuck Neidhardt
COORDINATOR: Chuck Neidhardt 215-813-9648 chneidhardt@yahoo.com
- NEW BETHLEHEM - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22 - TIME: 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Oakland Church of God, 122 Kohlersburg Rd., Distant, PA 16223
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 6:00 pm, same as rehearsal.
PARKING: On site
NOTE: Search "TubaChristmas New Bethlehem, PA" on Facebook for more info or to pre-register.
Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Benny Gundlach 814-720-4348 bennyg8108@gmail.com
- PHILADELPHIA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Cherry St-Pier 121 Columbus Avenue
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, same as concert venue.
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, same as rehearsal.
PARKING: Parking & transit info at: Cherrystreetpier.com
NOTE: PLEASE RSVP PERFORMERS: ATTN: A website will include a new contact emal, a set ist , and pdfs of additional usic is under construction and will be posted here by mid-November. There is no limit to the number of performers, but an RSVP from performers will be necessary so that we know how many chairs we will need. The concert site is enclosed, but not heated, so dress warm. ATTN: Chairs will be provided but please bring your own stand. If you plan to participate, RSVP the coordinator at: krushtuba@gmail.com (include your instrument and telephone number). You will then receive an email with additional details. Colorful holiday attire and instrument decorations are welcomed. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Jay Krush
COORDINATOR: Jay Krush 215-520-0818 tubachristmasphilly@gmail.com
- PITTSBURGH -3RD YEAR COMBINED SHOWS-CONCERT/EVENT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Schenley Plaza Tent 4100 Forbes Ave PGH, PA 15260
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, First Trinity Lutheran Church, 531 North Neville- Pittsburgh, 15213
REHEARSAL: 1:15 pm, same location as registration.
PARKING: Street parking.
NOTE: REHEARSAL:Indoor, PERFORMANCE: Outdoor. Dress in layers according to the weather. Adorn yourself in bright, festive, holiday colors if you wish and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible, or standard music stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D. This concert presentation is co-coordinated by HPF-Aaron Booze & the students of the Kappa Kappa Psi music fraternity at Robert Morris University-Patrick Wolfe.
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Mr. Jack Anderson
COORDINATORS: Aaron Booze 412-212-8808 aaronbooz@gmail.com, Patrick Wolfe Ptwst229@mail.rmu.edu
- READING - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Scottish Rite Cathedral-auditorium 430 S. 7th Ave. West Reading, PA 19611.
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 6:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free abound.
NOTE: Bring your own music stand. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Chuck Runkle
COORDINATOR: Bryan D. Snyder 610-732-7949 Bryansnyder@comcast.net
- STATE COLLEGE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Smeal College of Business - 210 Business Building, University Park, PA 16802
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Forest Resources Building - PSU, University Park, PA 16802
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Available in the east parking deck
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Velvet Brown
COORDINATOR: Leigh Hurtz 814-883-3529 lash.euph@yahoo.com
- WAYNESBURG - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Goodwin Performing Arts Center - Waynesburg University, 15370.
REGISTRATION: 5:30 pm, Goodwin Performing Arts Center - Waynesburg University, 15370.
REHEARSAL: 6:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Behind GPAC, Miller Hall and next to Roberts Chapel
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Eric Brewer
COORDINATOR: Eric Brewer 214-392-3077 eric.brewer@waynesburg.edu
- WILLIAMSPORT, 34TH ANNIVERSARY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Trachte Music Center
REGISTRATION: 11:30 pm, Trachte Music Center.
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm, Trachte Music Center.
PARKING: Next to Trachte Music Center.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Stands and chairs provided. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Rick Coulter
COORDINATOR: Richard Coulter 570-974-1501 rscoulter53@gmail.com
SOUTH CAROLINA
- CHARLESTON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: St. Andrews Presbyterian Church 712 Wappoo Rd.
REGISTRATION: 2:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 3:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Adjacent to church.
NOTE: BYO stand and stand light. Decorate your horn and wear holiday attire, if you like. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Kevin Gossett
COORDINATOR: Drew DuPuis 843-452-5957 drew@thebootjack.com
- GREENVILLE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 12:15 pm
LOCATION: Noma Square-adjacent to Hyatt Regency, 220 N. Main St.
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, Daniel Music Building - Furman University
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Adjacent to music building.
NOTE: If you choose, dress in festive, holiday colors. Noma Square is located between Hyatt and Roost Restaurant. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Mark E. Britt, Low Brass Professor, Furman University
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Sue Samuels, Director of Bands, Furman University
COORDINATOR: Mark E. Britt 864-294-2116 mark.britt@furman.edu
WEB SITE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tubachristmas-greenville-2023-registration-732
- HILTON HEAD ISLAND-INAUGURAL EVENT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:45 pm
LOCATION: Lowcountry Celebration Park, 94 Pope Avenue, HHI, SC
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, Soundwaves 7 Lagoon Road, Suite 100, HHI, SC
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Soundwaves parking lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
GUEST CONDUCTOR: LTC (Ret.) Tim Smith from The Citadel
COORDINATOR: Alan Jordan, President and CEO-Hilton Head Symphony Orchestr 843-842-2055 ajordan@hhso.org
- NEWBERRY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St. - 29108
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, Newberry Opera House 1201 McKibben St. - 29108
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking available along the streets of downtown Newberry as well as the parking lot adjacent to the Opera House.
NOTE: At 2:00pm, there will be a social hour with refreshments along with a portable coffee shop. Participants are welcome to email John Fulmer at jfulmer@asd2.org or text/call at 864-688-9387 regarding any questions! We hope to see everyone back at the Opera House. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Bill Long
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Janet Long
COORDINATOR: John A. Fulmer 864-688-9387 jfulmer@asd2.org
- PAWLEY'S ISLAND, PREVIOUSLY MURRELLS INLET - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Pawleys Island Community Church
REGISTRATION: Time:11:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: Time: 11:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Church lot.
NOTE: Please bring a music stand and dress in Christmas festive gear. Bring family and friends. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Joanna Ross Hersey
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Dr. Joanna Ross Hersey
COORDINATOR: Dwayne Graham 843-593-5904 Tubaofgilman@gmail.com
SOUTH DAKOTA
- MITCHELL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 11:45 am
LOCATION: Many -Starts at County Fair Supermarket 1305
REGISTRATION: 10:30 Pizza Ranch, 502 Norway Avemue in Mitchell.You will leave your cases here for concert and transit ride to perfomances all over Mitchell.
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, Board Palace transit to ride and arrive at the performance site. Players with thier instrments only. Limit of 16.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: ATTN: TubaChristmas perfomrances =are scheduled to be performed at six local assisted living centers & two grocery stores in MITCHELL, SD DECEMBER 17TH, all players are encouraged to join. Players will need a personal copy (official) music book-"Carols for a Merry TubaChristmas®". Music books may be purchased through your coordinator for $25.00; Leila Kentmeister 605-770-9995. Also, inquire about our hats & scarves for sale at registration. Again, contact your coordinator for more information regarding this event and the Pierre, SD event on December 3rd . Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Joel Vanpeursem, Mitchell Middle Scool Band
COORDINATOR: Lelia Kentmeister 605-770-9995 leliaguilbert1941@gmail.com
- PIERRE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: The Capitol Rotunda, among the decorated Christmas Trees in Pierre, SD
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, all tuba & euphonium players are to meet at Georgia Morse Middle School, 309 East Capitol Avenue
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Players will need a personal copy (official) music book-"Carols for a Merry TubaChristmas®". Music books may be purchased through your coordinator for $25.00; Leila Kentmeister 605-770-9995. Also, hats & scarves for sale at the event. Bring your own music stand, wear bright colors, and decorate your instrument, if desired. Contact your coordinator for more information regarding this event and the Mitchell, SD event. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Mike Vasille, Georgia Morse Middle School Band
COORDINATOR: Lelia Kentmeister 605-770-9995 leliaguilbert1941@gmail.com
- PLATTE -INAUGURAL EVENT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: PHS Gym 400 Illinois Ave.
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, same as concert..
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: School lots.
NOTE: Community members, come join us for our Inaugural TubaChristmas® concert, free to the public. PERFORMERS: wear festive holiday attire. Decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Jeff Patzlaff
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Cody Fite
COORDINATORS: Tami Fite, , Jeff Patzlaff 605-682-8867 jeff.patzlaff@k12.sd.us
- RAPID CITY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Uptown Rapid Mall
REGISTRATION: 8:45 am, Stevens High School
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Rehearsal: westside of the building. Performance: Uptown Rapid Mall food court
NOTE: Bring your own music stand to the performance! Chairs will be provided at both rehearsal and performance site. Players are encouraged to wear bright/festive holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Participation is limited to conical bore low brass instruments, namely: tuba/Sousaphone and euphonium/baritone horns. Be prepared to rehearse hard, perform well and have a lot of fun. You will need to register and attend the rehearsal in order to play the concert. Bring your friends and family. Be sure to tell your tuba/euphonium friends. Performer registration is $10.00 USD (CASH ONLY) and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Toby Rath
COORDINATOR: Jordan Seidel 605-430-2030 jordan.seidel@k12.sd.us
- SIOUX FALLS - 35TH ANNIVERSARY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: The Coliseum - Multi-Cultural Center - 515 N. Main Ave.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Augustana University Humanities Dept. Building, 2120 S. Grange Ave.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, seasonal colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Alan Berdahl
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Rolyn Beaird
COORDINATORS: Alan Berdahl 605-610-8822 alanberdahl@gmail.com, Rolyn Beaird 605-360-1853
- SPEARFISH - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Meier Hall, Black Hills State University
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as performance .
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Be logitcal.
NOTE: Dress festively. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. David Berberick
COORDINATOR: Steve Shuck 303-981-3944 shuck74@hotmail.com
- VOLGA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Sioux Valley Performing Arts Center - 200 Hansina Ave.
REGISTRATION: 10:45 am, Sioux Valley Performing Arts Center - 200 Hansina Ave.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Street and parking lot on south side of Performing Arts center..
NOTE: Dress in festive, holiday colors. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Stephanie Ward
COORDINATOR: Mary Ford 605-651-3260 maryford@volgatribune.com
TENNESSEE
- CHATTANOOGA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3
TIMES: 6:00 pm - Chattanooga Zoo
7:00 pm - Chattanooga Zoo
REGISTRATION: 5:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: No rehearsal. Practice.
PARKING: Free at the zoo.
NOTE: Dress according to the weather, and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Robert Truan
COORDINATOR: Kenyon Wilson 423-425-4620 kenyon-wilson@utc.edu
- CLEVELAND - INAUGURAL EVENT - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 - TIME: 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Pangle Hall, Lee University 340 Church St. NE, 37311
REGISTRATION: 5:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 6:00 pm, same as concert venue.
PARKING: Available parking on Lee University campus, next to Pangle Hall on the corner of Church St. & Central Ave.
NOTE: Inaugural event. Come join us. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Mark Bailey
COORDINATOR: Jesse McConnell 423-614-8243 jmcconnell@leeuniversity.edu
- ETOWAH - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Gem Theatre 700 TN Ave., 37331
REGISTRATION: 3:30 pm, sames as performance.
REHEARSAL: 4:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: TN Ave. & 7th St. around the theatre.
NOTE: Dress colorfully and bring a stand. Please contact coordinator (RSVP) to help in chairs to have. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Richard Stichler
COORDINATORS: Ruth Sowers 423-920-4700 ruthtunes@juno.com, LaMone Rose 423-506-6067
- HARRIMAN - 34TH ANNUAL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 11:45 am
LOCATION: Princess Theater 421 N. Roane Street
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: There is some parking on the street and also a parking lot next to the theater, on Queen Street.
NOTE: As you can see, the concert is not at the High School this year. The Princess is a few blocks, down the same road. From I-40, take exit 347 and go north on Hwy 27. After crossing the river, the Princess is 4 blocks up on the left. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decortate your instrument. Please bring a folding- portable music stand, if needed. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: James Hix 865-660-8194 jamesh55@gmail.com
- KINGSPORT - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Renaossamce Arts Cemter 1200 E Canter St. -37660
REGISTRATION: 4:00 pm, same as performance
REHEARSAL: 4:30 pm, same as performance.
PARKING: Parking on both sides of the builiding. Good acccessibility.
NOTE: Festive attire and instrument decor. Bringing a new stand light is recommended.
CONDUCTOR: Hunter Mullins
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Hunter Mullins 423-723-9132 Mullinshb1@etsu.edu
- MEMPHIS - INAUGURAL EVENT - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Crosstown Concourse Atrium.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center - University of Memphis: (UofM).
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Park anywhere in Scheidt Family PAC lot. The Scheidt Family PAC is located at 3800 Central Ave., Crosstown Concourse is at 1350 Concourse Avenue.
NOTE: Come join us in our inaugural TubaChristmas event at the brand new Scheidt Family PAC. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding music stand. Performer registration is $10.00 U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Philip Hughes
COORDINATOR: Zack Corpus 785-410-3324 zacorpus@memphis.edu
- NASHVILLE - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12 - TIME: 11:00 am
LOCATION: First Baptist Church, 7th Ave. South & Broadway.
REGISTRATION: 8:00 am, same, First Baptist Fellowship Hall at basement level.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, First Baptist Church - Sanctuary
PARKING: Free parking in lot behind Church.
NOTE: I-40 to Broadway. Broadway to 7th Ave. Turn right through underground tunnel just past 7th Ave. to basement entrance. Wear bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Garnett R. Davis
COORDINATORS: Garnett R. Davis 615-714-0247 grtuba@yahoo.com, Nancy Holland 615-419-2837
TEXAS
- ALLEN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:30 pm
LOCATION: Village Green/Waitors Creek Village, 980 Village Green Dr.
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, same as performance, 945 Village Green Drive, 75013
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration
PARKING: Free in garage lots.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Jeff Baker
COORDINATORS: Kathleen R. Litinas 214-538-5128 krlitinas@gmail.com, office@allenphilharmonic.org
- AMARILLO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Westgate Mall - Dillards -new store, formerly Sears.
REGISTRATION: 8:45 am, Tascosa H.S., 3921 Westlawn St. -79102
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration, Tascosa H.S. Band Hall
PARKING: REH:School lot. PERF: Park near the East entrance to Westgate Mall for performance.
NOTE: Dress in your finest holiday attire and decorate your instrument. The performance is next to the former Sears store. Performer registration $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Jim Hutson
COORDINATOR: David Spence 409-457-2734 david.spence@amaisd.org
- AUSTIN - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Texas Capitol Building - South Steps
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, First United Methodist Church, Family Resource Center
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration, FUMC family center.
PARKING: Use your better judgment.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Geno Gottschall 512-903-1348 geno.gottschall@gmail.com
- BRYAN/COLLEGE STATION - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: FBC Bryan, 3100 Cambridge Drive
REGISTRATION: 4:30pm, same as performance. FBC Bryan 3100 Cambridge Dr.
REHEARSAL: 5:00 pm, same as performance.
PARKING: Free all around.
NOTE: NOTE: College Station same info Bryan, TX, same event/concert Chairs and stands provided. Door prizes and a Tuba/Euphonium decoration contest. Be creative, but not to impede your playing ability. Dress in bright, lively, holiday colors. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Lesley Zorn
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Clayton Mills & Dylan Williams
COORDINATOR: Lesley Zorn 806-206-6008 lesleyzorn@gmail.com
- COLLEGE STATION/BRYAN - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Bryan, 3100 Cambridge Dr., 77802
REGISTRATION: 4:30pm, same as performance. FBC Bryan 3100 Cambridge Dr.
REHEARSAL: 5:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Where available, free.
NOTE: Chairs and stands provided. Door prizes and Tuba/Euphonium decoration contest. Be creative, but not to impede your playing ability. Dress in bright, lively, holiday colors. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Lesley Zorn
COORDINATOR: Lesley Zorn 806-206-6008 lesleyzorn@gmail.com
- COMMERCE-14TH ANNUAL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: TAMUC - Music Building
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, TAMUC Music Building
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, TAMUC, same
PARKING: Free parking on campus.
NOTE: 14th Anniversary Celebration. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Jeff Baker
COORDINATORS: Jeff Baker 469-417-9404 jefftbaker@gmail.com, Cassidy Baker
- CORPUS CHRISTI - MONDAY, DECEMBER 18 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Plains Capital Bank Building, 500 N. Shorline Blvd.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Performing Arts Center, 6300 Shoreline Blvd.
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free at rehearsal, on street at performance.
NOTE: Wear bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument without impeding your playing capabilities. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Dan T. Sipes
GUEST CONDUCTOR: John Reidman & Dr. Jesse Orth
COORDINATORS: Dan T. Sipes 361-815-8806 dan.sipes@tamucc.edu, David Irving 361-698-1211
- CRANSFILLS GAP - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: The Rock Church
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, St. Olaf's Lutheran Church, 402 Meridian St.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Church lots.
NOTE: Performers, if you require a stand, please bring your own folding, collapsible, or standard music stand. Stands are not provided. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Lanny Nye
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Clayton Capps
COORDINATOR: Lanny Nye 254-366-3521 lanny@nyeandassociates.net
- DALLAS - 45TH ANNIVERSARY - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Thanksgiving Square - Downtown Dallas
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Thanksgiving Square-Underground area
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration
PARKING: Pay stations in area.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring your own stand. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATORS: Jeff Baker 479-417-9404 jefftbaker@gmail.com, Cassidy Baker
- DENTON - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: TWU Music Building
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, TWU Music Building
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, TWU Music Building
PARKING: Free parking
NOTE: Weather permitting, we will perform outdoors.
SADDLE UP FOLKS: Decorate your instrument and dress in bright, festive colors. THE SHOW IS ON. Please bring a folding stand if needed. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Eddy Russell
COORDINATOR: The Jeff Baker 469-417-9404 jeffTbaker@gmail.com
- FT. WORTH - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: TCU Campus-Outside Ed Landreth Auditorium
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, TCU Campus- Ed Landreth Auditorium, 2800 S. University
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration
PARKING: Free Parking!
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring your own music stand. Participant registration is $10.00USD
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Clay Garrett
COORDINATORS: Jeff Baker 469-417-9404 jefftbaker@gmail.com, Cassidy Baker
- HOUSTON - (THE WOODLANDS), 43RD ANNIVERSARY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Market Street, Central Park, The Woodlands
REGISTRATION: 8:15 am, The Woodlands Christian Church. 1202 N Millbend Dr, The Woodlands, TX, 77380
REHEARSAL: 8:45 am, same location as registration.
PARKING: Church parking lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Music stands not provided.Try to leave your cases in your vehichle if possible. Limited space in the Church. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button. Sousaphone players are encouraged to participate and help spell out MERRY TUBACHRISTMAS!
CONDUCTOR: Henry Howey
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Robert Daniel
COORDINATORS: Henry Howey 936-577-0092 mus_heh@shsu.edu, Jerome Stover 203-589-9707 wjs016@shsu.edu
- KEMAH - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Kemah Boardwalk-Fountain Plaza
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, Seabrook Intermediate School, 2401 E. Meyer Rd. Seabrook, TX
REHEARSAL: 1030 am, same as registration.
PARKING: “ Boarwalk Parking:$8-10. Free parking pass with registration.”If you attend rehearsal.
NOTE: Dress in bright, seasonal colors. Decorate your instrument if you desire. Door prizes from H&H Music. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Robert Baker, Jennifer Rogers, & more.
COORDINATORS: Robert Baker 281-910-1968 rbaker@dickinsonisd.org, Jennifer Rogers 832-489-4114 rogersj@ccisd.net
- KILLEEN - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Killeen Mall
REGISTRATION: 5:30 pm, Music and Arts, Harker Heights TX
REHEARSAL: 6:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: In legal designated areas. Mall lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, seasonal colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Jolitha Dominguez
COORDINATOR: Jolitha Dominguez 254-449-5593 jola.doming@gmail.com
- LUBBOCK - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 4:30 pm
LOCATION: East Outdoor Pavillion. (In case of inclement weather, we will move indoors to Crickets theater).
REGISTRATION: 2:15 pm, Crickets Theatre Lobby (west end of building).
REHEARSAL: 3:00 pm, Crickets Theatre.
PARKING: Free parking available in the lot south of the building and overflow is available in the Civic Center lot. Parking may be limited because of Nutcracker performances, so plan to arrive early to find a spot.
NOTE: Wear bright festive attire. Contest for best decorated euphonium & tuba/Sousaphone. Make sure decor does not impede playing capability.Performers must be prepared to stand or bring portable/folding chair if needed or required a music stand. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Kirsten Hoogstraten
COORDINATOR: Christian Bush 614-507-2482 chrbush@ttu.edu
- MCALLEN/RIO GRANDE VALLEY - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: McAllen Performing Arts Center 801 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen,TX 78501
REGISTRATION: 8:45 am, same as performance - 801 Convention Center Blvd. - McAllen, 78501.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring your personal portable music stand and an extra one for sharing, make a friend. If possible, use a gig bag and leave hard cases in your car or bus. Participant registration is $10.00USD.
CONDUCTOR: Scott Roeder
COORDINATOR: Scott Roeder 432-770-4355 scott.roeder@utrgv.edu
- SAN ANGELO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: San Angelo Sunset Mall near Zales.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: On site
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive colors and decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10.00
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Eric T. Hansen 325-374-4760 mister4x4@suddenlink.net
- STEPHENVILLE - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 - TIME: 5:30 pm
LOCATION: Clyde Wells Fine Arts Center, inside main auditorium, campus of Tarleton State University
REGISTRATION: 2:30 pm, CWFAS at TSU
REHEARSAL: 3:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Use lot P6, corner of Cain & Vanderbilt Street.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Indoor concert. Performer participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. David Robinson, DIR of Bands, Tarleton State University
COORDINATORS: Jim Perry stephenvilletubachristmas@gmail.com, Dr. Floyd Richmond stephenvilletubachristmas@gmail.com
- TEXARKANA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Central Mall 2400 Richmond
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Williams Memorial Methodist Church 400 Moores Lane
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Sufficient.
NOTE: Wear festive attire and if you desire, decorate your tuba. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Anthony Graham
COORDINATOR: Richard Eckstein 903-285-1818 txk.tubachristmas@gmail.com
- WACO - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: St. Francis Catholic Church 315 Jefferson Ave -76701
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm, St. Francis Catholic Church, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Church lot.
NOTE: ATTN PERFORMERS: LIMITED SPACE-ATTN PERFORMERS:LIMITED SPACE. If you are planning to perform with the group, it is requested you call Lanny Nye- coordinator (254) 366-3521 to reserve a space, contact information below. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible, or standard music stand if needed. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Lanny Nye
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Kent Eshelman
COORDINATOR: Lanny Nye 254-366-3521 lanny@nyeandassociates.net
- WICHITA FALLS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Akin Auditorium - 3410 Taft Blvd., 76308
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, TBA -coordinator waiting for approval. [LAST YEARS INFO:Akin Auditorium - 3410 Taft Blvd., 76308 PREVIOUS YEARS INFORMATION]
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, TBA
PARKING: Parking lot next to where we are, once we find approval, that is where we will be to park next to where we are.
NOTE: ATTN: Performers and Audience. PLEASE MONITOR THIS WEBSITE FOR ANY UPDATES and be sure to follow your local social media as updates are more precise and timely. If you have questions regarding this event, your coordinator will surely know, numbers and email below. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decorate your instrument. If you own a personal, folding music stand, please bring with you but not required. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Terry Seigler
COORDINATOR: Terry Seigler 940-447-0059 terry.seigler@hollidayisd.net
UTAH
- LOGAN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: St. John's Episcopal Church
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, TBA
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon, TBA
PARKING: Plenty near both locations.
NOTE: SPECIAL GUESTS: Femme Chorale. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Make sure decor does not impede playing capability. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATORS: Trevor N. Teuscher 435-770-5586 t.teuscher@gmail.com, Samuel Teuscher 435-323-2301
- PROVO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: BYU Music Building, Concert Halll. Provo, UT 84602
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Possibly, the Museum of Art lot, however not confirmed. Always enter all parking lots and spaces spaces with caution.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a commemorative 2023 TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Dan Bryce
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Dr. Nate Seamons
COORDINATOR: Dan Bryce 801-822-8866 dan_bryce@byu.edu
- SALT LAKE CITY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Trolley Square Mall
REGISTRATION: 09:00 am, West High Band Room.
REHEARSAL: 09:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Football stadium. West High Stadium lot, Trolly square south lot.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Brian Blodgett
COORDINATOR: Brian Blodgett 801-671-3039 brian.blodgett@slcschools.org
WEB SITE: tubachristmas-slc.org
- SPANISH FORK -2ND ANNUAL - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Spanish Fork super Walmart on Canyon Creek parkway.
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, Windys Winds, 341 E. 100 N. -84660
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Free.
NOTE: Thank you for making our first event a success. Please come join us again, and this time sing. Dress in bright,festively fun, holiday hues and decorate your instrument. For more information or if you plan to attend, please contact the coordinator, information below. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: TBD
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Windy Shaffer 928-774-8442 TubaMamma@gmail.com
VERMONT
- BRATTLEBORO - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: First Congregational Church, 808 Western Ave.
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, First Congregational Church, 880 Western Ave.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking lot next to church.
NOTE: Dress festively and please bring a stand. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Steve Rice
COORDINATOR: Stephen Rice 802-451-9072 steverice9072@gmail.com
- BURLINGTON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Church Street: Homeport Block (between Bank & Cherry)
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, Fletcher Free Library - Top floor.
REHEARSAL: 10:30 am, Fletcher Free Library- Top floor.
PARKING: Street or garage.
NOTE: Please bring your own stand and music. Additional music for sale at event. Dress in bright festive holiday colors. Registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Sandra Dahl
COORDINATOR: Alice Weston 802-734-4758 awestonrooney@gmail.com
VIRGINIA
- ALEXANDRIA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Old Town Alexandria Market Square, 301 King St.
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free on-street parking available. Covered garage parking for $5 on Fairfax St. side of Market Square.
NOTE: Bring music stand and wear festive clothing suitable for being outside for a couple of hours. Decorated instruments highly encouraged. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Steve Rice
COORDINATORS: Karl Hovey 703-447-2530, Dick Fonda 571-338-7394 familyfonda@hotmail.com
- BLACKSBURG - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Henderson Lawn Square - Stage
REGISTRATION: 3:45 pm, Henderson Lawn - Downtown Blacksburg.
REHEARSAL: 4:15 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Kent Square Parking Garage, 207 Draper Road
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Derek Shapiro
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATORS: Amelia Tuckwiller 540-230-7761 director@downtownblacksburg.com, Tracie Hughes 540-808-7550 mailto:events@downtownblacksburg.com
- CHESTERFIELD - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education, 11810 Centre Street Chester Va, 23831
REGISTRATION: 1:15 pm Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education, 11810 Centre St, Chester, Va 23831
REHEARSAL: 1:45 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Park free at Perkinson Center, Chester library or on street.
NOTE: ATTENTION AUDIENCE : RESERVATION IS MANDATORY & REQUIRED: Audience members MUST reserve a ticket via the Perkinson Center web site:https://www.perkinsoncenter.org/upcomingevents. OR https://ci.ovationtix.com/35619/production/1133756?performanceld=11150029.
NO ADMISSION CHARGE, BUT A RESERVATION IS REQUIRED.
Performance is on the stage in the Jimmy Dean Theater in the Perkinson Center. Please bring a standard, folding, or collapsible music stand. If you are in possession of the music book "Carols for a Merry TubaChristmas® , please bring with you. Music will be available for purchase (cash/check only) for $25.00. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: John McAlister
COORDINATOR: Lawrence Haake 804-986-0717 HoHoTuba@outlook.com
WEB SITE: www.perkinsoncenter.org/upcomingevents
- FREDERICKSBURG - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Spotsylvania Towne Center, 137 Spotsylvania Mall -22407
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration. In back of food court.
PARKING: Use good judgement.
NOTE: Dress in holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D. CASH ONLY
CONDUCTOR: Mark Carder
COORDINATORS: Steven Bolas 540-845-5950 ssbolas@yahoo.com, Sean Bolas 540-845-5920
- HARRISONBURG -2ND ANNUAL - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: James Madison University -School of Music
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, School of Music - James Madison University.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use your better judgement.
NOTE: Again, please join us for our 2nd annual Merry Tubachristmas-Harrisonburg, VA. Performers, wear bright colors in festive designs. Decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Kevin Stees
COORDINATORS: Melissa Harper 540-830-1296 tubachristmasofthevalley@gmail.com, David Carothers 540-435-1225
- LEESBURG - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: Villages of Leesburg, 1605 Village Marktet Blvd. SE
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, same as performance, look for signs.
REHEARSAL: Not applicable, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking garage.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Bring a folding, collapsible, or standard stand if needed. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Rick Reaves
COORDINATOR: Rick Reaves 571-527-8749 tubafr@yahoo.com
- LYNCHBURG - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: River Ridge Mall, 3405 Candlers Mountain Road
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm, Liberty University - School of Music.
REHEARSAL: 2:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: REH:Parking garage just north of Music Bldg. (Free). Mall lot for performance.
NOTE: Dress in holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Please bring your own music stand, folding if possible. Performer registration is $10.00
CONDUCTOR: Kevin Chiarizzio
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Kevin Chiarizzio 434-582-2512 Chiarizzio@verizon.net
- NEWPORT NEWS - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Ferguson Center for the Arts, 1 Avenue of the Arts.
REGISTRATION: 1:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: CNU Deck/Lots
NOTE: Dress in holiday attire and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Michael McKenna
COORDINATORS: David E Shinn 757-604-4300 shinn.euph@gmail.com, Raymond Jones, WHRO
WASHINGTON
- BELLINGHAM - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 11:00 am
LOCATION: Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 355 Harris Ave.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, Bellingham Cruise Terminal
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, Belllingham Cruise Terminal
PARKING: Unload at door. Free parking in lot across the street.
NOTE: Dress (Horn and self!) for Holidays. Bring music stand and spit rag. Music will be available for purchase. Performer registration is $10.00U$D, 2023 commemorative button included.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Carla Rutschmann
COORDINATOR: Jackie Ives 360-733-4157 jackieives@live.com
- ELLENSBURG - INAUGURAL CONSORT/EVENT - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Student Union (SURC) subject to change.
REGISTRATION: 11:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 12:00 noon same as rehearsal.
PARKING: TBA
NOTE: Come join us in our inaugural TubaChristmas event at Central Washington University. Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors, and decorate your instrument. There is an extended break between rehearsal and performance in order to allow participants to attend the CWU Symphony Orchestra concert at 4pm and grab a bite before the performance. Performer registration is $10.00U$D. Symphony Orchestra concert tickets are sold separately at https://www.cwu.edu/tickets/."
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Thomas Elley 425-877-5839 thomas.m.elley@gmail.com
- LAKE STEVENS - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: The Mill- (NorthGrove Park) 1808 Main St.
REGISTRATION: NOTE -NOV 28TH 6:50 pm, (NOTE:different day than performance). Calvero Mid High school band room, 8220 24th St. SE
REHEARSAL: NOTE -NOV 28TH 7:00 pm, (NOTE:different day than performance). 7:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking on streets and at City Hall. Grocery store accross streete most likely will have you towed.
NOTE: ATTENTION. Today's date 11-5-23-November 5th, 2023. IMPORTANT UPDATE: REHEARSAL is DIFFERENT DAY THAN PERFORMANCE. REG/REH Date is NOVEMBER 28TH(see time and location above, roughly 7:00pm). CONCERT DATE: DEC 2ND, TIME: 6:00pm. The information entered prior was incorrect. As of this date; November 5, 2023, the information posted is current. Dress in festive colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button. Please continue to monitor this website and your local news media for updates pertaining to this event. NOTE inside a NOTE: HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Harvey G Phillips, born December 2, 1929. He is the founding creator & inventor of TubaChristmas® concerts/events. Also, Happy Birthday to all born, this 2nd day of December. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR PHILLIPS.
CONDUCTOR: Brian Koreski
COORDINATOR: Alan Wiseman 425-626-3998 wiseman.alan@gmail.com
- POULSBO - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Waterfront Park Pavilion
REGISTRATION: 12:30 pm, City Hall Council Chambers
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration
PARKING: City Hall garage.
NOTE: Dress yourself and your instrument up in festive colors. Performance will be outdoors on the shore of Liberty Bay, so dress warmly. Performing participant registration of $10 (cash only) will include a 2023 commemorative 50th year button. For sale (cash only) at registration will be music and merchandise, including a 50th anniversary hat (gold on white) printed "TUBACHRISTMAS" 50TH Year". Bring your own music stand; chairs provided at both rehearsal and performance venues. Please bring a cloth for water valve discharge.-DM
CONDUCTOR: Jas Linford
COORDINATOR: Douglas Murray 360-620-7733 dougandlin@outlook.COM
- SEATTLE - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Seattle Center Armory
REGISTRATION: 3:30 pm, same as performance location.
REHEARSAL: 4:00 pm, same as performance.
PARKING: Garages nearby.
NOTE: Dress in holiday fashion and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
CONDUCTOR: Erin Keeton-Howard
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Ryan Schultz
COORDINATORS: Ryan Schultz , Co-Coordinator Lauren Ransford lransford@gmail.com
- SPOKANE VALLEY - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Road, Spokane Valley, WA 99206
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Spokane Valley Library
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free parking
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Participant registration is $10 USD.
CONDUCTOR: Verne Windham
COORDINATORS: Jill Cathey 509-994-4342/509-926-7801 jill_cathey@yahoo.com, Leonard Byrne 509-979-3988
- TACOMA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Tacoma Community College, Buiding #2
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 12:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Parking is available at the TCC building.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. T Andre' Feagin
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Bill Klouse
COORDINATORS: William Klouse 253-241-2449 klouseb@gmail.com, Pat Van Haren 253-370-3035
WEST VIRGINIA
- HARPERS FERRY - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Train Station
REGISTRATION: 9:30 am, Train Station.
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Train Station or National Park. For the Park, tell them you are a performer
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Bring a folding, collapsible, or standard stand if needed. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Rick Reaves
COORDINATOR: Rick Reaves 571-527-8749 tubafr@yahoo.com
WISCONSIN
- APPLETON - SEE FOX CITIES - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Appleton North High School, 5000 North Ballad Road-54913
COORDINATOR: Greg Forton 920-428-5433 forte555@mac.com
- FOND DU LAC - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Fond du Lac High School-PAC
REGISTRATION: 2:00 pm, same- FHS Band Room
REHEARSAL: 2:30 pm, FHS PAC
PARKING: Park in Lot B. west side of school. Please enter through door 9.
NOTE: Musicians: enter through door 9. Music stands provided. Please bring a cloth for water valve discharge. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one(1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Devin Otto
COORDINATOR: Chris Barnes 262-894-7692 barnesc@fondulac.k12.wi.us
- FOX CITIES- (APPLETON) - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 - TIME: 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Appleton North High School, 5000 North Ballad Road-54913
REGISTRATION: 4:30pm, Appleton North HS, 5000 North Ballad Road-54913
REHEARSAL: 5:00pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Behind building.
NOTE: Stands & chairs provided. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one(1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Greg Forton
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Various
COORDINATOR: Greg Forton 920-428-5433 forte555@mac.com
WEB SITE: foxcitiestubachristmas.godaddysites.com
- GREEN BAY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION: Green Bay Prebele High School 2222 Deckner Avenue -54302
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as concert venue.
REHEARSAL: 2:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: School lots, and plenty.
NOTE: Dress in Packer attire and be festive. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
GUEST CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Nathan Carlton 920-288-2030 tubachristmasgrb@gmail.com
- KENOSHA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Bradford High School Auditorium, 3700 Washington Road, Kenosha 53144
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Plenty of free parking
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Paul Taylor
COORDINATOR: Karl Mueller 414-315-2469 karlmueller1000@gmail.com
- MADISON - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 2:30 pm
LOCATION: State Capitol Rotunda. - Madison, WI
REGISTRATION: 12:00 noon, First United Methodist Church, 203 Wisconsin Ave. - Madison, WI.
REHEARSAL: 1:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Various ramps downtown.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one(1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Dr. Don Deal
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Mike Leckrone
COORDINATOR: Steve Tweed 608-575-4296 1bbtubas@gmail.com
- MENOMONIE - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 3:00 pm
LOCATION: St Josephs Catholic Church, 910 Wilson Ave., 54751
REGISTRATION: 12:45 pm, same as performance. 1:25 Group picture.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Free on street or Church lot.
NOTE: Stands not provided. Bring a portable folding or standard music stand if attainable. Players are encouraged to dress festively and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one(1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Carol Halpaus
COORDINATORS: Carroll D. Rund, M.D. 715-781-7699 crundmd@charter.net, Anita Keeler 715-505-0069 akeeler@wwt.com, Jessica Lynn 715-440-5085, Bill Baldwin 715-268-7474
- MILWAUKEE (GLENDALE) - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16
TIMES: 1:00 pm - Bavarian Bierhause, 700 W Lexington Blvd, Glendale, WI
4:00 pm - Bavarian Bierhause, 700 W Lexington Blvd, Glendale, WI
REGISTRATION: 10:30 am, in basement. Pre-registration (choose 1:00pm(60) or 4:00pm concert. See instructions below.)
REHEARSAL: 11:30 am, same day as registration check for 1st performance rehearsal. Basement, Bier haus
PARKING: Parking lot.
NOTE: SUBJECT TO CHANGE!!! ATTENTION PERFORMERS: We are presenting two (2) concerts, 1:00pm and 4:00pm. Due to stage limitations/capacity on stage is limited to 60 players, for first performance. ALL PERFORMERS MUST PRE-REGISTER! There will be NO day-of registrations accepted. There will be a run-through/rehearsal of songs before the 1:00pm performance only. NO rehearsal prior to the 4:00pm performance. We encourage new players to sign up for the earlier performance if you would like to attend the group rehearsal. Music can be pre-ordered through our coordinator. Go to https://www.tubachristmasmke.com for registration and additional information,(tubachristmasmke@gmail.com). Also, www.TubaChristmas.com website. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one(1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
AUDIENCE: For audience reservations and information visit, https://thebavarianbierhaus.com/
CONDUCTOR: David Carlton
COORDINATOR: Ellen Manning 262-880-7404 edmanning82@hotmail.com
WEB SITE: www.tubachristmasmke.com
- STEVENS POINT - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 - TIME: 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Michelsen Hall, Noel Fine Arts Center
REGISTRATION: 4:30 pm, Noel Fine Arts -
REHEARSAL: 5:00 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Lot R, South of Noel Fine Arts Center.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00U$D and includes one(1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: Patrick Lawrence
COORDINATOR: Patrick Lawrence 715-498-9913 plawrence@uwsp.edu
WYOMING
- CHEYENNE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - TIME: 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Cheyene Depot, 121 W 15th St.
REGISTRATION: 9:00 am, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 10:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgment.
NOTE: Dress festively. Performer registration is $10.00 and includes a 2023 commemorative TubaChristmas® button.
GUEST CONDUCTOR: Williams Jones
COORDINATOR: William Jones 703-629-2097 tubachristmascheyenne@gmail.com
- JACKSON HOLE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 - TIME: 12:00 noon
LOCATION: National Museum of Wildlife Art-Jackson Hole Center for the Arts
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, National Museum of Wildlife Art, Center for the Arts.
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration. Jackson Hole Center for the Arts.
PARKING: On site.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Don Cushman
COORDINATOR: Cheryl DeLong 906-231-1843 cdelong906@gmail.com
- ROCK SPRINGS 4TH ANNUAL - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10 - TIME: 2:00 pm
LOCATION: White Mountain Mall (By TJ Maxx).
REGISTRATION: 8:30 am, Rock Springs High School - Band room
REHEARSAL: 9:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Easy access parking in rear of mall by TJ Maxx.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: TBA
COORDINATOR: Bryan Schutz 307-389-6017 bschutz@hotmail.com
- SHERIDAN - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Ignite Wesleyan Church, 404 W. Brundage Lane
REGISTRATION: 9:15 am, Ignite Wesleyan Church, 404 W. Brundage Lane
REHEARSAL: 9:30 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Park in north parking lot, enter thru north double doors.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Please bring a folding, collapsible or standard music stand. Participant registration is $10.00.
CONDUCTOR: Ariel Downing
COORDINATORS: Ariel Downing 307-751-2303 bandgeek832@gmail.com, Dale Hoffmann 307-751-5826
INTERNATIONAL
- CANBERRA - ACT AUSTRALIA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 - TIME: 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Rotunda Yerrabi Pond District Park Gungahlin (Entry off Wunderlich Street).
REGISTRATION: 1:00 pm, Hawker College 35 Murranji Street. Hawker ACT 2614
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgement mate.
NOTE: Dress in your favorite yule tide garments and spruce your horn a tad in decorations. Performing participant registration is $10.00U$D.
CONDUCTOR: Gypsy Cook
COORDINATOR: Michael Lee +61 417 660 525 canberrabrass.secretary@gmail.com
- KELOWNA, B.C. (CANADA) - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 - TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Ave., V1Y 6Z1
REGISTRATION: 4:00 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 5:00 pm, same as performance.
PARKING: Street Parking.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive, holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Eric Ping Hung Li 1 250-300-1801 ericphli@gmail.com
- LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA, CANADA - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 - TIME: 1:00 pm
LOCATION: Southminster Church - 1011 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge
REGISTRATION: 10:00 am, same as performance, Southminster Church.
REHEARSAL: 11:00 am, same as registration.
PARKING: Use good judgment.
NOTE: Dress festively. Performer registration is $10.00USD and includes one (1) 2023 TubaChristmas® commemorative button.
CONDUCTOR: TBD
COORDINATOR: Rene Van de Vendel 403-308-0688 rene@destinyhomesinc.ca
- SAN RAMON, COSTA RICA - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17 - TIME: 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Gazebo, Central Park - San Ramon
REGISTRATION: 1:30 pm, same as performance.
REHEARSAL: 1:30 pm, same as registration.
PARKING: On street.
NOTE: Dress in bright, festive , holiday colors and decorate your instrument. Performer registration is $10.00 U.S.D.
CONDUCTOR: Director Manuel Alpizar
COORDINATORS: John C. Buford +1-506-86-49-0777 jcbuford18@gmail.com, 815-669-6701
Thomas A. Phillips, President
THE HARVEY PHILLIPS FOUNDATION, INC. TUBACHRISTMAS, P.O. Box 933, Bloomington,
IN 47402-0933 PHONE: (812) 824-8833 FAX: (812) 824-4462 Web: www.TUBACHRISTMAS.com
(check web site often for updates) TUBACHRISTMAS is a registered property
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