Join us for a Christmas carol celebration, featuring stories behind the music and lyrics, inspiring video performances, and visual art to enhance your holiday season. As Sir David Willcocks said, "In our technological age, the simple pleasure of communal singing at Christmas has endured, and carol music, 'the ancient unalterable music of the people' still brings cheer.

Instructor Bio: Jean Hein recently moved to Kansas from South Carolina, where she was director and recorder performer with Columbia Baroque as well as a clarinetist. She currently teaches online recorder classes for seniors. Hein has served on the board of Early Music America. She holds music degrees from Oberlin Conservatory and Northwestern University.

Join us for a joyful exploration of three multi-talented musical geniuses!

In a career that has spanned more than seven decades and "in a galaxy far, far away," John Williams has written some of the most beloved film scores in history. He has delighted audiences as a world-renowned composer, conductor and pianist.

Next, we'll learn about Yo-Yo Ma's upbringing, his appreciation for the music of different cultures and the importance of preserving these musical traditions, as well as the music and artistry of the world's foremost cellist and music ambassador.

Lastly, British vocalist, songwriter, composer and bass player, Sir Paul McCartney's work with The Beatles elevated popular music into a commercially viable art form. His list of hit songs includes "Yesterday," "Something," "Hey Jude" and many more. McCartney is also one of the most popular solo performers of all time.

Instructor bio: Jean Hein recently moved to Kansas from South Carolina, where she was director and recorder performer with Columbia Baroque as well as a clarinetist. She currently teaches online recorder classes for seniors. Jean has served on the board of Early Music America. She holds music degrees from Oberlin Conservatory and Northwestern University.