Ring in the Season with 51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s 17th Annual Holiday Extravaganza!

November 12, 2025 Mark Locklear
musicians playing at the Holiday Extravaganza
Celebrate the Season with 51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s 17th Annual Holiday Extravaganza!

UNC Pembroke Music is kicking off the season in spectacular style with the 17th Annual Holiday Extravaganza, Thursday, December 4, at 7:30 p.m. in the Givens Performing Arts Center.

The pre-show, featuring 51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s steel drum band performing on the GPAC patio, begins at 7 p.m.

This beloved campus tradition brings together 51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s premier music ensembles for an unforgettable evening of festive favorites — all in support of music student scholarships.

From soaring choral harmonies to big band swing, steel drum rhythms, and lush orchestral sounds, the stage will be full, and the energy will be high. Featured performers include:

  • Pembroke Singers, directed by Dr. Jaeyoon Kim
  • University Chorale, directed by Dr. Jose Rivera
  • 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Trumpet Ensemble, directed by Dr. Tim Altman
  • 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Jazz Combo & Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dr. Aaron Vandermeer
  • 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Percussion Ensemble (don’t miss the steel drums pre-show) directed by Dr. Joseph Van Hassel

And yes… the tradition continues!
Bring your best holiday cheer for the annual audience sing-along featuring the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Orchestra, Pembroke Singers, University Chorale, Concert Band and more.

Tickets:

  • $20 Adults
  • $15 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Faculty/Staff
  • $5 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students & Children

Purchase tickets in advance at the GPAC Box Office or online at .
Proceeds support scholarships that help talented musicians from across North Carolina pursue their dreams at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø.

Join us for a night that brings campus and community together — festive, joyful and unmistakably 51³Ô¹ÏÍø.

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