Apollo's Fire Presents: Praetorius: Christmas Vespers!
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Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:00 PM“Charged with Apollo’s Fire’s signature energy… a spark that grows into a blaze.”
– GRAMOPHONEPraised as “a sheer delight” (NEW YORK TIMES), Apollo’s Fire’s acclaimed Christmas program comes to Chicago! Artistic Director Jeannette Sorrell weaves the extraordinary works of 17th-century composer Michael Praetorius into a Vespers service. The cathedral resounds in a splendor often reminiscent of Monteverdi – with antiphonal choirs, trumpets, sackbuts, cornettos, lutes, harp, strings and recorders. Familiar highlights include “Lo, How a Rose E’re Blooming” and “In Dulci Jubilo.” Children’s voices shine in this haunting and joyous celebration of the Christ child.
PRE-CONCERT CONVERSATION with baritone Jeffrey Strauss, hosted by Robbie Ellis, 45 minutes before each performance.This performance features an Afterglow reception! On Sunday night, celebrate the season with holiday treats with Jeannette and the musicians! Open to all.Tickets start at $35. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit Apollo's Fire's website here.