Pops! Goes the Holidays

Pops Goes the Holidays is a jubilant celebration of the season, blending beloved holiday classics, festive pops favorites, and symphonic sparkle into one unforgettable evening. This concert captures the warmth, nostalgia, and sheer joy that define the holidays, as the full orchestra brings new life to timeless carols and cherished winter melodies. Featuring the incomparable humor and love of Maestro Wardell and the musicians of the Ocala Symphony, the program radiates both artistry and heart, creating moments that are as entertaining as they are meaningful. Audiences can expect lush orchestrations, joyful sing-along opportunities, and a musical journey that moves seamlessly from reflective and heartwarming to exuberant and triumphant. Designed for families, longtime patrons, and first-time concertgoers alike, Pops Goes the Holidays is more than a concert — it is a cherished community tradition and a festive musical gift that ushers in the season with brilliance, warmth, and joy!

Matthew Wardell, conductor