Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra presents 2 festive holiday concerts with guest vocalist Taylor O’Donnell

LACONIA — The Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra invites audiences to celebrate the holidays with a joyful blend of traditional and modern favorites at its annual holiday concert. North Pole Playlist will be presented on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m. at the Colonial Theatre in Laconia, and again on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. at the Inter-Lakes Auditorium in Meredith. Under the direction of Music Director Benjamin Greene, the symphony will fill the stage with seasonal cheer.

Returning as featured soloist is Taylor O’Donnell, whose vocals delighted audiences in LRSO’s May 2025 Sounds of the ‘70s tribute concert. Known for her seamless blend of jazz, folk, and contemporary styles, O’Donnell brings both power and grace to the stage. Her career includes performances at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, as well as collaborations with Grammy-winning producer David Foster and appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show.

The orchestra will perform beautiful arrangements of traditional carols such as “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” and Bach’s “Jesus, Joy of Man’s Desiring,” alongside spirited renditions of holiday standards including “Winter Wonderland,” “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” and Barbra Streisand’s twist on “Jingle Bells.” The concert also features music from “The Nutcracker” and a narrated musical retelling of Tomie dePaola’s “The Legend of the Poinsettia.” This family-friendly celebration captures the many moods of the season, from sacred reflection to jazzy exuberance.

This pair of concerts continues the Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra’s tradition of bringing exceptional live performances to central New Hampshire audiences. Now celebrating its 50th anniversary season, LRSO remains a cornerstone of the region’s arts culture.

For more information, visit LRSO.org.