A LOCAL TRADITION: The 2022 “Evening of Readings and Carols” concert presented at Princeton University Chapel by Westminster Choir College of Rider University will be broadcast by American Public Television this year.

Music lovers can relive the 2022 performance of “An Evening of Readings and Carols,” which is now available on American Public Television member stations throughout the U.S. Tickets for this year’s event are now on sale. The concert is presented at Princeton University Chapel.

Last year’s concert is available through PBS Passport, the public television streaming service. All available stations will be listed at rider.edu/readingsandcarols. The holiday concert was filmed last year in honor of its 30th anniversary, and featured student and alumni choirs from Westminster. The recording project was supported by gifts from alumni and friends of the College.

“We are thrilled to be able to share this joyous performance nationwide,” said Jason Vodicka, associate dean of Rider’s College of Arts and Sciences. “This beloved tradition truly embodies the spirit of the holiday season and showcases the incredible talent of our students and alumni.”

Tickets for the 2023 concerts, which are December 8 and 9 at 8 p.m., are available at rider.edu. The performances will feature the Westminster Chapel Choir, Westminster Symphonic Choir, Westminster Jubilee Singers, Westminster Concert Bell Choir, and the Westminster Choir.  

“For the 31st year, we will continue the incredible tradition of Readings and Carols with the Westminster choirs, Robert McCormick ’01, [adjunct instructor of organ], and the Timberdale Brass,” said James Jordan, conductor of the Westminster Choir and Westminster Symphonic Choir. “Over 70 alumni will join with our choirs for the traditionally moving event.” 

The 2023 concert will also be broadcast on WWFM The Classical Network on Monday, December 18 at 8 p.m. and Monday, December 25 at 3 p.m. Listen live on 89.1 FM throughout much of New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania or online at wwfm.org.