Princeton University Concerts (PUC) will welcome the Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer back for a special event performance of their A Chanticleer Christmas program of a cappella choral music, ranging from Renaissance masterworks to spirituals, on Saturday, December 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the Princeton University Chapel.

Prior to the concert, PUC will host a Do-Re-Meet LGBTQIA+ & Allies Mingle in the form of a festive “ugly sweater party,” at 5:30 p.m. at Maclean House on the campus.

Chanticleer first came to PUC in October 2023, engaging with the community by inviting singers of all ages and abilities to sing alongside as part of PUC’s free annual Chamber Jam conducted by Artistic Director Tim Keeler, a 2011 graduate of the Princeton University Music Department; singing for one of PUC’s free Live Music Meditation events; and performing a concert at Richardson Auditorium.

“Chanticleer’s unique ties to our community have made their engagement with our audiences feel even more intimate and meaningful,” said PUC Director Marna Seltzer. “I can’t wait to hear their gorgeous holiday program in the special atmosphere of the Princeton University Chapel within the warmth of our music-loving community, and for this communal spirit to begin even before the concert at our Do-Re-Meet event.”

Attendees at the pre-concert “ugly sweater party” can expect to meet fellow music lovers through ice breaker games and the friendly competition of ugly sweater contests, all with chances to win door prizes. There will be catered hors d’oeuvres from Olsson’s Fine Foods. At the conclusion of the event, revelers will take a short walk to the Princeton University Chapel to enjoy Chanticleer, together. This event is part of PUC’s Do-Re-Meet series of social events for music lovers.

Visit puc.princeton.edu for tickets.