SMSO performs holiday concert with music director finalist

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Rachel Waddell is one of the finalists to replace Robin Fountain as the music director of the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra and will conduct the orchestra Dec. 11, 2021, at Lake Michigan College's Mendel Center as part of her audition process.
Rachel Waddell is one of the finalists to replace Robin Fountain as the music director of the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra and will conduct the orchestra Dec. 11, 2021, at Lake Michigan College's Mendel Center as part of her audition process.

BENTON HARBOR — The Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra performs at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at Lake Michigan College’s Mendel Center, 2755 E. Napier Ave.

Led by music director finalist Rachel Waddell, the orchestra will be joined by local talent, including vocalist and songwriter Jenna Mammina, Superintendent of Benton Harbor Area Schools Andraé Townsel, Southwest Michigan Symphony Chorus and Studio Dance Theatre.

The program includes Christmas and holiday favorites that capture the fun, joy and spirit of the season, including such pieces as “Winter Wonderland,” selections from “The Nutcracker Suite,” music from “Frozen” and a Christmas singalong.

Tickets for each performance can be purchased online at www.smso.org, from the SMSO office at (269) 982- 4030, or by purchasing at the event if available.

Tickets are $35-$5.

For more information, call 269-982-4030 or visit smso.org.

This article originally appeared on South Bend Tribune: SMSO performs holiday concert with music director finalist