Saturday, December 12th, 2026 | 7:30pm
Sunday, December 13th, 2026 | 3:00PM
Umstattd Hall | Zimmermann Symphony Center
2331 17th St. NW
Canton, OH 44708
DESCRIPTION
The Canton Symphony Orchestra and the Canton Symphony Chorus invite you to join us for our favorite annual holiday celebration. Led by guest conductor Doug Droste, this concert promises to deliver the spirit of the season with your favorite sacred and secular music.
In addition, we are an official stop on Santa’s route around the world, as he joins us to lead a sing-along and determine whether our conductor is on the Nice List. Holiday Pops is perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to make their season a bit brighter. Be sure to visit Santa for photo opportunities in Foundation Hall following the performance!
The sleigh bells will ring! Will you be listening?
TICKETS
$45 / $55 / $65 / $80
Includes fees. Additional $2 to mail tickets.
Veterans, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, & Educators: 20% off
SNAP & Medicaid Recipients: 20% off
Groups of 10 or more: 20% off
Subscribers: additional tickets 20% off
*Must call to redeem discounted tickets
Box Office: 330-452-2094
boxoffice@cantonsymphony.org
Hotel AccomModations
The Canton Symphony Orchestra is a proud partner of Embassy Suites by Hilton at the Akron-Canton Airport, who have offered CSO patrons an exclusive rate to book rooms attending our concerts from out of town. To take advantage of this special offer, please click the link below or the image above. The rate is $135/night!
7883 Freedom Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720 | (330) 305-0500
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Doug Droste, Conductor
Conductor Douglas Droste is recognized as possessing “obvious joy” for making music and a “sure sense of timing” when on the podium. Those under his baton routinely acknowledge his in-depth interpretations, keen sense of communication, and personable ability to empower musicians.
Droste’s guest conducting appearances include the INSO-Lviv Symphony Orchestra (Ukraine), and the orchestras of Kansas City, Indianapolis, Columbus, Canton, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Midland-Odessa, Fox Valley (IL), Chappaqua (NY), and the Amarillo Virtuosi. Equally at home in the pit, he has conducted over 30 productions of opera, ballet, and musical theatre. Droste has also led eclectic shows with artists such as Black Violin, Ben Folds, The Flaming Lips, Pink Martini, Michael Cavanaugh, Time for Three, Christian Howes, and Disney’s All-American College Orchestra Alumni, among others. He previously served as Artistic Director of the Muncie Symphony Orchestra, where he was praised for dynamic performances, innovative programming, and his rapport with musicians and community. | LEARN MORE
the canton symphony chorus
Permanently founded in 1983 by then music director Dr. Jeffrey H. Brandes, the CSO Chorus is an auditioned choral ensemble composed of all volunteer vocalists from the greater Stark County area. Chorus members come from all walks of life and have a wide array of choral experience levels. They are united by their love of music and strive to create a remarkable experience not only for the audience but also for themselves.
The view from the top of the stage, looking out towards the audience over a 60-piece orchestra is indescribably profound. Members of the chorus are able to sing with not only the Canton Symphony Orchestra, but also with some of the industry’s most renowned soloists and ensembles. Members have plenty of instruction and support to prepare for more difficult pieces, as some concerts feature choral parts in different languages, such as German, Italian, French, and more. The group is not just a supplemental piece to the CSO–it is its own community program that is meant to educate and support vocalists looking for a place to sing. | LEARN MORE