Holiday Pops Concerts
Employers Health Pops Series


Saturday, December 13th, 2025 | 7:30pm


Sunday, December 14th, 2025 | 3:00pm

Umstattd Hall | Zimmermann Symphony Center
2331 17th St. NW
Canton, OH 44708

DESCRIPTION

This concert will be conducted by Guest Director, Samson Toe

Ring in the season with Northeast Ohio’s favorite holiday tradition! The Canton Symphony Orchestra and the Canton Symphony Chorus return for TWO festive performances of Holiday Pops—a heartwarming celebration filled with seasonal classics, holiday favorites, and a few musical surprises along the way. 

This year’s concerts are led by guest conductor and Canton native Samson Toe, whose energy and warmth bring new sparkle to this beloved annual event. With sing-alongs, symphonic showstoppers, and plenty of cheer, Holiday Pops is perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to make the season bright.

The sleigh bells will ring! Will you be listening?

TICKETS

Adults: $30 / $45 / $57
Children under 18: $5 off (must call)
All tickets are subject to a $3 processing fee.
Veterans, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, & Educators: 20% off
SNAP & Medicaid Recipients: 20% off
*Must call for discounts.

Box Office: 330-452-2094
boxoffice@cantonsymphony.org

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT

Samson Toe, Conductor

S.C. Toe serves as Minister of Music at The Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, PA.  A Canton, Ohio native, Toe served four years as Intern Assistant Conductor of the Canton Youth Symphony under the tutelage of then Associate Conductor of the Canton Symphony Orchestra Maestro Matthew Brown. During his tenure as Conductor of the Memphis Youth Symphony, he appeared several times as guest conductor for the Memphis Symphony most notably leading the orchestra in concert commemorating the 50th anniversary of the assassination of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Most recently, Toe served two seasons as Assistant Conductor of the Augusta Symphony in Augusta, GA.  

Toe made his international conducting debut in the summer of 2012 when he was invited to conduct on a series of concerts throughout Italy and Switzerland under the direction of Maestro Joseph del Principe with the Siena Summer Music Institute.  
 
While at university, Toe served two years as student conductor of the Malone University Chorale where he regularly conducted the University Chorale, University Chamber Choir, and the University Chapel Choir all under the supervision of his mentor and Chair of Music/Head of Choral Activities Dr. David Donelson, and served as Chorus Master of the Malone Opera Theater Company under the direction of Dr. Cynthia Wohlschlager.
 
A preparatory student of many years in the studio of Professor Emerita Sandra Carnes, Toe began his musical training as a pianist. He also studied with Dr. Michael Benson and found a special organ mentor in Dr. W. Robert Morrison. 

Featuring the Canton Symphony Chorus

The Canton Symphony Chorus has been a supplemental performance ensemble for several decades. Led by Doug Beery, this group is composed of members of the Canton community who come together and create something special. We are thrilled to once again feature them for our Holiday Pops concert!

Hotel Accomodations

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

This concert is Supported By:

Presenting Sponsor

Participating Sponsor