by · December 3, 2025
By Reader Staff
The Music Conservatory of Sandpoint has introduced countless students to music through its Music Matters! after-school program over the years. Now, the student performers in the youth orchestra, choir, handbell choir and percussion ensemble will take the stage at the Panida Theater for a special Christmas concert at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 9 to share the sounds of the season.
About 80 local music students will perform a variety of festive selections, including Mozart’s “A Little Night Music,” a handbell choir version of “Away in the Manger,” “Jingle Bells,” and a spirited performance of “Little Drummer Boy” by the percussion ensemble and a mix of other holiday selections.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students, with kids 6 and under free to attend.
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Music Conservatory presents Music Matters! Christmas Concert – Sandpoint Reader
