2023 Performances
Westminster Choir College of Rider University's popular holiday concert returns with evenings of holiday music and readings, featuring performances by Chapel Choir, Symphonic Choir, Jubilee Singers, Concert Bell Choir, and the Westminster Choir. This year’s performances of An Evening of Readings and Carols will be Friday, December 8th, 2023 and Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at 8 p.m. in the Princeton University Chapel.
Ticket sales will go live on Wednesday, November 1st at 10 a.m.
This event is open to the public. Pricing ranges from $25 - $70 per ticket. There are no discounts for this event.
To purchase tickets, visit the Readings and Carols event page.
2023 Alumni Choir
If you are interested in singing in this year’s alumni choir under the direction of Dr. James Jordan, please fill out this form no later than November 17.
Rehearsals will take place on Thursday, December 7th from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. (music rehearsal, mandatory for those who have not sung in Readings and Carols within the last five years) and that evening from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. (mandatory for all performers).
2023 Patron Program
Reserve your tickets in advance by becoming a Readings and Carols Patron. Patrons will receive premium seating for the performance, recognition in the concert program, and – most importantly – the satisfaction of supporting Westminster Choir College’s deserving students through a contribution to the Westminster Scholarship Fund. The Patron Program runs from October 2 through October 25. Learn more about the Patron Program.
2023 WWFM Broadcasts
WWFM The Classical Network will broadcast Westminster Choir College’s An Evening of Readings and Carols on Monday, December 18 at 8 p.m. EST and Monday, December 25 at 3 p.m. EST.
WWFM The Classical Network broadcasts on the radio throughout much of New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. It can also be heard online worldwide at wwfm.org, where listeners can find more broadcast details.
An Evening of Readings & Carols: The 30th Anniversary Live Recording CD
Experience the music, magic, and delight of this holiday season with An Evening of Readings and Carols–a double album featuring the live recording of Westminster Choir College of Rider University’s 30th Anniversary performance.
Released on the GIA Choral Works label, this double album with 25 tracks encompasses a wide variety of styles, including traditional Christmas carols, light classical selections, contemporary gospel songs, and new arrangements of favorite tunes that will surprise and delight.
Christmas at Westminster: An Evening of Readings and Carols PBS Broadcast
Christmas at Westminster: An Evening of Readings and Carols will be available on American Public Television member stations nationwide starting November 1, 2023, including on PBS Passport, the public television streaming service.
The 30th Anniversary performance of An Evening of Readings and Carols was recorded live in December 2022 at Princeton University Chapel. This project was supported by alumni who sang in the Alumni Choir and through financial donations from alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of Westminster Choir College. We are extremely grateful for the support of all who donated and participated in this event.
Presenting Member Stations (as of November 27, 2023)
Click your region to view dates and times of on air broadcasts. If you do not see a showing in your area, check PBS Passport for streaming options.