Performing Arts Center

The holiday season is breaking out all over at the University of Texas Performing Arts Center. Look who’s coming…

Cantus Holiday Concert (December 5)
What is Cantus? One of the freshest, finest vocal ensembles in America, nine young men who sing with one beautifully variegated voice so powerful NO instruments are needed. Cantus started out as a talented group of college chums getting together to “jam” on Saturdays. They have evolved into one of the hottest acappella choral company’s in the country. Enjoy holiday classics, hymns and carols from around the world as Cantus leads you on a musical journey that will touch your holiday spirit on Sunday, December 5 in Hogg Memorial Auditorium.

Gerre & Judith Hancock (December 17)
The Archbishop of Canterbury gives them two thumbs up! In November, the archbishop awarded Dr. Gerre Hancock the Cross of St. Augustine for outstanding service to the church. Experience the sacred sounds of Austin’s own master organists Gerre & Judith Hancock as they usher in the holidays with a joyous celebration featuring an impressive repertoire and the famous Bates Recital Hall tracker organ, one of the largest pipe organs in the country. The Gerre & Judith Hancock Holiday Concert will bring you to your feet on Friday, December 17 in Bates Recital Hall.


Jim Brickman & Friends (December 23)
Talk about HOT! Jim Brickman is America’s newest piano sensation. With a career that spans ten albums, four certified gold, one platinum, a string of sold out concerts and sales in the millions upon millions, he has garnered an intensely loyal following and he’s coming to Austin, just in time for the holidays, with friends. Enjoy a delightful evening of music, songs and laughter with Jim and his special guests Anne Cochran, Tracy Silverman, Kristy Starling and Jeff Timmons on Thursday, December 23 in Bass Concert Hall. It’s a holiday concert for the whole family!

Neville Brothers & Angelique Kidjo (January 27)
Mark it on you calendar for 2005! Hot on the heels of releasing their first album in five years, Walkn’ in the Shadow of Life, the Neville Brothers (and sons) bring their unmistakable sound to Austin. Art, Aaron, Chares and Cyril have each enjoyed successful solo careers but they’re at their best when they’re together. And Angelique Kidjo is with them. She is one of the most electrifying performers in the international pop world today. Her music is a cross between the West African traditions of her childhood and elements of American R & B, Funk and Jazz. The Neville Brothers and Angelique Kidjo on Thursday, January 27 in Bass Concert Hall.

Tickets can be purchased on-line at www.utpac.org, by phone at 477-6060 or at the ticket offices at Frank Erwin Center, Bass Concert Hall and H-E-B stores.