"...Into this climate of fear and apprehension,

Christmas enters,

Streaming lights of joy,

ringing hope

And singing carols of forgiveness

high up in the bright air.

The world is encouraged to come away from rancor,

Come the way of friendship.”

— Maya Angelou, Amazing Peace (excerpt)

Experience the beauty, wonder, and hope of the season at Christmas at Assisi: The Promise of Peace, a concert inspired by the timeless message of peace and reconciliation found in Angelou's beloved Christmas poem. This cherished holiday tradition brings together the Honors Concert Choir, the Choral Arts Treble Singers, and the acclaimed Choral Arts Ensemble, continuing a musical legacy spanning more than 40 years.

Enveloped in the grandeur of Lourdes Chapel at Assisi Heights, audiences will hear classic carol arrangements, historical choral treasures, stirring new works, and beloved popular selections — music chosen to comfort, inspire, and unite. From moments of quiet reflection to joyful celebration, The Promise of Peace invites listeners of all ages to step away from the world's noise and rediscover the hope and shared humanity at the heart of the Christmas season.