Lessons and Carols at UMD

An annual tradition since 2001, our concert is inspired by the original format used at King's College. We aim to keep the spirit of the season at its core by using music that represents the readings.

Lessons and Carols tells the story of Christmas through biblical readings and music that illustrates birth, hope, anticipation, goodwill and joy. Every year, we use the readings from the original 1918 service.

Photo by UMD

The UMD Men's & Women's Choruses host the festival every year, but all our ensembles have performed at one point or another. This year, the University Chorale, MännerMusik, Femmes de Chanson, Palestrina Choir and our long-time partner, The Maryland State Boychoir join host choirs in their celebration

Join us for this beautiful tradition, and see what the Christmas spirit is all about.