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Nov 28

Choir performs at Zilker Tree lighting Sunday

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Plan now to attend a very special event this weekend: the lighting of the Zilker Holiday Tree. An annual tradition in Austin since 1965, the Barton Hills Choir has performed at the event each year since their inception in 2009.

The show is scheduled to start at 6 PM on Sunday, Dec. 2, but come early to get a seat up close to see the Barton Hills Choir perform holiday favorites, including:

Jingle Bell Rock

Sleigh Ride

Winter Wonderland

Parking is free, but bring funds for hot chocolate, kettle corn, and other goodies that will be available.  It’s a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit and is sure to be a night to remember.

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Dec 19

Zilker Tree lighting performance photos

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On December 4 the Barton Hills Choir braved cold and rain to perform a set of holiday favorites at the annual Zilker Tree lighting ceremony before a surprisingly large and very appreciative audience. The choir was accompanied by several awesome local musicians including:

  • Randy Franklin – Mandolin
  • Jake Perlman – drums
  • Aaron Dembe – guitar
  • Jason Nunnenkamp – bass
  • Tom Treanor – sleigh bells
The pictures below were provided by  Anna Bryan-Borja. Click to enlarge.
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Nov 14

BHC to perform at Zilker Tree Lighting December 4

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Mark your calendars for a very special event that’s just a few weeks away: the lighting of the Zilker Holiday Tree. An annual tradition in Austin since 1965, the Barton Hills Choir has performed at the event each year since their inception in 2009.

The show is scheduled to start at 6 PM but come early to get a seat up close to see the Barton Hills Choir perform holiday favorites, including:

Jingle Bell Rock

Sleigh Ride

Winter Wonderland

Parking is free, but bring funds for hot chocolate, kettle corn, and other goodies that will be available.  It’s a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit and is sure to be a night to remember.

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Dec 06

2010 Zilker Tree Lighting video

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On December 5 the Barton Hills Choir sang three cheerful holiday songs at the annual lighting of the Zilker Tree. Lynn Williamson shot this video of the performance. The choir included 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th graders from Barton Hills Elementary, many wearing festive Santa hats, elf ears, or reindeer antlers.

The set list for this 6:57 video includes:

  • Sleigh Ride (2:15)
  • Winter Wonderland (2: 17)
  • Jingle Bell Rock (2:25)

Musicians for the show included some special guests:

  • Mandolin: Randy Franklin
  • Bass Guitar: Jason Nunnenkamp
  • Bells: Tom Treanor
  • Guitar: Aaron “Hair Doctor” Dembe
  • Drums: Jake “Mr. Bubbles” Perlman

This movie is 480×272 pixels, 48.7 MB, and 6:57 in length, so a high-speed internet connection is recommended. Click on the image above to play.

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