Concert Overview:
Alla Boara invites audiences on a unique holiday journey weaving together familiar Christmas melodies with rare Italian folk traditions. Our program features an incredibly fresh approach to Christmas concerts blending contemporary jazz infused arrangements of ancient folk music with holiday classics!
The Concept
While North American Christmas traditions typically draw from northern European origins, Alla Boara showcases Italy’s vibrant holiday musical heritage. Our performance bridges cultural divides through authentic folk songs presented with fresh, accessible arrangements that honor their roots while engaging modern audiences.
Critical Reception
As John Chacona of All About Jazz observed: “This was magical stuff… Christmas arrived in all its glory with a medley that gathered all the threads of the Alla Boara project into a shining tapestry of sound. Their rendition of ‘Gesu Bambino’ transitioning into Lomax’s field recordings created a ‘lump-in-the throat moment’ that resonated deeply with audiences.”
Performance Highlights
• Playful dialogues capturing the spirited atmosphere of Italian Christmas gatherings
• Reverent pieces including the beloved “Tu Scendi Dalle Stelle”
• Dramatic vocal performances bringing emotional depth to texts both familiar and new
• A finale featuring the Italian version of “Silent Night” with its uniquely beautiful message of peace that, as Chacona noted, provides “a message, urgently needed, that transcends language”
Food & Bar: Our full food and drink menu will be available before and during the show.
Sat, Dec 6 • 8:30 pm
Beer Bar/Hall
Mexican
Deli-Sandwiches
Pizza
Italian
Indian
Brewery
Latin American
International
Asian