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Holiday “Lobbying” at the Willard

Monday December 8, 2025 at 6:00 & 7:15 pm
(45-minute program, two performances}

Willard InterContinental Washington Hotel
1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Metro: Federal Triangle
Free admission • Valet parking
Limited seating
Ample standing room
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Ring in the season in the beautifully decorated lobby of the historic Willard Hotel — the very space where “lobbying” got its name. Enjoy beloved traditional and early fare, including English medieval carols, Praetorius’ Es ist ein Ros’ entsprungen (Lo, How a Rose), Daniel Read’s rousing Sherburne, and much more. As always, the festivities will end with a sing-along of Franz Gruber’s own early setting of his beloved Stille Nacht (Silent Night).

Don’t miss this joyful annual event! Seating is first come, first served; there is ample standing room.

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Hailed by The Baltimore Sun for their “gorgeous tonal balance”, Carmina and Illuminare are sibling ensembles dedicated to bringing the exquisite beauty of early music to the Washington, D.C. community.

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We are thrilled to announce our second season under the leadership of new musical director, Dr. Richard W. Robbins.

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This year’s concerts will feature works from English, Italian, and American repertoire.  Click to see details, plus times and locations.

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Auditions for the 2025-26 season have concluded, but we are always happy to hear from experienced singers interested in joining us!