Bay Philharmonic set to deliver two performance-packed Holiday Spectacular Shows
For more information contact: Candy Culver: 925.525.2513 cculver@bayphil.org
Fremont, CA – For the first time since COVID, Bay Philharmonic is presenting two Holiday Spectacular shows on Saturday, December 14 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, December 15 at 3 pm at the Chabot College Performing Arts Center in Hayward.
You can expect a thrilling, uplifting experience at the Bay Area’s Best Holiday Spectacular. A diverse array of phenomenal dancers, incredible vocalists, and your Bay Philharmonic orchestra - led by your joyous host, Conductor Jung-Ho Pak. Prepare to be dazzled and delighted, and leave smiling, singing, and humming all the way home.
“I can’t wait to be on stage with all these great performers and share so much beautiful music with you,” said Jung-Ho. “I’m like a kid in a musical candy store!”
The program features pop, jazz, classical, and pop music and will celebrate Christmas, Chanukah, and Kwanza—with holiday favorites and new renditions. And of course, a visitor from the North Pole too.
For the first time, Bay Phil is joined by hip-hop group Full Potential, who will perform a Nutcracker selection. “We’re excited about the exchange of energy between the two groups,” commented Duncan Padilla. “It’s so different to dance with a live group (instead of a recording).”
The lineup includes:
Full Potential (Formerly known as Feel Projection Dance Company, LLC.) is a Fremont-based choreography-based dance troupe established in 2016
Oakland Interfaith Youth Choir which celebrates diverse communities through song and is comprised of East Bay youth aged 7 –17
Lelm & Langford - a Chicago-based piano/vocal duo, specializing in jazz, pop and orchestral performances
Yoko's Dance and Performing Arts Academy is well known for excellence in providing dance instruction in ballet, jazz, tap (and more) to students of all ages
Bay Phil Youth Orchestra (BPYO), created by Judy Lam eight years ago, provides musical skills development and personal growth to local young people
In addition, two Guest Conductors will share the Holiday Spectacular stage: Dr. Carlos Hernandez, BPYO Music Director and Bay Phil Artistic Administrator; and David Sloss, who served for 32 years as Artistic Director and Conductor of the former Fremont Symphony and is the founding Director of Fremont Opera.
Tickets: Available through Bay Phil’s website for both Holiday Spectacular Shows and range from $25 to $89. Hurry, though, before they sell out!
24/25 Season: The season features two other unique shows in 2025, an Aretha Franklin Tribute on March 16, and a Beatles Tribute on June 22.
Bay Phil is a leading professional Bay Area orchestra, dedicated to presenting inspirational and accessible live entertainment and valuable educational programs, with a mission to ignite joy and excitement for all.
Our Vision: Create a world where the power of music brings diverse communities together into harmony, fostering beauty and joy across the Bay Area and beyond.
