Capturing the sparkling colors of the Christmas season, Austin Singers’ holiday concert features many a cappella gems. Included are works featuring harp and oboe, and majestic carols accompanied by brass quintet – all in the enveloping acoustics of St. Mary’s Cathedral downtown.

Austin Singers’ 14th season concludes with two masterworks. First is John Rutter’s “The Sprig of Thyme,” a magical creation with harp and chamber orchestra accompaniment. The second half of the concert features the Harmoniemesse by Franz Joseph Haydn, an exuberant classical work for choir, orchestra, and soloists. Austin Singers will collaborate with local high school choirs for these major works. This offering will be a benefit concert for the Micah 6 Coalition food pantry.