The Bule Ridge Singers Present: O Radiant Dawn

Shenandoah Valley, VA - December brings the 2026 Christmas Concert Series, “O Radiant Dawn”, to audiences with the introduction of Dr. Ryan Keebaugh as new artistic director and conductor for Blue Ridge Singers.

Dr. Keebaugh’s concert description:

Light has long stood as one of humanity's most enduring symbols of hope, wisdom, and divine presence. Across cultures and centuries, the arrival of dawn has marked renewal after darkness, promise after uncertainty, and the beginning of a new day filled with possibility. The title draws its inspiration from one of the ancient "O Antiphons" of the Advent season, a prayer that invokes the rising sun that illuminates all creation.

This program explores the many dimensions of light through music. Some works contemplate the quiet anticipation of first light breaking across the horizon. Others celebrate joy, wonder, and the brilliance of revelation. Together, these compositions invite us on a journey from darkness toward illumination, reflecting the human longing for beauty, meaning, and hope.

PERFORMANCES:

• Friday, December 11, 7:00 P.M. Grace United Methodist Church, 7882 Main St., Middletown
• Saturday, December 12, 7:00 P.M. First Baptist Church of Winchester, 205 W. Piccadilly St.
• Sunday, December 13, 3:00 P.M. Trinity Episcopal Church, 9108 John S. Mosby Hwy., Upperville

Blue Ridge Singers was formed in 2009 with a commitment to excellence, education and community offering a student scholarship and continuing dedication to Senior Living in the area. These performances are made possible in part with support from the Marion Park Lewis Foundation, the Virginia Commission for the arts, National Endowment for the Arts, and the Town of Front Royal. Please visit www.blueridgesingers.org and on Facebook for more information.