Grass Valley, CA — The Nevada Union High School Band Program warmly invites the community to experience its upcoming winter performance, “Holiday Stories – 2026 Winter Concert.” The performance will take place on Thursday, December 3, at 7:00 pm at the Don Baggett Theater on the Nevada Union High School campus.

Conductor on a podium, seen from behind, leads a student concert band in formal black attire on a stage with a red-lit backdrop

This year’s concert centers on musical storytelling, taking listeners on a journey through seasonal favorites and literary classics. Alongside timeless holiday melodies like “Greensleeves” and “Jingle Bells,” the student musicians will also perform pieces that evoke the pure joy and wonder of playing in the snow. Highlights of the evening include dramatic arrangements portraying Charles Dickens’ classic tale, A Christmas Carol, as well as beloved selections from the movie The Polar Express.

The event will showcase the talents of the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Jazz Band, delivering a rich variety of styles and soundscapes.

Poster: Nevada Union Band presents Holiday Stories, 2026 Winter Concert, Dec 3 at 7PM, Don Baggett Theatre, 11761 Ridge Rd, Grass Valley. Tickets $15 general, $5 student. Lit Christmas tree with trumpet and drum before a wall of bookshelves

“I’m really excited by this concert. We are adding some new performances and other effects,” said band director David Fowler. “I think it will be a really fun experience for everyone in attendance!”

The performance will run from 7:00 pm to approximately 9:00 pm. General admission tickets are $15, and tickets for students and children are $5. Audiences of all ages are welcome. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at https://nuband.ludus.com/200554600 or at the door prior to the show.

About the Nevada Union Band Program

Under the guidance of David Fowler, the Nevada Union High School Band Program delivers an enriching music education centered on artistic achievement and teamwork. Through participation in Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and Percussion, students refine their musical skills while developing discipline, creative expression, and collaboration.

These dedicated young performers regularly share their talents with the local community. Nevada Union band students represent their school throughout the year at notable regional events, including the Nevada County Fair’s Opening Day Ceremony, the Constitution Day Parade, the Veterans Day Ceremony, the Colfax Light Parade, the Nevada City Mardi Gras Parade, and Nevada Union football games.

Together, the ensembles strengthen community connections through live music. The band program invites friends, family, and neighbors to support these talented musicians by attending this year’s winter concert.

Event Details

  • What: Nevada Union High School Band Presents “Holiday Stories – 2026 Winter Concert”
  • When: Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 7:00 pm
  • Where: Don Baggett Theater, Nevada Union High School, Grass Valley, CA
  • Admission: $15 general admission; $5 students/children
  • Tickets: https://nuband.ludus.com/200554600 or at the door