december 4, 2026 | miller AUDITORIUM
All Spruced Up for a Holiday Celebration
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Free Concert | Tickets Required | Miller Auditorium
All Spruced Up for a Holiday Celebration with The Terry Lower Trio featuring vocalist Lana Hoffman on Dec. 6 at 7pm
You are cordially invited to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with the KCB and their special guests the Terry Lower Trio and vocalist Lana Hoffman, as we get all spruced up to celebrate the 2026 winter holidays. Terry and his trio are seen often in SW Michigan, and again grace our stage sharing favorite holiday tunes. They are joined by vocalist Lana Hoffman who adds a touch of sparkle to their performance. Together with the KCB, the music is bound to put you in a mood to spruce up and feel the holiday spirit.
Free live music for the whole family on December 6 at 7:00pm!
Celebrate the season together at our free Kalamazoo holiday concert. All ages are welcome to experience the joy of the holidays through music. Come as you are—dress up for a special night out or keep it casual and comfy. Admission is 100% free, but space is limited. Claim your free ticket online below to reserve your seat!
Tickets are first come, first served until all seats are full. Miller Auditorium Ticket Office
will mail your tickets no later than Nov. 21st. Do not call Miller Auditorium for seating.
The Terry Lower Trio featuring vocalist Lana Hoffman
Pianist Terry Lower and vocalist Edye Evans Hyde have shared a variety of musical experiences and created a swinging, exciting sound while performing together during the past 25 years.
From small jazz groups, to big bands and large symphony orchestras, their combined talents include appearances at jazz festivals, on cruise ships, and clubs and concert halls in the USA, Europe, and Asia.
Joined by Jim Ryan or Larry Ochiltree on drums and Ray Tini on bass, this group loves to perform their unique arrangements on jazz standards and songs by the composers of the Great American Songbook.
FAQ
How much does the concert cost?
$0, zero, zilch thanks to our generous sponsors and donors. HOWEVER, tickets are required for reserved seating at Miller Auditorium. Please claim your ticket(s) above.
What should I wear?
Dress as good as you feel, up or down. Come as you are or dress up–it’s up to you!
What time do doors open?
Doors open at 6:00pm. Enjoy music from Kalamazoo Concert Band Fab 5 Woodwind Quintet in the lobby before the concert.
Is there a concessions stand?
Yes. Miller Auditorium will offer sweets, snacks, and sips.
Where is the concert?
Miller Auditorium is located at: 1341 Theatre Dr., Kalamazoo, MI 49008
How do I get tickets?
Reserve your free ticket(s) using the form above.
How do I receive my tickets?
Miller Auditorium will mail them out no later than Nov. 21.
Where do I park?
Miller Auditorium offers free on-site parking for all-season events. Some of our performances sell to Miller’s full capacity of approximately 3,500, so please arrive at least one hour before the engagement to secure your desired parking location. For most Miller season performances, we have officers on hand to help direct traffic near the theatre before and after the performance. For sold-out or close-to-sold-out Miller performances, traffic volume will be higher than usual, so please allow for extra travel time.
Where is Miller Auditorium?
Miller Auditorium is located on the campus of Western Michigan University at the corner of Stadium Drive and Howard Street in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Is Miller Auditorium accessible?
Miller Auditorium places the highest priority on the comfort and safety of its patrons. We recognize the needs of persons with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and subsequent modifications.
The Kalamazoo Concert Band is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.