Light in the Darkness

 

Ariose is an award-winning, nationally recognized choir of treble singers. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, and led by Artistic Director Jolaine Kerley, the group enjoys the challenge of exploring and performing music of various styles and from different periods, with the goal of exposing audiences to a vast array of choral music.

Join us on December 13, 2025, at 7 PM for Light in the Darkness, a winter concert that finds beauty and hope in the quiet of the season. As nights grow long and the earth lies still, music becomes a source of comfort and renewal — inviting us to pause, reflect, and feel the warmth of shared light. Through rich harmonies and expressive melodies, we move from gentle wonder to joyful celebration.

In this concert, we gather to honor wonder, peace, and the hope that shines even in the darkest winter.

A Quick Note on Ticket Types

If you’ve attended our concerts before, you may notice that our ticket pricing looks a little different this year. We’ve updated our pricing to better reflect our values and to make our concerts more accessible for everyone. This year, we’re introducing two new ticket tiers: Supporter Tickets and Accessible Tickets.

Supporter Tickets are for those who wish to contribute a little extra beyond the regular True Cost Ticket, which covers the basic operational costs of running the choir. The additional support from these tickets helps us do more — like commissioning new works, hiring guest musicians, and expanding our artistic reach. If you choose this option, we thank you sincerely for your generosity.

Accessible Tickets are available for seniors, students, children, or anyone with limited financial flexibility who would still like to join us. And if the accessible rate still presents a barrier, we also offer a free ticket option — simply email us at ariose.yeg@gmail.com. No questions asked.

This year, we’d especially like to extend our support to teachers affected by the recent strike. Please feel welcome to choose an accessible or free ticket — we’d love to bring you some holiday cheer in recognition of all you’ve done for Alberta’s young people.

We trust you’ll select the ticket that best fits your situation, and we’re grateful for your presence — in whatever way you’re able to join us.