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11\/29 || Ume\u00e5 Music Society Christmas Concert<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Kick off the Christmas celebrations with a medley of songs from famous movies and musicals, familiar Christmas tunes, and Pyotr Tchaikovsky\u2019s \u201cThe Nutcracker\u201d Suite. Ume\u00e5 Musiks\u00e4llskap will be joined on stage by 15 students from the Musical Academy at Str\u00f6mb\u00e4ck Folk High School. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Ume\u00e5 Music Society’s Christmas Concert<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

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12\/6 || Viktor Nor\u00e9n Christmas Tour<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

“Nor\u00e9njul” takes on a new meaning when Viktor Nor\u00e9n, a native of Borl\u00e4nge, takes the stage at the Norrlandsoperan Concert Hall to sing the praises of Christmas. After releasing some of the most-played Christmas songs of recent years\u2014alongside icons like Carola and Lisa Nilsson\u2014he\u2019s embarking on a Christmas tour throughout Sweden, and armed with traditional folk attire, a Dala horse, and an acoustic guitar, Viktor Nor\u00e9n sets the mood for December. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Viktor Nor\u00e9n’s Christmas Tour<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

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Dec. 11\u201312 || Linnea’s Christmas with the Norrlandsoperan Symphony Orchestra<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Linnea Henriksson has appeared on the \u201cSommarprat\u201d talk show, hosted \u201cMusikhj\u00e4lpen,\u201d won \u201cK\u00f6rslaget,\u201d and appeared in countless beloved TV shows, but above all: she is a beloved and acclaimed live performer. Now she\u2019s teaming up with the Norrlandsoperan Symphony Orchestra, and with the help of conductor Jonas Nydesj\u00f6, she invites you to what may be this year\u2019s most festive Christmas concert. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Linn\u00e9a’s Christmas<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

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12\/19 || Popcorn Candies with the Snowflake Singers<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

For over 20 years, the Snowflake Singers have been performing barbershop, pop, Christmas music, and heartfelt ballads\u2014and Christmas 2026 is no exception! Give your celebration a real energy boost with sparkling harmonies, perfect unison, and a spectacular show! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Snowflake Singers<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

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Dec. 28\u201329 || The Smile of a Summer Night<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Stephen Sondheim\u2019s musical adaptation of Ingmar Bergman\u2019s internationally acclaimed breakthrough film premieres at the Norrlandsoperan on November 21, but is just as perfect for enjoying during the holidays. A wonderful mix of some of Sweden\u2019s most acclaimed opera singers, actors, and musical theater performers guarantees a memorable experience. Treat a culture-loving friend who\u2019s back home to one of the very last performances. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>The Smile of a Summer Night<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

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January 5\u20136 || Epiphany Concert<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

The Norrlandsoperan Symphony Orchestra\u2019s traditional Twelfth Night Concert will feature, among others, \u00c5sa J\u00e4ger, who gave an acclaimed performance in the title role of *Tristan und Isolde* in 2025. Also featured: trumpeter Ellinor Bengtsson, conductor Per-Otto Johansson, and music by Wagner, Strauss, Leh\u00e1r, Dvo\u0159\u00e1k, and Lumbye. In other words, the next level of Christmas cheer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Twelfth Night Concert<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n

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For anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit, the Norrlandsoperan\u2019s program is a veritable winter wonderland. Starting in late November, a lineup of Sweden\u2019s most acclaimed artists takes the stage, and the Norrlandsoperan Symphony Orchestra performs pieces by the greatest composers of all time. 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