It's like Classical Music got up and left for the week (maybe to Chicago?). That's okay, though, today's picks are both exciting. We post today's picks earlier than the usual 2 p.m. slot in order to make sure you're forewarned, since they are today.
The Wagner Ensemble presents an afternoon concert entitled "Illuminations from the Old World" featuring music from the Christmas tradition of Europe, British Isles and Slavic countries ranging from the early Renaissance to the present. 4:00 p.m. at the Westwood United Methodist Church ($15/20)
Drawn from the most contemplative of the monastic offices begun in the middle ages, this candle-lit choral service with music sung by Schola Cantorum, an ensemble of male voices, offers music from Gregorian Chant and early polyphony to the contemporary music of modern mystics. Come as you are -- a cushion or pillow may be desirable. 7:30 p.m. at St. James' Episcopal Church (freewill offering). Two blocks from Wilshire/Western Purple Line Station.
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