From 1964 to 1972, Hope included South Vietnam on his annual trips to visit troops during the holiday season, a tradition that started for him during World War II. “Back in 1941, at March Field, California…I still remember fondly that first soldier audience,” Hope once said. “I looked at them, they laughed at me, and it was love at first sight.”

For military families, the holidays may mean that one or more parent is away from home on duty or deployed. The Cape Cod Military Support Foundation’s Operation Santa Claus relieves some of the burden, and the Cape Symphony is proud to be a part of that effort.

Johann Sebastian Bach is considered to be one of the greatest composers of all time; one of the “three Bs,” including Ludwig von Beethoven and Johannes Brahms. Here are some fun facts you probably didn’t know about Bach.

Sure, Johann Sebastian Bach was a Baroque composer. But what does that mean? Baroque art, whether it is architecture, painting, or music, is highly ornate, detailed, exuberant, and extravagant.

GRAMMY nominee Skylark is a premier vocal ensemble of leading American vocal soloists, chamber musicians, and music educators. The Boston Globe says that Skylark features “some of Boston’s best singers,” and we’re bringing them here to you!

Help us provide a healthy holiday meal for deserving local families. Please bring gift cards from grocery stores and local food retailers to the November 2 and 3 Bach and Forth concert.