Lee University’s musical ensemble Advent Now! will present a concert titled, “Advent Now! Christmas in November,” on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 6 p.m. in Squires Recital Hall. All donations from this event will go toward the ensemble’s musical missions trip to Japan.

Advent Now! will visit Japan from Dec. 6-24, sharing the love and story of Christ through a series of concerts.

Many people in Japan are interested in American Christmas traditions and like to try them out, even though they do not understand the origins of the celebration, according to Advent Now! ensemble director Dr. Austin Patty.

“They know about Santa, Christmas trees, and so on, but they do not know about Jesus,” says Patty. “They get to hear about Him for the first time at our concerts.”

This year’s ensemble is composed of a group of students from the School of Music, including a vocal quintet, a string quartet, a pianist, a bassist, and a percussionist.

The concert will feature a diverse program of vocal and instrumental Christmas music, including classical, jazz, and black gospel music.

This concert is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Donations may be made at the door or online for their December trip. To donate online or for more information, visit Advent Now.