The Harbor Country Singers, a community outreach program of the School of American Music (SAM), invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with A Season of Joy, two free holiday concerts on Saturday, December 5, and Sunday, December 6, 2026.
Under the musical direction of Maggie Martin, the Harbor Country Singers will share an uplifting program of seasonal favorites and holiday music, bringing together the warmth of tradition, the beauty of choral music, and the joy of celebrating the season with family, friends, and neighbors.
The concert will feature Christmas and Hanukkah music including “Mary, Did You Know?”, “Let It Snow/Winter Wonderland”, “Song for a Winter’s Night”, “Silent Night”, and “Festival of Lights”. The Harbor Country Singers will be joined by talented area musicians, including a brass quintet, and a trio featuring piano, guitar, and bass. The concerts will take place at two beloved Harbor Country venues:
Saturday, December 5, 2026 * 4:00 PM
Eastern Episcopal Church of the Mediator
14280 Red Arrow Highway, Harbert, MI
Admission is FREE. No tickets required.
Sunday, December 6, 2026 | 4:00 PM Eastern
The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI
Admission is FREE. Tickets are required.
Visit www.acornlive.org for ticket information. The Harbor Country Singers have become a cherished part of the region's musical community, bringing people together through the shared experience of music. From holiday concerts to community sing-alongs and outreach performances, the ensemble celebrates the power of music to inspire, connect, and uplift people of all ages.
In the spirit of giving, attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items or personal hygiene items to support Neighbor by Neighbor, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals and families in need throughout the Harbor Country community.
Monetary donations to the Harbor Country Singers are also welcome and help sustain the group's community music programming.
About Maggie Martin
Maggie Martin has been part of the Harbor Country Singers since its beginning in 2016, initially serving as the choir's piano accompanist and assisting with directing throughout the years. She became HCS choir director in 2023. A classically trained pianist with 25 years of experience in choral accompaniment, Martin is passionate about creating a welcoming environment where singers of all skill levels can come together to celebrate music and the holiday season.
About Harbor Country Singers and the School of American Music
Harbor Country Singers is a community outreach program of the School of American Music and is supported by The Pokagon Fund. Through choral performances, community sing-alongs, and intergenerational musical activities, the ensemble brings the joy of music to audiences throughout Southwest Michigan. The School of American Music, located in Three Oaks, Michigan, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making music education and musical experiences accessible to all. Through private music instruction, student scholarships, youth music programs, free community concerts, and community outreach initiatives, SAM enriches lives and strengthens community connections through music. SAM's Mission: “We make music accessible to change lives.”
For additional information about the Harbor Country Singers, the holiday concerts, or the School of American Music, visit www.schoolofamericanmusic.com