On this the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere gather at Kanuga as music and words create warmth in this seasonal time of fallow and reflection. Through contemplative readings and the music of Chris Rosser and Adam Maalouf sacred space is created for healing to begin as we prepare for a restorative new year. The concert will be held in Kanuga’s chapel which was built in 1930 using downed pines from a storm. The acoustics are outstanding in this unique and holy listening space.

Also offered is a holiday artisans market featuring regional artists. A buffet supper will be served in the Dining Hall.

About the Performers:

Chris Rosser is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter, composer, and producer from Asheville, NC. As a solo performer, he has released five recordings, including the latest Worrying Boy. He co-founded the world fusion ensemble Free Planet Radio, which toured 20 cities in China in 2016 and has released five recordings, including the latest Pursuit. He also has toured internationally in the bands of Omar Faruk Tekbilek, Rhonda Larson, and Lizz Wright. In 2017, Chris received an NC Arts Council Composer Fellowship. He has produced/engineered over 200 CDs for other artists in his recording studio. He has composed music for national commercial spots and TV shows on Animal Planet, TLC, OWN, and PBS.

Adam Maalouf is a Lebanese-American percussionist and composer who plays and creates music using different instruments worldwide. In particular, he is known for his handpan and world percussion. His cross-genre style of music forms a common thread between the cultures of the East and West.

The event will be held rain or shine.