Ken Kilian’s Classic Big Band is back — this time with a holiday twist! Join us on Sunday, December 21, at 2:00 pm for an afternoon of favorite holiday tunes performed in that nostalgic big band style. Advance tickets will be $20 and will increase by $5 on the day of the show, plus taxes and fees. Friends of the MPOH will have access to tickets starting Tuesday, July 1 at 8:00 am, and the general public on Tuesday, July 15 at 8:00 am. Doors will open at 1:00 pm.

Since 1983, Ken Kilian’s music groups have been spreading musical cheer. Their massive song library—over 1,500 tunes—includes not only timeless jazz, swing, and ballroom classics but also seasonal favorites that bring warmth and joy. The band’s specialty is capturing the nostalgic charm of holiday music, with rich melodies and heartfelt lyrics that evoke the spirit of the season. Their flagship Classic Big Band, with its full, swinging sound, is a holiday highlight, making every event feel like a celebration straight from the golden age of music.