The Sonoran Desert Chorale has been delighting audiences for 25 years, and this year is no exception. Join them for their Christmas celebration at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church. $15–$20; discounts available for online tickets. 6300 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale. 3 p.m. 480-305-4538; sonorandesertchorale.com

It’s one of the most anticipated concerts of the season! Join the Pinnacle Chancel Choir, Pinnacle Pealers and special instrumental guests as they combine forces to create a magical experience. Free. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. 480-303-2474; pinnacleconcerts.com

This month’s concert features Swedish-born vocalist Vismaya Hagelberg, with Mark Decozio on piano and Allen Ames on bass and violin. $35. El Pedregal Tohono Ballroom at The Boulders, 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 4 p.m. 480-204-7292; coldwellbankeconcerts.eventbrite.com

Join music director Tito Muñoz as he conducts the Phoenix Symphony, The Phoenix Symphony Chorus and world-class soloists in this full-length version of Messiah, considered among the most glorious sacred music ever written. Tickets only available through Phoenix Symphony Box Office. $39–69. Scottsdale Center for the Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 7:30 p.m. 602-495-1999;...

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Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster and multi-talented pianist Seth Rudetsky present a cabaret-style concert not to be missed. $59–89. Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 8 p.m. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Alyson Miller, Marless Fellows, Nancy Romanovsky and April Howland will be the featured demonstrating artists. Free. The Gallery at El Pedregal, 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. Second Floor. 480-575-6685; sonoranartsleague.org

Sharon Brening, Cave Creek Museum’s artist in residence will discuss how her canvases allow viewers to share a personal glimpse into the lives of people that shape the American landscape. Free with museum admission. Cave Creek Museum, 6140 E. Skyline Dr., Cave Creek. 2–3:30 p.m. 480-488-2764; cavecreekmuseum.org

The Carolyn Eynon Singers will present Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Refreshments will be served and children will love the historic Old English Dickens village. $25/adults; $12.50/children under 12 years. Christ the Lord Lutheran Church, 9205 E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 4 p.m. ctlcarefree.org

North Valley Symphony Orchestra presents “Winter Wonderland,” including classical holiday favorites, and a visit from Santa. Free. North Canyon High School, 1700 E. Union Hills Dr., Phoenix.7 p.m. northvalleysymphony.org