Allen Dart, an Arizona Humanities speaker and archaeologist, will hold an interesting discussion about ancient Native American ceramic styles, as well as the importance of context in archaeology. Free. The Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church, 6502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 7 p.m. 623-512-1665; azarchsoc.wildapricot.org

Chamber Music Sedona will host its dynamic annual six-day celebration of the performing arts. The festival will culminate Jan. 14 with a concert at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. See website for performance and class schedules and ticket info. chambermusicsedona.org

ProMusica Arizona will be holding auditions for both the chorale and orchestra. All voices and instruments are welcome. Email Patti Graetz at pgraetz@pmaz.org for an audition appointment. Crosswinds Presbyterian Church, 20125 N. 15th Ave., Phoenix. 7:45–9 p.m. 623-326-5172; pmaz.org