SYDNEY PHILHARMONIA CHOIR

The Sydney Philharmonia Choirs has posted an epic and festive conclusion to the year with both Handel and Tchaikovsky filling the December spots. Handel’s Messiah kicks off on the 8th, 10th and 11th while Tchaikovsky’s classic Nutcracker will be playing on the eleventh only. With over 400 choristers belting out timeless Christmas cheer, this suite of concerts is a much-loved mainstay in the Sydney advent calendar. (NJ)

Dec 8-11, Sydney Opera House, $30-80, 9250 7777, sydneyoperahouse.com