SPRINGFIELD, Missouri – The Evangel University Music Department’s annual Christmas concert will be featured on KY3’s sister stations KSPR and the Ozarks CW on Christmas Day. The one-hour special will air at 5 a.m. on KSPR (ABC), at 6:00 a.m. on KY3 (NBC), and at 8 a.m. on the Ozarks CW.
“Evangel University has a long-standing tradition of celebrating the holiday season with the local community via our annual Christmas concert,” said Tom Matrone, chair of EU’s Music Department. “We are honored to partner with KY3 for a third year to present this one-hour Christmas special highlighting Evangel’s talented student musicians and directors.”
Feature groups include the Evangel University Chorus, Men’s Vocal Ensemble, Jazz Band, Evangel University Orchestra and Band, Women’s Chamber Ensemble, and University Chorale.
Song selections range from classical to traditional such as the EU Chorus and Chorale’s presentation of seasonal favorite “O Come All Ye Faithful,” Dan Goeller’s well-known arrangement of “A Christmas Festival of Carols,” which will be performed by EU’s combined orchestra and band, Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith’s “Christmas Hymn,” and Handel’s majestic “Hallelujah” chorus.
Last year’s Christmas Day special may be viewed at evangel.edu/christmasspecial.
Evangel University’s Music Department
The Music Department at Evangel University offers degrees in Music, Music Education, Music Performance, Commercial Music, and Worship Leadership. Each program is designed to equip students with strong musical skills, professional training, and a broad range of musical experiences. The department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and the Missouri Association of Departments and Schools of Music. In addition, EU offers music-focused certificates in Recording Technology and Worship Arts Leadership through its College of Online Learning.
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Evangel University, with the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), is a comprehensive, Spirit-led Christian university in Springfield, Missouri. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities. Under the leadership of Dr. Mike Rakes, Evangel educates and equips students to serve the Church and society globally. Evangel offers more than 70 degree programs, including cutting-edge majors, pre-professional pathways, and flexible online options.
Recent recognition includes:
Top 15% of Christian Colleges in America — Niche (2026)
Top Performer in Social Mobility — U.S. News & World Report (2026)
Best Christian University — Colleges of Distinction (2026)
Evangel also holds program accreditations in business, counseling, music, social work, and theology, and is certified as an Excellence in Giving university. Learn more at evangel.edu.