On Dec. 6, the Claudia Crosby Theater will be filled with the “Sounds of the Season.”

Troy University’s College of Communication and Fine Arts will present its free annual holiday concert entitled “Illuminations” next Thursday.

The production will feature performances by Troy’s Symphony Band, conducted by Dr. Mark Walker, the Collegiate Singers under the direction of Laura Mixon, the Concert Chorale under the direction of Dr. Diane Orlofsky, frequency, the Gospel Singers under the direction of Louis Webb, the Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Eric Ward, the American Popular Music Ensemble under the direction of Robert W. Smith, the Guitar Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Robert Gibson, the Irish Duo and numerous faculty soloists.

“It essentially showcases the School of Music,” said Larry Blocher, director of the School of Music. “It’s for our Troy and our Troy University families. It is designed to be traditional, but there will be a lot of variety of holiday favorites.”

The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. and doors open at 7. The holiday celebration is the opening concert of the 2012 Middle School Southeastern United States Honor Band, so those who will be attending are asked to come early to ensure seating.