FES students spread holiday cheer with Christmas concert

On December 15, 2025, at 6 p.m., Fredo­nia Elementary School welcomed families and community members for a joyful Christmas concert that filled the campus with music, laughter and holiday spirit. The event was a heartfelt way for the school to wish the community a merriest Christmas this season.

A young singer smiles for the camera during the Fredonia Elementary School Christmas concert. Photo courtesy of FMUSD.

The concert was led by the school’s dedi­cated music teacher, Mrs. Eraina Aldrich, who worked closely with students from pre­school through seventh grade. Throughout the weeks leading up to the performance, students practiced their songs and routines during music classes, prepar­ing an entertaining and meaningful program for the audience.

The evening began with delightful perfor­mances from the pre­school and kindergar­ten classes. The young­est students took the stage with confidence and charm as they pre­sented poems and songs including The Chubby Little Snowman by Kathy Reid Naiman, He Has a Red Red Coat by Lindy Margaret Ad­amson and Brent Holt and Reindeer Hokey Pokey, adapted by Lar­ry LaPrise, Charles Macak and Tafit Baker. Wearing adorable rein­deer headbands, the children instantly won the hearts of the audi­ence.

Following their per­formance, the first and second grade students brought smiles and laughter with When Santa Got Stuck Up the Chimney by Ella Fitzgerald and the holiday favorite Jingle Bells by James Lord Pierpont.

The third and fourth grade classes then showcased their musi­cal growth by perform­ing Jingle Bells on the recorder and singing Dominick the Donkey by Lou Monte. Their performance highlight­ed both instrumental skills and enthusiastic vocals.

Next, the fifth and sixth grade students impressed the audience with a beautiful uku­lele rendition of Silent Night and a spirited performance of Last Christmas by WHAM, demonstrating confi­dence and teamwork on stage.

Closing the individu­al grade performances was a special appear­ance by selected sixth and seventh grade stu­dents from Mr. Ca­naan’s class. The group formed a live band, featuring drums and guitars, and performed Jingle Bells by James Lord Pierpont. Mr. Canaan served as both vocalist and guitarist, adding an exciting and memorable element to the evening.

The concert conclud­ed with a joyful rendi­tion of We Wish You a Merry Christmas, led by the band, as students and audience members celebrated together.

The night not only spread Christmas cheer but also highlighted the talents, confidence and potential of Fredonia’s students. The Christ­mas Concert was a true celebration of music, community, and the spirit of the season, leaving everyone with warm hearts and holi­day smiles.