Cooperation between the seminary and the Jyväskylä parish has been essential in the history of the Finnish Christmas tradition. The seminary and its active musical life inspired the Finnish-language Christmas songs for schools and choirs. Read more about the tradition.
This year we'll hear music performances by Kuohari Choir, consisting of music education students; and the old music ensemble Olkipukki, both conducted by Sanna Salminen.
Organist Piia Laasonen accompanies the singalong, and University Chaplain Miika Mäkinen shares a few thoughts for those awaiting Christmas in different ways.
During the evening, it is possible to make a donation for church.
