Scott Kennebeck and Emily Truckenbrod with John Powell Walsh

The magic of the season resides inside Blue Strawberry tonight, in an evening of song, story, and spirit from Tenor Scott Kennebeck, Soprano Emily Truckenbrod, and Pianist John Powel Walsh. “Tidings of Comfort and Joy" blends  beloved carols, timeless classics, and contemporary favorites. From sacred hymns to sparkling holiday standards, tonight beckons you to be part of the warmth, beauty and joy of the season over dinner and good cheer. From quiet moments of reflection to joyful, triumphant celebrations and glorious harmonies, each song tells a part of the Christmas story. This night of tradition and new delights fills the heart with the wonder of Christmas. 

Scott Kennebeck, Tenor
Artist in Residence, Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis 
Executive and Artistic Director of St. Louis Cathedral Concerts
Cantor, Cathedral Parish
Touring Soloist throughout the United States, Italy, England, Germany, and Austria.


Emily Truckenbrod, Soprano

Professor and the Director of Vocal Studies at SIUE

Soloist with the  Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, The Wichita Symphony, the Tulsa Oratorio Chorus, the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, the Quad Cities Symphony Orchestra, the Richmond Symphony and The Handel Oratorio Society.

Touring Soloist throughout the United States, Italy, France, Austria, Spain, Honduras and Tanzania. 


John Powel Walsh, Accompanist

John has worked with the Bach Society of St. Louis, the St. Cecelia Consort, the Ronald Arnatt Chorale (St. Louis Chamber Chorus), the St. Louis Abbey and Priory School, and accompanist for Central Reform Congregation and the American Kantorei at Concordia Seminary.