YULE TIDE: The holiday season comes but once a year, and with 'Cool Yule' the music of the season gets a fresh rethinking. (photo credit: SJSU HA Marketing)

Although it may not snow in San Jose this year, that doesn’t mean the winter holidays aren’t in full force. Take, for example, “Cool Yule,” a classic orchestral twist on the popular holiday tunes from years past. Hosted by SJSU’s Jazz Orchestra, the ensemble will be joined by Valley Christian High School Jazz Ensemble in a holiday performance led by Grammy Award-winning baritone saxophonist and composer Aaron Lington. Not only might there be a revamped and exciting version of “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer,” but this mellow evening out could be the perfect festive start to the holiday season.
Cool Yule
Tue, 7:30pm, $5+
Hammer Theatre, San Jose