Chava Alberstein -- Singer-songwriter from Israel, performing in Hebrew, Yiddish and English. Folk songs plus standards by Gershwin, Lennon, McCartney and others. 8 p.m. Dec. 6, Jackson Hall. Preperformance lecture by Rabbi Greg Wolfe, 7 p.m., Studio Theatre. School matinee, recommended for grades 5-12,

11 a.m. Dec. 7; educators and others interested in purchasing matinee tickets should call (530) 754-4689.

Evelyn Glennie -- Solo percussionist who is profoundly deaf; she plays barefoot, better to feel the vibration of her music. 8 p.m. Dec. 8, Jackson Hall.

Lara Downes -- For her Perspectives program this year, the pianist -- a UC Davis artist-in-residence -- presents a two-part lecture-recital series, Coming Home, showcasing 1920s to '50s American music. Part I, The Heartland: Samuel Barber, Excursions, op. 20; Virgil Thomson, The Plow that Broke the Plains; Aaron Copland, three pieces from his Our Town score; Rubin Goldmark, Prairie Idylls; and Roy Harris, American Ballads. 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 9, Studio Theatre.

Tickets: (530) 754-2787 or (866) 754-2787, or www.mondaviarts.org.