Sammy Miller and The Congregation

Sammy Miller & The Congregation take on The Ugly Sweater Holiday Show for the first time, ringing in the yule Alaska-style with local guest artists Dawn McClain, Taylor Vidic, and Ives “Icey Ives” Viray in this twist on the traditional holiday concert. A refreshing tonic to the hectic season, it’s one part variety show, one part holiday homage, one part freewheeling spectacle.

Like your favorite holiday sweater, this night promises to be one-of-a-kind, full of unique melodies woven with quirky threads and plenty of cheer. Think jazzy takes on holiday classics and hidden gem jams, tied together by our wonderful host and a taste of the best musicians Anchorage has to offer.

Put on your holiday best (or worst) as Sammy Miller & The Congregation lights up the dark winter night and lifts your spirits. Just try to be a scrooge – we dare you.

Local Artists

Taylor Vidic 
With her voice and storytelling at the center, Juneauite, Taylor Dallas Vidic delivers soulful originals of almost love and renditions of classics you didn’t know you could love more. With a voice described as butter, she melds her classical training and hard-earned stage presence to provide unforgettable performances whether she’s standing solo or alongside a symphony. Stay tuned for her debut album “Cat & Mouse,” coming April 2026, funded in part by a Rasmuson Individual Artist Award. Learn more and follow her journey www.taylorvidic.com or follow her on Instagram @taylordallasvidic.

Dawn McClain
Hailing from Los Angeles with roots in the rich musical traditions the Black church, Dawn McClain delivers powerful performances that blend soul, jazz, R&B, and gospel into what she calls “The Experience.” A U.S. Air Force veteran and ovarian cancer survivor, Dawn infuses her music with resilience, passion, and grace. Her soulful vocals, shaped by influences like Patti LaBelle, Aretha Franklin, and Jill Scott, create an unforgettable journey through love, strength, and renewal every time she takes the stage.

Ives “Icey Ives” Viray
Ives “Icey Ives” Viray is a Filipino American B-Boy born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. Introduced to breaking in 2007, he has since traveled the world as a Monster Energy–sponsored and world-renowned competitor. When he’s not competing, Ives gives back to his community through Flow Zone Dance Studio, which he co-owns with Diana Reyes, teaching, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation of Alaskan dancers while sharing his love for Hip-Hop, culture, and his hometown of Anchorage.