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Trans-Siberian Orchestra carries on tradition of holiday bombast even as its members grieve founder’s death

Trans-Siberian Orchestra, the rock-opera brainchild of Paul O’Neill, has become an unlikely holiday juggernaut since its mid-’90s formation, with album sales of more than 12 million and ticket sales in excess of $14 million.

But when O’Neill suddenly died this past April from a reaction to the combination of prescription medications used to treat several chronic illnesses, it was fair to wonder — would TSO continue without its primary composer and lyricist?

Trans-Siberian Orchestra

When • Tuesday, Nov. 21; shows at 4 and 8 p.