Thanksgiving

“48 Hours of Christmas” All Day, Dec 24th-25th

Holiday Songs of Peace for a Time of War

The Ukrainian Folk Tune Behind “Carol of the Bells”

The Lesser-Known History of “Jingle Bells”

Explore the history of the iconic Christmas song "Jingle Bells," from its creation by James Lord Pierpont in 1850 to its evolution and various renditions by famous artists over the years.

The Secret Story Behind Tchaikovsky’s Mysterious Celesta in “The Nutcracker”

Explore the history of the celesta, a unique instrument used in Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker and Harry Potter's theme. Discover how it went from obscurity to symphony staple.

Caroling in California

Explore LA's festive caroling scene with groups like The Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers and The Goode Time Carolers, or join events like LA Phil's Holiday Sing-Along.