Herbert Blomstedt continues to work with world-class orchestras across the globe at the staggering age of 97.

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Composed in 1847 by Adolphe Adam, ‘O Holy Night’ is still adored the world over, 170 years on. A tale of humanity’s ...

On Christmas Eve 1914 soldiers from both sides of the lines sang carols and laid down their arms.

For the first time in its 900-year history, girl choristers will sing at the Christmas Day carol service at London’s majestic St Paul’s Cathedral. Made up of both adult and child choristers, the choir ...

Her Royal Highness the Princess of Wales has hosted her fourth annual carol service at the spectacular Westminster Abbey, with Christmas carols from the Abbey choir alongside moving readings and music ...

Whilst we may dream of a white Christmas, the weather in December can be dark, grey and uninviting – making it the perfect time to cosy up and pick one of your favourite films to get you into the ...

‘The Holly and the Ivy’ is one of the most fun and charming of all the Christmas carols. Its upbeat rhythmic drive perfectly supports the text, a heartfelt ode to the importance of the holly and ivy, ...

It comes up every Christmas, and every year you forget the words (bar ‘Five Gold Rings’, of course). Here’s a handy guide to ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’, including its lyrics and meaning. ‘The ...