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Everything has a history, and that includes your favorite Christmas songs! The stories behind some of these songs are very interesting.

I knew I liked the title: "A Rustic Soul Christmas." So I was eager to see if the new Christmas EP from Jason Eskridge lived up to my expectations.

Adolphe Adam's brief biography. Pioneer of 19th-century French Romantic ballets and operas, and famous of Christmas song Cantique de Noel.

Many people receive poinsettias during the holidays and don't know that you can keep them growing all year long and get them to re-bloom the next year - if you're lucky!

Some consider the traditional account of the origins of Silent Night to be a legend while others believe it to be true. The story of the well-known carol is fascinating.

Christmas songs have been sung and enjoyed for years and are part of the traditions that come with the holiday. Enjoy some of the best loved Christmas carols.

It's a bit unusual for an artist's 2nd studio album to be a Christmas project; that generally comes later in a career. But Jim Murphy's mature vocals are made for this.

Sara Groves sings songs of personal reflection. She sings from the heart songs people can identify with. This new album FIREFLIES & SONGS will be a #1 hit.

No holiday play list should be complete without The Chieftains, The Bells of Dublin. This album is full of traditional carols presented in up-beat ways.

Whether you're specifically looking for opera or simply for beautiful seasonal music, these Christmas recordings by opera stars, old and new, are a perfect choice.

These colorful ornaments use the words of familiar Christmas carols to decorate.

Acoustic guitar is a sweet axe for a Christmas collection, projecting a fitting air of intimacy and warmth. "Christmas Celebration!" is both of those things, in spades.

"Christmas With Matthew Ward" offers a classic take on the holiday, with the added bonus of serving also as a fundraiser for Children's HopeChest, an orphans aid group.

What makes a song a Christmas song? The themes can range from the birth of Jesus Christ, to Santa Claus, to a Sleigh Ride, even to a White Christmas.

Every year, families go on autopilot as they perform Christmas traditions without knowing why. Here is the history behind some of the most beloved yuletide traditions.

Tapping in perfectly to all of the approaching holiday's sweetness and even purity, is Leigh Nash's first Christmas EP, "Wishing For This."

Learn about Mexican Christmas traditions, like Dia De Los Reyes Magos, that honors the gifts of the Three Wise Men. Learn how to celebrate Dia De Reyes.

Vickie Winans' promotional material promises "new arrangements and music color", but they all say that. The difference here is that she actually delivers.

Wayburn Dean has managed to make Christmas swing with his outstanding "Peace Child," ten tracks of soulful Christmas groove.

It's Christmas! Several artists have produced Christmas albums this year. Sing along with Mark Harris, Chris Tomlin, Big Daddy Weave and more. Come let us adore Him.

Each year many Christian musicians celebrate Christmas. They go on tour with some friends to spread the joyful message of the birth of Christ.

Having the entire family over for Christmas dinner or another holiday celebration and wondering what special dishes to fix this year?

Give the gift of kindness and good wishes. A simple frame with an embroidered statement can make a huge impact and be the gift that keeps on giving.

While some Yuletide flora décor are rooted in Pagan customs, others are based on Christian legends.

One of the most famous holiday traditions from Austria is the popular Christmas carol, Silent Night.

Chord by chord, musicians can work their way to mastering twelve Christmas classics to strum by the fireside.

A free Christmas carol game may be just what is needed to spread good will and Christmas cheer at work, school, or home with friends and relatives this December holiday.

The Holiday season is here. The gift of music is a great choice for all ages. Several Christian artists have released new albums in the past few months. Merry Christmas!

Christmas carols today have religious significance for many; some Christmas carols date back to medieval times but the majority were written in the 19th century.

Everything has a history, and that includes your favorite Christmas songs! The stories behind some of these songs are very interesting.

Like great art, the Christmas Carol Silent Night offers a message of beauty, peace and truth that is universally understood and can even stop a war.

Everything has a history, and that includes your favorite Christmas songs! The stories behind some of these songs are very interesting.

Adler Planetarium Star of Wonder recreates the starry night skies. See stars and planets as they were aligned during the season of Jesus's birth.

Silent Night, Holy Night, a popular Christmas carol, began in a small church in 19th century Germany and continues to teach the Christian meaning of Christmas today.

Chris Tomlin has recorded a Christmas album. Glory In The Highest is a treasury of twelve traditional carols. Celebrate the season with songs of praise and worship.

Holly and mistletoe as symbolic plants were not always associated with Christmas. The Poinsettia has always been and is based on a Mexican legend.

Christmas decorations used today have orgins that may go back to Roman Times, when Christians put evergreen branches in windows to show Christ had entered their home.

Enjoy a night of Christmas carols with 33 Miles and Johnny Diaz. This concert series reminds everyone to remember what it's all about . Emmanuel, God is with us

Nothing creates a festive mood better than some great Christmas music.

David Schiller's Christmas Car-I-Oke edition of his popular Car-I-Oke series anticipates just what a family needs for fun during winter car rides.

December 2009 will be a festive month in the nation's capital. Many of the best holiday sights are free.

History of Christmas celebration - Epiphany, Nicholas and Santa Claus, from Roman celebration to today's Christmas carols, Christmas trees, and gift-giving.

The Christmas Eve fish dinner represents a centuries old tradition for many Italians and Italian Americans.

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It's time to deck the iPods with new tunes for Christmas. (Ka-chi)gle all the way with these holiday cash grabs, er...that is, stocking stuffers.

Eclectic music fans looking for an alternative to the same old tired holiday music should check out Sufjan Steven's excellent box set, Songs for Christmas.