Video of the Day: Deck the Halls

Jonathan Whiting
Saturday, December 16, 2023

Fa la la la listen to the classic carol performed by the Skylark ensemble

With less than ten days to go, take a listen to this joyous performance of Deck the Halls by the Skylark ensemble. The American choir, conducted by Matthew Guard are one of many ensembles currently featuring in 'Live from London Christmas 2023', a series of streamed concerts of an assortment of festival choral works running until 7 January.

The melody of Deck the Halls originates from a 16th century Welsh New Year's carol - Nos Galan. The english text we all know today was written by Scottish musician and author Thomas Oliphant in 1862.

Live from London Christmas 2023 runs until 7 January. You can find more information here. You can hear more Festivities from the Skylark Ensemble below via Apple Music.​

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