Music

Aaron Neville Christmas Special

November 11, 2010 – 10:41 am

Aaron Neville performs seasonal music.

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Backstage

November 23, 2009 – 11:09 am

Enjoy an evening backstage as Christian musicians play an assortment of Christmas classics.

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Backstage Christmas Special

November 23, 2009 – 11:17 am

Mary Anne LaHood, well-known to viewers of EWTN’s Angel Force, sings a variety of Christmas songs in this special episode of Backstage.

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Barra MacNeils Celtic Christmas

December 10, 2009 – 3:06 pm

Evoking the Christmas spirit of old England, and featuring Canada’s performers, this special offers classic Christmas favorites performed in traditional Celtic style.

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Battle of the Nutcrackers

November 23, 2010 – 9:46 pm

The holiday tradition is back for its fifth installment, featuring a different production of “The Nutcracker” each night this week and inviting viewers to vote for their favorites. Things kick off tonight with the U.S. television premiere of a 2007 production from the State Academic Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg, Russia, where “The Nutcracker” was first performed in 1892.

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Bejart’s Nutcracker

December 3, 2009 – 12:21 pm

Punctuated by Bejart’s narration of his life story, his magical staging of The Nutcracker is an enchanting and enchanted autobiography.

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Bolshoi Ballet: The Nutcracker

December 3, 2009 – 12:15 pm

The ballet is a fantastic tale presented in the choreography of Yuri Grigorovich.

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Candles and Carols

November 18, 2009 – 1:23 pm

Anderson University presents its annual Christmas program, featuring a candle-lighting ceremony with sacred music and scriptural meditations.

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The Carlow Choir Presents: Joy to the World

December 14, 2011 – 3:19 pm

Enjoy the sounds of the season in this Christmas program from The Carlow Choir.

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Casse Noisette Circus: Ballet of Monte Carlo

December 3, 2009 – 12:18 pm

Casse Noisette Circus delivers a resplendent and modern version of The Nutcracker, filled with dizzying pirouettes, elaborate trapeze work, juggling, intricate acrobatics and modern dance.

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Catholic University of America’s Christmas Concert (2011)

December 14, 2011 – 2:58 pm

The annual Christmas concert presented by the Catholic University of America, featuring a blend of voices and the sounds of the Christmas season.

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Catholic University of America’s Christmas Concert 2010

November 17, 2009 – 1:43 pm

The Catholic University of America presents its annual Christmas concert from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.

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A Celtic Christmas

November 11, 2010 – 10:46 am

Christian Celtic Christmas featuring music, Irish dance and dramatic readings in a full theatrical cultural performance with some of the top Irish musicians in the world.

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Choral Meditations on the Nativity

November 17, 2009 – 1:08 pm

A musical composition in celebration of Christmas, live from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.

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Christmas at Belmont (2011)

November 23, 2009 – 3:49 pm

Taped at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, this concert features nearly 700 student musicians joining the Belmont School of Music faculty and the Nashville Children’s Choir in an annual production of traditional carols, classical masterworks, world music and light-hearted seasonal favorites.

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Christmas at Concordia — Journey to Bethlehem

October 20, 2010 – 1:47 pm

In this new special, nationally recognized composer and conductor René Clausen of Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota re-imagines Christmas, taking viewers of all faiths and traditions on a musical journey.

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Christmas at St. Olaf

November 23, 2009 – 3:53 pm

This new production of one of the nation’s most highly acclaimed annual musical celebrations marks the 100th anniversary of the annual Christmas Festival from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minn.

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Christmas Carol: A Christian Musical

November 11, 2010 – 10:37 am

This musical adaption of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story presents the story of Scrooge from a Christian perspective.

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A Christmas Carol: The Musical

November 15, 2010 – 4:01 pm

Inspired by a stage musical which used to be presented annually at New York’s Madison Square Garden, this Christmas Carol stars Kelsey Grammer as tight-fisted Ebenezer Scrooge.

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Christmas in My Heart

November 11, 2010 – 10:51 am

Pianist Jim Brickman, storyteller and author Joe Wheeler, tenor Larry Ford and teen gospel sensation Tiffany Campbell-Dally perform inspirational holiday music.

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Christmas in Rockefeller Center

November 18, 2009 – 8:40 am

NBC will celebrate the lighting of the world’s most famous Christmas tree with a live broadcast from Rockefeller Center in New York City. The star-studded holiday special will feature performances by Neil Diamond, Big Time Rush, Tony Bennett, Justin Bieber, Michael Bublé, Cee Lo Green, Carole King, Katharine McPhee, Javier Colon and The Radio City Rockettes with a mix of current hits and holiday classics.

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Christmas In Washington

November 18, 2009 – 3:00 pm

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this holiday concert is a star-studded musical celebration benefiting the Children’s National Medical Center.

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Christmas Liturgical

November 18, 2010 – 3:02 pm

Young people representing various religious denominations perform holiday songs.

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Christmas With the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Featuring David Archuleta and Michael York

November 12, 2009 – 3:00 pm

Pop star David Archuleta and actor Michael York join the renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir in an energetic Christmas celebration recorded before an audience of 80,000 people.

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Christmas With the Nuns

November 23, 2009 – 11:46 am

Special Christmas music with the Poor Clare Nuns of Perpetual Adoration from Our Lady of the Angels Monastery in Hanceville, Alabama.

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Christopher Classic Christmas

November 23, 2009 – 12:01 pm

The Christophers founder Father James Keller celebrates Christmas with stars of yesteryear, including Snooky Larson, June Valli, Mario Lanza, Rosalind Russell and Danny Thomas.

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CMA Country Christmas

October 21, 2010 – 11:32 am

Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland returns to host this special that features music, memories and stories of the season from some of country’s biggest stars.

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Cousins in Christ: Family Christmas

November 23, 2009 – 10:55 am

The Cousins in Christ perform songs celebrating the season, including “Silent Night,” “Away in a Manger” and many others.

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Dana: Our Family Christmas

November 23, 2009 – 12:20 pm

Join Dana, her family and friends as they present an old-fashioned family Christmas, with traditional customs and new ideas.

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Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2012

December 7, 2009 – 12:47 pm

Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber are among the performers are “Rockin’ Eve” celebrates its 40th anniversary with a 5 1/2-hour, bi-coastal event kicking off with a two-hour anniversary party hosted by Jenny McCarthy and Fergie.

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Father Rutler: Stories of Hymns — O Come O Come Emmanuel

November 23, 2009 – 11:53 am

In this episode, Father George Rutler reflects upon the hymn “O Come O Come Emmanuel.”

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Fowler Sisters: Christmas Gift

November 23, 2009 – 11:33 am

The Fowler Sisters usher in the Christmas season with renditions of favorite Christmas classics.

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The Gathering: Christmas Around the World

November 24, 2009 – 3:01 pm

Nearly 40 student dancers and musicians from Brigham Young University perform traditional dances from around the world.

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Great Performances: Dance in America: San Francisco Ballet’s Nutcracker

November 23, 2009 – 4:07 pm

San Francisco Ballet’s production of the beloved Nutcracker, reset during the 1915 Panama Pacific International Exhibition, introduces “Dance in America” viewers to Maria Kochetkova and Davit Karapetyan.

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Great Performances: From Vienna: The New Year’s Celebration 2011

November 17, 2010 – 3:32 pm

Stage and screen legend Julie Andrews returns for the third year to host the festive annual New Year’s celebration with the Vienna Philharmonic, under the direction of Franz Welser-Möst from Vienna’s Musikverein.

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Heralds of the Gospel

December 14, 2011 – 3:01 pm

The International Association of Pontifical Right performs an array of Christmas music, from the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Hanceville, Alabama.

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Holiday Inn (1942)

December 9, 2009 – 3:16 pm

Irving Berlin’s timeless holiday song “White Christmas” made its Oscar-winning debut in this classic film.

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Holiday Notes From Home

December 3, 2009 – 4:14 pm

Wynonna sends a musical love letter to our men and women in the Armed Forces with an unforgettable performance that will warm the heart and inspire the spirit.

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Holiday Wrapping Party

December 3, 2009 – 4:21 pm

Hosts Nan Kelley, Storme Warren, Suzanne Alexander, and Bill Cody all come together to share their warmest and funniest moments from 2009, play their favorite holiday videos as well.

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In Concert: A Christmas Celebration — O Magnum Mysterium

November 23, 2009 – 10:53 am

Music for the Christmas season is performed by the Corydon Singers and His Majesty’s Sagbutts and Cornetts.

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Joy of Music: A Danube Christmas Celebration

November 18, 2010 – 3:18 pm

Diane Bish shares the sights and sounds of Christmas as she travels along the Danube River. Enjoy musical favorites performed in Hungary, Austria and Germany.

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Joy of Music: A Musical Journey of Christmas

November 17, 2009 – 1:00 pm

In this special holiday program, host Diane Bish celebrates Christmas in the churches and cathedrals of Austria and Germany.

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Joy of Music: Christkindel Christmas

November 18, 2009 – 1:27 pm

Host Diane Bish celebrates Christmas in picturesque Austria and Germany.

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Joy of Music: Christmas in Germany

November 23, 2009 – 11:20 am

Diane Bish hosts this special celebration from Germany, featuring Christmas music from some of the greatest classical composers of that country.

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Joy of Music: Christmas in the Holy Land

November 18, 2010 – 3:20 pm

Diane Bish visits the Holy Land at Christmas time. Sung Sook Lee, soprano, sings as favorite carols are performed.

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L.A. Holiday Celebration

November 23, 2009 – 4:12 pm

This program is a highlight version of the six-hour Los Angeles County Holiday Celebration that took place in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion of the Music Center on Christmas Eve 2009.

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Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas To You

November 1, 2010 – 3:06 pm

From the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles, singing superstar Mariah Carey performs songs from her new holiday album, Merry Christmas II You. Carey sings yuletide classics and original tunes, including her new song “Oh, Santa!”

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Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!

November 28, 2011 – 4:07 pm

This delicious contemporary production is full of pathos and theatrical magic. From a hilariously bleak Christmas Eve at Dr. Dross’ Orphanage, to the spectacular candy folk of Sweetieland, Clara’s journey passes through Oliver Twist, the Ice Capades and the kaleidoscopic fantasy of Busby Berkeley musicals.

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A Michael Bublé Christmas

November 28, 2011 – 3:25 pm

Three-time Grammy winner Michael Bublé headlines his first network television variety special, which features hits from his latest holiday CD along with sketch comedy segments.

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Music and the Spoken Word: Christmas Glow

December 1, 2010 – 2:53 pm

This special features world famous soprano, Renee Fleming; screen star, Claire Bloom; the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square.

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Music and the Spoken Word: Sing We Now of Christmas

December 1, 2010 – 2:55 pm

Listen to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir as they celebrate Christmas with guest soloist Gladys Knight and the Orchestra at Temple Square.

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Music and the Spoken Word: The Spirit of Christmas

December 1, 2010 – 2:51 pm

Get in the spirit of Christmas with the world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir and their renditions of holiday favorites.

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The Nutcracker: Berlin State Opera Ballet

November 29, 2010 – 4:05 pm

Patrice Bart’s version of the classic Nutcracker tale is overflowing with dramatic twists and turns. The Berlin State Opera Ballet fills this production with vigor and graceful dance movements.

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A Renaissance Christmas

November 23, 2009 – 4:23 pm

Chicago’s celebrated Music of the Baroque Chorus and Brass presents the soaring sounds of the holiday season.

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Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker

November 29, 2010 – 4:03 pm

This is the U.S. television premiere of the Royal Ballet’s performance of the Nutcracker. In this very traditional production, filmed in HD, the role of Clara is played by Iohna Loots.

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San Juan Children’s Choir Presents: Siempre Navidad

November 17, 2009 – 1:40 pm

The San Juan Children’s Choir celebrates Christmas with music from around the world.

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A Sing-Off Christmas

December 5, 2011 – 11:07 am

In this special holiday episode, former contestants past and present come together to perform incredible a cappella versions of Christmas classics.

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Sounds of the Seasons: Christmas

November 23, 2009 – 3:28 pm

Enjoy the holidays with nonstop Christmas music! Perfect as a backdrop for holiday gatherings, wrapping gifts, decorating the tree or just chilling out.

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Tajci: A Christmas Broadcast Special

December 14, 2011 – 3:22 pm

The Croatian singer Tajci (Tatiana) performs a unique made-for-television Christmas musical concert.

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The World is Born: Christmas With the Louisville Chorus

November 17, 2009 – 1:52 pm

The Louisville Chorus celebrates the sounds of the season in this special presentation of Christmas favorites.

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The 13th Annual A Home for the Holidays

November 16, 2009 – 12:18 pm

Country superstar Martina McBride hosts and performs in this annual special that also includes moving performances by Justin Bieber, Mary J. Blige, Gavin DeGraw, OneRepublic and Christina Perri.

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White Christmas (1954)

December 9, 2009 – 3:09 pm

The holiday classic about two performers (Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye) who team on Christmas Eve to put on a show for the men’s former troop commander to help save his Vermont inn, which is about to go bankrupt due to lack of snow.

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The Word is Born: Christmas With the Louisville Chorus

December 1, 2010 – 11:14 am

The Louisville Chorus celebrates the sounds of the season in this special presentation of Christmas favorites. The choir performs in the historic Saint Martin of Tours Church in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Yule Log On Demand

December 15, 2010 – 3:38 pm

The HD Yule Log is back on many cable systems’ Free On Demand platforms, with a new twist this year — a 3D option.

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