Some carols are among the oldest musical compositions still sung. At first listen, the Wexford Carol sounds reliably old and medieval in its construction. Its verses conventionally and joyfully ...

Hear ancient harmonies from Trio Medieval, carols from the Riga Dom Boys Choir, and a rare Christmas song by Sibelius, from Finland's YL Choir. The Pittsburgh Brass unpacks a pair of 500-pound bells ...

It's something that is now such a commonplace and integral part of the holiday season that you've likely never thought to question it. But why do we sing festive carols at Christmastime? The simple ...