"The Wassail Bowl," printed in The Illustrated London News on Dec. 22, 1860. Going door to door and offering a song or performance in exchange for a drink or money is a centuries-old English custom.

‘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, ...

Hear the Monadnock Chorus Chamber Singers as they sing “The Holly Bears the Crown” on Saturday at 3 p.m. at Plowshare Farm. The event is free and open to the public. The singers will perform a program ...