Christmas Music

William Henry Fry, an influential critic, composer and Philadelphian, had a point to make with 'Santa Claus: A Christmas Symphony,' which premiered in 1853. Concert audiences loved it; others, not so much.

Pianist Christian Sands shares music from his new record, Christmas Stories. We'll hear tales of his childhood in snowy Connecticut, the ultimate Christmas party music and an exclusive song.

The holidays are upon us, and so are the holiday tunes. Who better to join us than a pair of sublime vocalists with soulful new Christmas albums, Gregory Porter and Samara Joy?

Two new works distinguished The Crossing's 2022 Christmas concert, which WRTI is proud to broadcast on Christmas Eve, from 4 to 6 p.m ET.

A compilation of popular holiday tracks from across Louis Armstrong's recording career, 'Louis Wishes You a Cool Yule' is his highest-charting album since Hello Dolly in 1964.

Where can you find the most delightful music for the most wonderful time of the year? On WRTI, of course! A sleighful of yuletide favorites are on their way to bring joy and cheer to your holiday season.

Celebrate the holidays with drummer Matt Wilson and his festive holiday group the Christmas Tree-O from Dizzy's Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.

As she wraps up a world-beating year, Samara Joy is embarking on a holiday tour with the McLendon Family, which reaches Ardmore Music Hall on Dec. 21. She spoke with WRTI about her Philly roots, her family legacy, and what it means to be home for Christmas.

This year's edition of A Jazz Piano Christmas concert features José André, Bob Thompson and Hiromi.

'Make It Merry,' which arrives in the midst of a 23-city tour, is Harry Connick, Jr.'s fourth Christmas album. He talked about the message and mechanics of his whole holiday enterprise with WRTI's Nate Chinen.