Sky Arts HD Saturday

A performance of the opera

The couple seek out their favourite seasonal birds, with a special focus on the waxwing, whose festive headgear, berry-eating diet and community spirit sum up the festive period

A Christmas concert by the violinist, featuring sumptuously festive performances of White Christmas, Hallelujah and Jingle Bells

First World War musical, comprising satirical sketches following soldiers on the front line. Directed by Richard Attenborough, and starring Ralph Richardson and Laurence Olivier

Exploring festive themes featured in novels and poems written by authors including Charles Dickens, Hans Christian Andersen, Kenneth Grahame, JM Barrie and JRR Tolkien

Ian Nathan explores festive favourites, delving into the trials and triumphs behind the films, beginning with The Muppet Christmas Carol from 1992

Gary Williams, Julia Sullivan and Ben Holder join the orchestra for a concert of festive classics including Jingle Bells and Santa Claus Is Coming to Town

The author and broadcaster explores the origins of the uniquely British form of musical comedy, with contributions from panto veterans including Julian Clary and Gary Wilmot

The choir and orchestra of the English National Opera perform Britain's best-loved carols, as voted by the public, while famous faces reveal their own personal favourites

A profile of the band, with members Boy George, Roy Hay, Mikey Craig and Jon Moss talking about the personal relationships behind the scenes

The origins and legacy of Richard O'Brien's cult musical, with contributions from the cast and crew of the 1975 film including Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and O'Brien

Former Hole and Smashing Pumpkins bassist Melissa Auf der Maur deconstructs the basslines that defined her career, and shares the music that shaped her playing style

A 1986 concert by the musician at the South Bank's Festival Gardens

Documentary about a previously unknown album by the singer-songwriter, who was one of the most gifted vocalists and musiciand of her generation

Music critics discuss the life and career of the Canadian singer-songwriter, known for his poetic lyrics in songs including Bird on the Wire and Hallelujah

Music critics discuss the history of the American psychedelic rock band, who had hits with Light My Fire, Riders on the Storm and Hello, I Love You