PBS SoCal holiday music Dec. 23 and 24

HIGHLIGHTS ON PBS SOCAL

FOR WEEK OF DECEMBER 18-24


Friday, Dec. 23, 9 p.m. – “Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Featuring David Archuleta and Michael York” – PREMIERE

Rejoice in the sounds of the holiday season with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir as they perform popular Christmas classics alongside “American Idol” finalist David Archuleta and Grammy® Award nominee Michael York.



Saturday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. – “National Christmas Tree Lighting 2011” – PREMIERE

Viewers will take part in the annual holiday tradition celebrated at our nation’s capital. Festivities to be featured include the illumination of the National Christmas Tree followed by musical performances and a message from President Obama.



PBS SoCal Christmas Programming Schedule for December 24

· Saturday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. – “National Christmas Tree Lighting 2011”

· Saturday, Dec. 24, 7 p.m. – “Lawrence Welk Show”

· Saturday, Dec. 24, 8 p.m. – “LA Holiday Celebration 2010”

· Saturday, Dec. 24, 9 p.m. – “LA Holiday Celebration 2011”

· Saturday, Dec. 24, 10 p.m. – “LA Holiday Celebration 2009”

· Saturday, Dec. 24, 11 p.m. – “Trans-Siberian Orchestra: Ghosts of Christmas Eve”



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