(sparks chiming) (happy music) - [Tony] I'm Lieutenant General Tony Bauernfeind, Superintendent of the United States Air Force Academy, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

- [John] And I'm Chief Master Sergeant John Alsvig, Command Chief at the academy.

- [Tony] As we celebrate this holiday season and look forward to a new year, we are reminded of the rich history and heritage of our Air Force and how we stand on the shoulders of giants of those who paved the way for us.

- [John] Since before the Air Force's founding in 1947, air power was a powerful tool in our nation's defense.

The Air Force Academy has produced airmen and now guardians who've served with honor in every conflict since the first graduating class of 1959.

- [Tony] At the Academy, we continue to develop war fighters, leaders, and critical thinkers to lead our nation's Air Force and Space Force in defense of our great nation.

- [John] As a tribute to our military members and their families, we present this holiday production, performed by our talented airmen in the Air Force Academy Band.

Our band was established in 1955 to showcase excellence and professionalism while promoting morale and inspiring patriotism and service.

- [Tony] Let us also remember those wearing our nation's uniform and their families who continue to serve around the world to preserve our freedom while reassuring our partners and allies of our nation's commitment to our shared interests.

- [John] Whatever family traditions you celebrate, we hope this year's show brings you some holiday spirit and joy.

- [Tony] As our gift to you, we invite you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the Holly and Ivy concert from our very own Air Force Academy Band, the greatest band in the land.

On behalf of all the cadets, faculty, and staff at the United States Air Force Academy, happy holidays.

(festive music) (solemn music) (sparks chiming) (jazz music begins) ♪ Mary, did you know that your baby boy ♪ ♪ Would one day walk on water ♪ Mary, did you know ♪ That your baby boy would save our sons and daughters ♪ ♪ Did know that your baby boy ♪ Has come to make you new ♪ The child that you delivered will soon deliver you ♪ ♪ Mary, did you know ♪ That your baby boy would give sight to a blind man ♪ ♪ Mary, did you know that your baby boy ♪ ♪ Would calm a storm with his hands ♪ ♪ Did you know that your baby boy ♪ ♪ Has walked where angels trod ♪ When you kiss your little baby ♪ ♪ You kiss the face of God ♪ Mary, did you know (jazz music continues) (jazz music continues) ♪ The blind will see, the deaf will hear ♪ ♪ The dead will live again ♪ The lame will leap, the dumb will speak ♪ ♪ The praises of the lamb ♪ Yeah ♪ Mary did you know ♪ That your baby boy is lord of all creation ♪ ♪ Mary, did you know ♪ That your baby boy would one day rule all nations ♪ ♪ Did you know that your baby boy ♪ ♪ Is heaven's perfect lamb ♪ The child that you are holding ♪ ♪ Is the great I Am (vocalist scatting) (audience applauding) - My name is Mateo Prusky.

(light music begins) I'm a member of the class of 2027 at the Air Force Academy.

I'm from San Rosa, California and I came to the Air Force Academy because I wanted to serve my country and I want to be with people who want to serve theirs.

- Hello, my name is Caleb Craddock and I'm just here to wish you guys a happy holidays from your United States Air Force Academy.

(light music continues) (solemn music) (sparks chiming) (whimsical music begins) (whimsical music continues) (whimsical music continues) (whimsical music continues) (rhythmic music) (whimsical music) (calm music) (audience applauding) - My name is Mateo Prusky, and I would like to wish you a happy holidays from your United States Air Force Academy.

(light music) (calm music) (sparks chiming) (energetic jazz music begins) (energetic jazz music continues) (energetic jazz music continues) (energetic jazz music continues) (energetic jazz music continues) (energetic jazz music continues) (energetic jazz music continues) (energetic jazz music continues) (energetic jazz music continues) - Hello everyone.

My name's Caleb Craddock and I'm from a small town called Okanagan, Washington.

I came to the Air Force Academy to take advantage of all the amazing opportunities that are offered and to develop my mind, body, and spirit.

(light music) (calm music) (sparks chiming) (gentle music begins) (gentle music continues) (gentle music continues) (happy music begins) (happy music continues) (subdued music begins) (subdued music continues) (energetic music) (dramatic music) (jazz music begins) (jazz music continues) (dramatic music) (chill music begins) (chill music continues) (chill music continues) (energetic music begins) (energetic music continues) (dramatic music begins) (audience applauding) (dramatic music continues) (dramatic music continues) (joyful music) (audience cheering and applauding) (light music) (exciting music) ♪ The holly and the ivy when they are both full grown ♪ ♪ Of all the trees that are in the wood ♪ ♪ The holly bears the crown ♪ The holly and the ivy when they are both full grown ♪ ♪ The holly bears the crown ♪ The holly and the ivy when they are both full grown ♪ ♪ Of all the trees that are in the wood ♪ ♪ The holly bears the crown ♪ The holly and the ivy ♪ The holly bears the crown ♪ The holly and the ivy ♪ When they are both full grown ♪ ♪ Of all the trees that are in the wood ♪ ♪ The holly bears the crown ♪ The holly and the ivy ♪ When they are both full grown ♪ ♪ Of all the trees that are in the wood ♪ ♪ The rising of the sun ♪ The holly and the ivy ♪ And the running of the deer ♪ The holly wears the crown ♪ Of all the trees that are in ♪ The wood ♪ The ivy, the ivy, the ivy ♪ The ivy ♪ The ivy, the ivy, the ivy ♪ The holly wears the crown