Scottish musician, Thomas Oliphant, wrote the words to what traditional Christmas, yuletide, and New Years' carol?
Thomas Oliphant (lyricist): Thomas Oliphant (1799–1873) was a Scottish musician, artist and author whose works were well known in their day. Thomas Oliphant (lyricist):  Oliphant wrote the words to "Deck the Hall(s) with Boughs of Holly". Deck the Halls: "Deck the Halls" or "Deck the Hall" (which is the original version of the lyrics) is a traditional Christmas, yuletide, and New Years' carol.
Deck the Halls