Belief in and practice of magic has been present since the earliest Human cultures and continues to have an important spiritual, religious, and medicinal role in many cultures today.

Throughout history, there have been examples of individuals who practiced magic and referred to themselves as magicians. Magic is one of the most heavily theorized concepts in the study of religion.

A wizard is someone who uses or practices magic derived from supernatural or occult sources.

Wizards are common figures in works of fantasy, such as fantasy literature and role-playing games, and enjoy a rich history in mythology, legends, fiction, and folklore.

A very famous magician, wizard is Santa, the legendary figure originating in Western Christian culture who is said to bring gifts to the homes of well-behaved children on Christmas Eve (24 December) and the early morning hours of Christmas Day (25 December).

During the 2004 Christmas season, electrical engineer Carson Williams set up a Christmas light show in the front yard, driveway, windows, and roof of his house. It took him about two months and 16,000 lights.

His notability suddenly increased when a popular clip was widely circulated on the Internet showing a recording of one of his shows from 2004, accompanied by the track Wizards in Winter by the Trans-Siberian Orchestra.