Composer and Original Performer
"This Is Halloween" was written by Danny Elfman for the 1993 stop-motion film The Nightmare Before Christmas. Elfman also provided the singing voice for Jack Skellington, the character who introduces the song. The track was recorded with the film's voice cast, including Catherine O'Hara and Ken Page.
Recording and Production Details
The song was recorded at several studios in California during the early 1990s. Elfman composed the orchestration and arranged the vocals to match the film's dark, playful tone. The production team, led by director Henry Selick and producer Tim Burton, integrated the music into the movie's narrative structure.
Release and Label Information
The song was released as part of the official film soundtrack published by Walt Disney Records. The soundtrack album features the original cast performances and has remained in print through multiple reissues. For more details on the soundtrack and composer credits, you can visit the AllMusic soundtrack page.
