Composed by Jay Rouse. Choral. Crossings Worship Series. Sacred Anthem, Christmas. Octavo. Medallion Music #10/5739MD. Published by Medallion Music (LO.10-5739MD).
ISBN 9780787777883.
The traditional carol, THE FIRST NOWELL, has been given a modern treatment by arranger Jay Rouse. Choir-driven, the anthem begins simply as it expands in texture. Creative and expertly executed modulations and key changes give this arrangement direction and ever-developing energy as it arrives at its climactic and powerful ending.
