Choral (SATB) SKU: HL.1414569
Arranged by Joseph M. Martin. Shawnee Sacred. Advent, Christmas, Christmas/Advent Sacred. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 235 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.1414569). UPC: 196288197157. 6.75x10.5 inches. Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 8:8.
There is a heavy yet hopeful longing in this anthem. Set to the solemn minor-key melody of a Russian folk song, this plea for God to send a Redeemer is full of rich harmonic writing. Brief in length, this selection is appropriate for both Advent and Lessons and Carols services.