Based on a poem by Julia H. Scott (1809-1842) this original choral expresses the beauty of seeing the first snow of the winter season. Gorgeous piano writing supporting full harmonic loveliness truly depicts the sights and sounds of a winter scene. Based on a poem by Julia H. Scott (1809-1842) this original choral expresses the beauty of seeing the first snow of the winter season. Gorgeous piano writing supporting full harmonic loveliness truly depicts the sights and sounds of a winter scene.