A mysterious opening with optional narration begins this wonderful anthem from the pen of Pepper Choplin. A quiet yearning is followed by increasing excitement for the coming of the Christ child as voices and accompaniment reflect a mood of anticipation. The final strains burst into an exhilarating choral exhortation of "Emmanuel. Come!" (From the cantata "Lead Me Back to Bethlehem," SATB—65/2029L; SAB—65/2030L.)
Instrumentation: Fl, Ob (sub Cl), Cl, opt. Bsn (sub B Cl), Hn (sub A Sax), Perc, Timp, Pno, 2 Vln, Vla, Cello, Bass, Digital String Reduction

Voicing: Orch,Cond Score