This choral arrangement of the classic hymn is scored for SATB(B) choir with descant and organ. Of medium difficulty, it showcases the full choir: verse 2 is for three-part men’s choir, verse 3 is SA, and verse 4 is a cappella SATB. Kingsbury’s skillful part-writing highlights the triumphant traditional text, underscored by an expressive upward modulation to verse 5 for the introduction of the descant. For use during Advent or the Solemnity of Christ the King, this arrangement is compatible with the version of this hymn text found in OCP’s missals and hymnals.
