Publisher Desc.  If you are a searching for a different way to present your special Christmas music this year, consider the performance possibilities in God's Promise. The presentation may be given as a traditional cantata, a dramatized pageant, or with tableaus that are ingenious as your imagination allows. New music in a great variety of styles is coupled with familiar carols and seasonal hymns including COME THOU LONG EXPECTED JESUS, JOY TO THE WORLD, SHEPHERDS SHAKE OFF YOUR DROWSY SLEEP, LO HOW A ROSE EER BLOOMING, and THOU DIDSTLEAVE THY THRONE. Readings from scripture and a colorful narrative illuminate the age-old Christmas story. Both SATB and SAB versions of this vibrant work are available, and they include optional parts for organ, chimes, handbells, and Flute or C-instrument. Duration is approx. 40 min.