This cantata presents the Christmas message with a fresh and powerful blending of familiar carols with new texts and tunes. Lloyd Larson and Douglas Wagner have turned to the theme of "Joy," a pervading theme throughout the Bible, with this wonderful cantata. With the orchestrations of Brant Adams, and the scripturally-based narration along with optional congregational participation, this is a truly joyous worship experience for the Christmas celebration! Performance time, approximately 35 minutes.