Taken from Psalm 89, the refrain is set for congregation, with verses 1 and 2 in unison for cantor or choir and later verses set chorally- verse 3 is SAATB, a cappella. The musical style resembles plainchant; the fluid melody sings naturally and serves the text well. This Communion Antiphon for Chrismas Mass is an award-winning composition with the Conference of Roman Catholic Cathedral Musicians. A solo instrument part may be played by a C or B-flat instrument.