This glorious festival hymn can be played by handbells alone, or in conjunction with organ, brass, timpani, SATB choir and congregation. It begins with a fanfare introduction, followed the choir accompanied by the bells and organ only. The brass and timpani join in on the third stanza for a march-like feel, featuring a malleted or plucked bass line in the handbells. A fanfare interlude precedes the soaring soprano descant in the final majestic verse. A brief choral "Amen" concludes this perfect choice for worship, concert or festival use.