These exquisite words of Christina Rossetti (1830–1894) have been a favorite of many composers and choirs; David Shove does not disappoint with his contribution.
The setting is mostly homophonic for clarity of the text, with occasional repetitions and augmentation on the words “love divine.”
Wonderful!

Series:

Christmas

Accompaniment:

Reduction

Pages:

8

Liturgical/Seasonal:

Christmas Eve

Language:

English