A cappella Publisher Desc.  How can a composer dare to reinvent Mendelssohn's classic setting of this carol? This fresh look at the carol 'brought the house down' when first performed by four soloists from a local opera company. A lullaby like rocking melody has melting moments of sonorous harmonization. Written to be easily accessible to a choir learning to explore four part singing, it has a haunting tenderness and beauty that is perfect for your Christmas service.