This cantata is the outcome of a request and is an easy arrangement of movements of Messiah for use in school near to Christmas. The movements selected are all taken from Part One of Messiah but the order has been slightly changed to group them as a cantata. Arranged for Two-Part Chorus by Watkins Shaw. Duration c. 20 mins

Handel's setting of the text I Know That My Redeemer Liveth is from his great Oratorio Messiah edited by Henry Geehl for 2-part upper voices.

Uses: AdventScripture: Luke 1:26-38; Isaiah 7:10-14; Matthew 1:18-24A rich soulful melody enhances the air of mystery and wonder in this expressive anthem for Advent. Written in a minor key thepiece prayerfully asks “when will You come to us?” The well-crafted piece also incorporates the beloved hymn O Come O Come Emmanuel that heightens the sense of yearning for the coming of the Messiah.Available separately: Unison/2-Part Treble CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:47