Originally published in Bob Chilcott Anthems 1, this setting of the well-known text is uplifting in spirit, with flowing melodies and a supportive organ accompaniment. It is also available in a version with piano accompaniment, and an orchestral accompaniment, scored for 1.1.2.0-2.0.0.0-hp-str, is available on hire.

The well-known movement from Bach’s Advent cantata was first performed in Leipzig in 1731, and rearranged here for solo violin by Kathy and David Blackwell. The first line translates literally as “Awake, the voice is calling us”, an invitation to heed the coming of Christ. Originally published in Bach for Violin.