Familiar melodies appear in several movements . . . and these tunes are frequently found in the unison treble choir part, making this an accessible larger work for beginning treble choirs . . . The arrangement follows the Nativity narrative in its arc, and Chilcott has indicated suggested Biblical readings to come between each movement, making the work a self-contained service of lessons and carols. The music itself occupies a space of roughly 23 minutes, making it an excellent length for extended preludes. Each movement is also autonomous, thus providing the additional option of excepting carols as anthems. The musical language adheres more to Chilcott's typical ecclesiastical vein, eschewing his penchant for more pop-oriented harmonies and rhythms. As with all of his works, the voice parts are interesting without being particularly challenging, and the total effect is attractive without pandering. Jason Overall, Journal of the Association of Anglican Musicians, November 19