Voicing: SATB a cappella
Duration: 2' 25"
 
This is probably Ian’s most frequently performed piece. In this lively 6/8 setting, Ian explores a macaronic 15th-century text ('A Patre Unigenitus/Through a maiden is come'), with its exclamations of 'Eya!' reinforcing festive celebration.
 
Featuring modal harmonies and energetic rhythms, this carol promises to be a fresh, uplifting, and accessible addition to any Christmas programme.
 
There are lots of great performances of this carol on the web, including this one from River Bluff High School.