This publication provides a specific musical arrangement of the traditional carol 'Ding Dong Merrily on High' designed for SATB unaccompanied performance. The Oxford University Press editorial team presents this score to offer choral ensembles a technically challenging and stylistically varied interpretation of the classic holiday work. The arrangement utilizes a blend of traditional choral textures and intentional musical dissonance to create a distinct performance experience.

Choral directors and performers frequently note the technical demands required to execute the arrangement's rapid shifts between traditional and dissonant textures. Experts highlight this score as a specialized selection for advanced ensembles seeking to incorporate humor and complexity into their holiday repertoire.