This work provides a standardized musical arrangement of the traditional English carol for SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) vocal ensembles. David Willcocks, a renowned composer and choral conductor, utilizes his expertise in liturgical and traditional music to create a functional score. The arrangement is designed to support both accompanied and unaccompanied performance, offering flexibility for various choral settings and skill levels.

This arrangement is widely regarded as a standard in choral libraries for holiday repertoire. Conductors and musicians frequently cite the clarity and accessibility of the score for mixed-voice choirs.