IN THE BLEAK MIDWINTER by Gustav Theodore - St Luke’s Catholic Choir

“In the Bleak Midwinter” is a tender and contemplative Christmas carol that reflects on the humble yet profound mystery of Christ’s birth. The poignant lyrics, written by Christina Rossetti in 1872, depict a stark winter landscape as a metaphor for the world’s need for a Savior. Set to the serene and evocative tune Cranham by Gustav Holst, the melody enhances the quiet beauty and introspection of Rossetti’s words.