Zachary Steele’s arrangement Veni, Emmanuel! re-imagines the familiar medieval French melody (often known as O Come, O Come, Emmanuel) with fresh rhythmic and harmonic twists. 

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Here are some of its standout features:

It alternates between Latin and English texts, which brings both tradition and accessibility to the piece.

Steele incorporates compound meter, syncopation and moments of mild dissonance, using texture and rhythm to keep singers engaged and listeners intrigued. 

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Although there is an a cappella core, there is provision for simple percussion (e.g. djembe or drum) to add subtle support. 

 

Overall, its style balances reverence for the Advent hymn’s history with modern choral updates — making it both approachable for young or developing choirs and satisfying for more accomplished ones.

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Arranged for 2 voices.

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Track list includes:

Full mix
Part 1 dominant
Part 2 dominant