In composing "O Come, Emmanuel," I sought to evoke the feeling of a desolate desert, capturing the profound sense of anticipation for a Savior. The opening measures feature the raw, open strings of the cello, while the low, understated tones of the piano ground the piece in somber depth. The soprano entrance portrays a distant voice crying out in the wilderness, and as the full choir enters, I aimed to create choral parts that embody the timeless hope and yearning echoing through generations, striving to tell the story of longing throughout the ages.