This piece was requested by the South Derbyshire Music Centre in tribute to their founder: Philip. Over several decades, young people had access to high quality music-making through his stewardship. Spean was his favourite Christmas carol and when considering a piece in his honour, it was the obvious choice of everyone.

Letter D incorporates a decant by Sara Kimber, written at Philip's request.

The music is by Frederick Bridge (1844-1924) and commonly associated with the words:

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