Back in the late 1800s Christina Rossetti wrote a long poem, “In the Bleak Midwinter,” and then later Gustav Holst (of The Planets fame) wrote a melody that is usually associated with the piece. Though occasionally found in some hymnals, the song is not as familiar as other Christmas carols. Here is a short version, with my friend Ilze Akerbergs playing the wonderful guitar interlude. Happy Winter Solstice.