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Songs of Loudest Praise—arr. Derek K. Hakes.
This uplifting arrangement melds together two
melodies associated with the text Come Thou
Fount of Every Blessing.
WARRENTON makes
use of martellato and malleted accompaniment
patterns and is surrounded by a lyrical treatment of
NETTLETON. Well crafted and artistically successful!
10618115 3/7 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L4 5.50
l Standing on the Side of Love—Jason Shelton/
Rett Richards. This is an exciting arrangement of a
popular contemporary hymn that promotes justice
and equality for all. In keeping with the pop nature
of the original song this setting will and delight both
musician and listener and is well-suited for both
contemporary and traditional worship.
10883250 3 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
4 Steal Away, Swing Low—arr. Cathy Moklebust.
Two familiar spiritual hymns are combined to form
this arrangement which illustrates various portions of
texts referring to the Underground Railroad. Singing
bell, random ringing or malleting, and plucking or
malleting are the only special handbell techniques
used, along with the optional use of handchimes.
A slow, ethereal beginning and ending enclose the
various styles explored in between. This arrangement
will be usable at any time during the year.
10821631 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.50
l This is My Father's World—arr. Jason W.
Krug. Starting softly with echoes, Jason Krug's
arrangement of This Is My Father's World ascends
through three keys, each introducing a new take on
the melody. After arriving at a fortissimo climax, the
music gives way to a peaceful ending reminiscent
of the beginning. Equally appropriate for worship,
concert, and festival, this piece will be a welcome
challenge for ringers and delight for listeners.
10906714 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.50
This Is My Father's World—arr. Patricia
Hurlbutt. Patricia Hurlbutt's arrangement of
TERRA
BEATA takes the tune through various keys and
moods, providing ample interest for ringer and
listener alike. A delicate, duet-like opening gives
way to a chordal verse with fresh, unexpected
harmonies, followed by a verse featuring stopped
sounds. A final triumphant verse rounds out the
piece in glorious fashion. A great choice for any
time during the church year!
10757919 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
l This is the Day—Derek K. Hakes. This exciting
original work is perfect for festivals, concert, and
worship. The upbeat and rhythmic opening section
is followed by a lyrical and expressive middle
section, and ends with a return of the opening
material. Techniques include malleting, shakes,
and martellato. A guaranteed favorite for ringers
and audiences alike!
10906715 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.50
l This Joyous Celebration—Patrick Meyer. This
upbeat and bouncy original work, suitable for
worship or concert use. Set in a lilting six-eight time,
the melody moves throughout the ensemble, giving
all ringers the chance to shine. The middle section
introduces a countermelody in the high treble bells,
giving ensembles a chance to work on the balance
of parts and musicality. The closing verse returns to
the original key for its celebratory conclusion.
10907876 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
'Tis so Sweet to Trust in Jesus—Louisa Stead/
arr. Brenda Austin. This lively arrangement will
surely delight ringers and congregation members
alike. The setting of
TRUST IN JESUS is a terrific
teaching tool, particularly for martelatto, malleting,
LV, as well as syncopation. Optional 4-octave
handchimes will offer outstanding contrast along
with syncopated malleting on the final verse to
create a fun texture throughout.
10669502 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
l To Be Happy in Jesus—arr. Tammy Waldrop.
Bring some southern gospel energy to your worship
services with Tammy Waldrop's charming and fun
arrangement of Trust and Obey. Especially pertinent
to services with themes of faith and trust, this
piece will delight congregations and ringers alike.
Engaging and well crafted!
10906695 3/6 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
4 To God Be the Glory—Alan Lohr. This exuberant
piece expresses praise to God from the first note and
is a delight to play and hear. It is quickly paced and
uses accents to create a mixed-meter feel between
3/4 and 6/8. The middle section is slightly slower
and more lyrical, while the final section recalls the
opening before building to a triumphant finish.
10811546 4/6 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L4 5.50
Toccata on King's Weston—Ralph Vaughan
Williams/arr. Matthew Compton. True to a toccata,
this arrangement based on the tune
KING'S WESTON
flies along with fiery rhythms and continuous intensity
from beginning to end. The second stanza features
a unique twist where the tune is played both forward
and backward at the same time. Appropriate for
worship services, concerts, and festivals.
10604991 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 5.25
4 Trinity Fanfare—Alex Guebert. Alex Guebert's
knowledge of handbells comes shining through in
this exciting new original piece. Whether played by
3, 4, or 5 octaves of bells, this piece sounds full
and majestic and is easy to play. In no time at all,
your bell choir will sound wonderful in this Level
2-minus composition.
10810973 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l Two Hymns of Praise—arr. Michael Helman.
With no subdivision of the beat and only one bell
change, these arrangements keep within Level 1
parameters. For added flexibility, each piece has an
optional ending for a shorter version; the extended
versions also include stopped techniques for more
of a challenge. These are perfect for beginning
ringers of all ages!
10906716 2/3 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L1 5.50
4 Two Worship Songs—Various Composers. Linda
Scholes arranged two contemporary Christian songs
for small choirs: Amazing Grace (My Chains Are
Gone) and Come, People of the Risen King. Both
arrangements give your ringers opportunity to work
on various handbell techniques, including echo,
malleting, thumb damps, and martellato. These two
selections will become favorites of your congregation
and enhance any worship or concert experience.
10811594 2/3 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 5.95
Unending Praise—Michael Helman. Michael
Helman composed this creative, original work for
beginning ringers. The rondo form and various
techniques make it a terrific teaching piece. With
no key changes and limited bell changes, it is
accessible to most choirs.
10756884 2/3 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
10756886 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
l Voluntary on Aberystwyth—Terry Osman.
With a variety of associated texts, the Welsh tune
ABERYSTWYTH can be used at various times of
the church year, and Terry Osman's wonderful
arrangement will be your go-to edition. All ringers
share in the melodic material, and the eighth-
note accompaniment patterns will keep your
ringers engaged.
10811597 2/3 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
4 Walk in the Light—George D. Elderkin/arr. Anna
Laura Page. This arrangement is a spirited, gospel-
like setting that joins the tune We'll Walk in the Light
with Light of Mine, a traditional spiritual. Alternating
between sections of swung and even eighth notes,
this exuberant arrangement will be a favorite choice
for church, school and festival settings throughout
the year.
10907895 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
l What a Friend We Have in Jesus—arr. Terry
Osman. This lovely arrangement will be a prayerful
addition to any worship service. A good teaching
piece, as well, Terry Osman gives directors the
opportunity to instruct their intermediate-level
ensembles about table damping and preparing for
bell changes. Educational and a great ministry tool.
10906718 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
What Star Is This with Beams So Bright?—arr.
Karen Thompson. The tune
PUER NOBIS is found in
many hymnals with several different texts and titles.
Use whatever title best suits your needs for this
gleeful and grand arrangement. Ringers will enjoy
interesting harmonies coupled with their favorite
techniques as they romp through several stanzas
(mallets on and off the table, pluck, thumb damp,
martellato, swing, and LV) making this a fun and
useful piece.
10618480 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
When the Saints Go Marching In—Thomas
Gregory. A four note bass pattern played first as
quarter notes and later as eighth notes, propels
this joyful and moving arrangement of the famous
American Gospel hymn. Contrast occurs in the
middle before the joy returns in the closing
section. Fun bass mallet work, lively rhythms,
and wonderful countermelodies make this
arrangement a winner.
10756513 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Yesu Ananipenda—Cathy Moklebust. Yesu
Ananipenda, which means "Jesus loves me" in
Swahili, is a joyful, upbeat original composition.
The piece also includes the beloved Sunday
school song Jesus Loves Me by William Bradbury.
This African-flavored piece will be uplifting and
fun to play, with its varied rhythmic patterns, the
use of many handbell techniques, and the use
of African percussion instruments (djembes,
maracas, cabasa, and agogo bells). Yesu
Ananipenda is sure to be a delightful addition to
any worship or concert setting.
10668239 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 5.95
10668240 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . . . 14.95
Concert Music
Acclamation in G Minor—Karen Thompson.
This original piece, with its catchy, syncopated
rhythms, is your festival solution! With compatible
arrangements for choirs containing two to six
octaves of bells without bell changes, your ringers
can play this fun and dynamic piece incorporating
TD, RT and shakes, without tables or from memory
for greater impact in your next concert or service.
10490113 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
10490122 4/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
l Allegro Molto Appassionato—Mitchell Eithun.
This exciting arrangement of the first movement
Mendelssohn's famous Violin Concerto is sure to
bring some Romantic-era flair into your ensemble!
The main theme is punctuated by mallets in the
bass and lively sixteenth notes in the treble. The
middle section presents a beautiful major-key
theme on handchimes before returning to minor for
a roaring drive to the cadence.
10821621 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 5.50
l Bel Canto—Ronald Kauffmann. This piece
combines a beautiful melody with a sustained,
arpeggiated accompaniment. It moves through
two contrasting sections of increased activity
before returning, in arched form, to its principle lyric
theme. This expressive and introspective original
will be a welcome addition to concerts, festivals
and worship services.
10907898 4/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
l Clair de Lune—Claude Debussy/arr. William H.
Mathis. Master teacher, composer and conductor
Bill Mathis offers a lovely handbell setting of
Debussy's exquisite Clair de Lune. While the
notes are relatively easy, the piece offers great
teaching opportunities for playing sensitively and
expressively. A sensitive and thoughtful setting of
a classic!
10910450 4/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L4 5.50
l Contemplation—Jason W. Krug. Elegant,
expressive, and lyrical are just a few words
to describe this original work by Jason Krug.
Flowing melodic lines and extensive use of chimes
create a captivating, introspective composition.
Contemplation is an excellent selection for worship,
concert, or festival.
10906706 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
l Danse Festiva—Paul A. McKlveen. Here is an
original composition written with simple rhythms
and very few bell changes, allowing ringers to learn it
quickly. The faster tempo, changes in dynamic levels,
and frequent use of stopped sounds, provides energy
and excitement. This upbeat work is appropriate for
both church services and concert settings.
10907603 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
4 En Priere—Fred Gramann. This exquisite melody
was crafted by Gabriel Faure in 1890 to musically
express a prayerful poem by Stephan Bordse. This
lovely arrangement offers the flexibility of being
rung either as a handbell solo or duet. It will provide
a wonderful enhancement to worship services,
concerts, and other occasions. Reproducible
extracted parts for solo and duet ringers are included.
10821645 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.95
l English Suite—Michael Helman. This delightful
trio of tunes from Michael Helman are great
fun to play and hear, whether individually, or
played together as an entire suite. The stately
March throws in some exciting harmonies while
maintaining a steady, forward-moving tempo. The
delicate Air breathes life into a flowing, memorable
melody and makes effective use of handchimes.
The spirited Giga is a grand celebration in six-eight
time. Each movement also has alternate subtitles,
suitable for use in worship.
10907856 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.95
10907857 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.95
