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Away in a Manger—arr. Derek K. Hakes.
Using both familiar tunes of this Christmas
carol, this setting is especially appropriate for
those ensembles needing a simple yet musically
expressive holiday piece. Close attention to the LV
passages and dynamics creates a depth of artistry
beyond the simplicity of the piece.
11346943 2-3 Octave w/opt. 2-3 oct.
Handchimes, C instr. . . . . L2 5.25
11346942 Full Score & Parts . . . . . . L2 9.95
Bethlehem Pastorale—arr. Karen Lakey
Buckwalter. The hymn tune
FOREST GREEN is
delicately woven with J.S. Bach's Sheep May
Safely Graze in this gorgeous arrangement. Replete
with unexpected and bold harmonies, the piece
provides a challenge for advanced ensembles and
constant aural interest for listeners. A lovely choice
for anytime during the Advent or Christmas.
11202853 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L4 4.95
Carol of the Bells—Mykola Leontovych/arr. Alex
Guebert. A new twist on the beloved Christmas
carol, this arrangement is fierce and holds
nothing back. Yet it is accessible and not overly
complicated to pull off. Replete with thrilling twists
and turns, including an unexpected brilliant major-
key section, this version of the Christmas classic is
an absolute showstopper.
11204323 3-7 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.50
Carols of Christmas—arr. Linda Scholes. This
wonderful and flexible arrangement sparkles with
joy as it moves through five beloved Christmas
carols. While this may be a stand-alone handbell
piece, a melody line with words is included making
it useful to accompany caroling. If a shorter piece is
needed, simply add a fermata over the final chord
of any of the carols. Carols are: O Come, All Ye
Faithful; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; Away in a
Manger; Silent Night and Joy to the World. This very
festive setting is a sure winner in any Christmas
service or concert.
11205017 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.50
The Cherry Tree Carol—arr. Sondra K. Tucker.
Combining The Cherry Tree Carol with Angels We
Have Heard on High, this cheerful, joyous setting is
ideal for ushering in the Christmas season.
11204319 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.25
l Christ Is Born Today—Michael Helman. This
medley of five popular Christmas carols (GLORIA,
SUSSEX CAROL, IN DULCI JUBILO, W ZLOBIE LEZY
and
UN FLAMBEAU, JEANNETTE, ISABELLE) is sure to delight
and intrigue ringers and listeners alike. Varying
styles, textures, and techniques keep each tune
interesting while providing ensembles a chance
to stretch their musicality. A beautiful choice for
worship or concert use this Christmas season.
11347758 3-6 Octave w/opt.
3-7 oct. Handchimes . . . . L3 5.95
Come, All Ye Shepherds—arr. Mitchell Eithun.
From a quiet beginning, this arrangement moves
into a driving and rhythmic rendition of the carol
tune
KOMMET IHR HIRTEN. The middle section is more
reflective, with optional chimes and suspended
mallets providing soothing contrast before the
piece returns to the original energy. A great piece
for Christmas service or concert.
11202922 3-6 Octave w/opt.
3-7 oct Handchimes . . . L3+ 5.50
l Coventry Carol—arr. Jason W. Krug. This simple,
haunting arrangement of the beloved Christmas
hymn will enchant audiences and ringers alike.
A delicate opening grows in intensity with each
successive verse before giving way to a quiet
conclusion. Keyboard and bells work together
throughout for an effective, thoughtful presentation.
11346947 2-3 Octave w/ Keyboard . L2 5.25
11346946 Full Score & Parts . . . . . . L2 9.95
l
Fantasy on a Bavarian Carol—arr. John A.
Behnke. This arrangement blends a Bavarian
Christmas carol, Ich lag und schlief, with the well-
known classic carol Silent Night. Two timbres are
heard as both bells and chimes have opportunity
to play. There is also an option to add a string
orchestra (four or five players) to this arrangement
for a beautiful Christmas concert piece. The full
score with orchestral parts is also available.
11341716 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2 3.95
11341717 Full Score & Parts . . . . . . . . . 39.95
l Fantasy on Winchester—William Bryan Kyle.
Suitable for Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, or
general use, this clever arrangement combines the
tunes
WINCHESTER OLD and WINCHESTER NEW. A set
of variations blends the two tunes. The piece begins
quietly, moves into intricate rhythmic layers, and
ends triumphantly. While there are bell switches
within several parts, there are no shared bells.
11347544 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.25
l
The First Noel—arr. John A. Behnke. This
absolutely beautiful yet easy arrangement of this
Christmas favorite has no bell changes, so tables
are not necessary. Two bells and a music stand
and you can play it anywhere you wish. Who says
music has to be hard to be beautiful? Enjoy this
lovely piece.
11332804 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2 3.95
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Gaudete—John A. Behnke. Gaudete literally
means rejoice in Latin and is a sacred Christmas
carol that was thought to have been composed
in the 16th century. The 3rd Sunday of Advent
is sometimes called Gaudete Sunday. This
arrangement combines the Gaudete chant with
another hymn of joy, that being Joy to the World,
which bursts forth at the end of the piece. The
piece is lively and spirited and uses LV and mixed
meter throughout. Perfect for Advent and Christmas
services and concerts.
11332998 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . L3+ 3.95
l Gentle Mary Laid Her Child—arr. Brian
Childers. This setting of
TEMPUS ADEST FLORIDUM
utilizes a variety of textures, syncopations, time
signatures, and techniques to provide rhythmic
interest throughout. This piece is exciting and a
nice challenge for your handbell groups.
11346965 2-3 Octave
w/opt. Flute and Oboe . . .L3- 5.25
11346964 Full Score & Parts . . . . .L3- 14.95
Gesu Bambino—Pietro Yon/arr. Sondra K.
Tucker. This classic Christmas song begins quietly,
almost like a music box, with delicate, arpeggiated
inner voices, then swells to a full exclamation of joy
before ending as quietly as it begins.
11203418 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.25
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Gloucestershire Wassail—Patricia Hurlbutt.
This arrangement of a lesser-known English carol
is a true delight to both ring and hear! Featuring
numerous key changes and a wide variety of
techniques, each iteration of the tune is cast in a
new and unexpected light, keeping things fresh
throughout. A fantastic choice for intermediate
ensembles looking for a little bit of a stretch!
11347692 2-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
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Go Tell It on the Mountain—arr. Linda R. Lamb.
This arrangement of a favorite Christmas spiritual
provides a lot of variety for the smaller handbell
choir. Filled with stopped-bell sounds, a lovely
chime middle verse, and lots of syncopation, the
music will motivate listeners to tell the good news!
11348370 2-3 Octave w/opt
2-3 octave Handchimes . . L3 4.25
Go, Tell It on the Mountain—arr. Ron Mallory.
This take on a favorite Christmas spiritual is a
lively, jazzy affair that is sure to have everyone's
toes tapping!
11205009 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen—arr. John
A. Behnke. Christmas songs God Rest Ye Merry,
Gentlemen and Fum, Fum, Fum are combined
in what will become an audience favorite. The
bell part stands alone as a fine arrangement, but
adding the optional string orchestra or organ will
really enhance the piece. For that holiday pops or
Christmas concert, this exciting arrangement will be
a surefire hit!
11193094 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
11193095 Full Score & Organ/Keyboard
& String Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.95
Good Christian Friends, Rejoice—arr. Cathy
Moklebust. Rejoice! Here is a delightful, easy
arrangement of the Christmas hymn
IN DULCI
JUBILO
for handbells or handchimes. Optional parts
for triangle or finger cymbals, tambourine, and
drum are included. LV is the only technique, and
styles range from full and chordal to waltz-like and
delicate. A nice addition for the beginning choir's
Christmas or holiday program.
11202931 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L1 4.95
11202932 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L1 4.95
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing—arr. Kevin
McChesney. Some unusual harmonic twists and
turns set this arrangement of the Christmas carol
MENDELSSOHN apart from other handbell settings.
The rating makes it accessible to choirs of differing
abilities, from those looking to step up their game
to more advanced groups looking for music to work
up quickly. It is sure to be a winning choice for both.
11205006 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 4.25
He Is Born—arr. Alex Guebert. The exciting
arrangement of the traditional carol tune
IL EST NE
offers the flexibility of a wide tempo range. Inner
moving lines add sparkle, as do mart and mallet
accents. The piece drives to an exciting conclusion
which will awe and delight your holiday audience.
Editions are compatible.
11202936 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L3+ 5.50
11202937 4-7 Octave . . . . . . . . . . L3+ 5.50
l He Is Born, How Great Our Joy!—Brenda E.
Austin. The carols How Great Our Joy, He Is Born,
the Holy Child, and Joy to the World are deftly
combined in this festive medley celebrating the
birth of the Christ child. Featuring unexpected
key changes and harmonies, various stopped
techniques, and sharp dynamic contrasts, this is a
great choice for the Advent or Christmas season!
11347696 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Here We Come A-Caroling—arr. Linda R. Lamb.
A challenging and entertaining piece for your Advent
or Christmas program, the traditional Wassail Song
is presented here in a buoyant and lighthearted
arrangement for smaller, experienced groups.
11162254 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day—arr. Jason
W. Krug. A joyous bell peal leads to the first iteration
of the theme before moving into a more flowing verse
accompanied by delicate mallets on treble handbells.
Each verse depicts one of the verses of Longfellow's
poem, ending with final triumphant lyrics "Then
pealed the bells more loud and deep/ God is not
dead, nor doth he sleep..." An exciting and beautiful
addition to your holiday worship or concert.
11204317 3-7 Octave w/opt.
3-4 oct. Handchimes . . . . L3 5.75
I Saw Three Ships—arr. Sondra K. Tucker. This
light-hearted arrangement is a delight for both
audience and ringer. The original English tune is
interwoven with echos of sea shanty melodies and
original material. The flute part, while optional, adds
to the lively, dance-like character. Flute and bodran
parts are available separately.
11161783 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.50
11161784 Instrumental Parts Flute . . . . . . 4.50
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Christmas for Four Ringers—
arr. Anna Laura Page.
11202963 2 Octave 8 bells, Reproducible L2 54.95
Glory to the Newborn King—
Various Composers.
10618486 3 Octave opt. keyboard -
reproducible. . . . . . . . . . . L2-L2+ 44.95
Keep It Simple - Carols for Christmas—
Lloyd Larson.
10090259 2 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 14.95
Glory in the Highest—arr. Anna Laura Page.
10907920 3 Octave Reproducible. . . . . L2+ 54.95
12 Bells in F: Christmas Hymns—
arr. Bill Ingram.
11102344 3 Octave 3-6 Ringers . . . . . . . . L2 6.95
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