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129 Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 / w: jwpepper.com / e: satisfaction@jwpepper.com Go to cart HANDBELL MUSIC Handbell Music for Advent e Advent Anticipation—Karissa Dennis. Ring in the season with this joyous medley. The use of stopped techniques and optional handchimes add interest and excitement, making it the perfect piece for any Advent worship service or concert. 10756844 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95 4 Anthem on ABERYSTWYTH—Robert James Lamb. Haunting and lovely, the arrangement of this Welsh tune will challenge the musicality of your ensemble. A delicate, exposed opening statement of the theme gives way to a flowing variation set over an ostinato harmonic pattern. A final, more turbulent verse follows before the piece fades away to an unresolved conclusion. Familiar texts for this tune are Watchman, Tell Us of the Night and Jesus, Lover of My Soul. This piece is effective for Advent or any service of reflection. 11101044 3/6 Octave & 3/6 octaves handchimes . . L3 4.50 Come and Adore—Various Composers. This charming reproducible collection features easy Advent and Christmas arrangements playable on either handbells or handchimes. Come and Adore will be a wonderful resource for developing choirs as well as for more experienced groups needing music they can learn quickly. Contents: Ave Maria; Gentle Mary Laid Her Child (Good King Wenceslas); Go, Tell It on the Mountain; God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen; Jesus, Jesus, Rest Your Head; Long Ago, Prophets Knew (On This Day Earth Shall Ring) and Once in Royal David's City. 10618601 2/3 Octave Reproducible. . . . . . . L1-1+ 39.95 10618602 3/5 Octave Reproducible. . . . . . . L1-1+ 39.95 Come, O Come, Emmanuel—arr. Lloyd Larson. This engaging medley embodies the mystery and joy of the Advent season. Requiring minimal rehearsal time, this piece sounds more challenging than it is, all the while remaining within Level 2 parameters. Even with limited techniques, the changing tempos, meters, and keys of this setting will keep your ringers engaged. Tunes include: VENI EMMANUEL; PERSONENT HODIE and HYFRYDOL. 10906704 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 4.95 Comfort, Comfort—arr. Cathy Moklebust. The tune FREU DICH SEHR is given several treatments in this exciting new arrangement for Advent. From joyfully rhythmic to grandly regal, the various sections use a myriad of handbell techniques including malleting, ring touch, LV, and shakes. Both the rhythmic and isometric versions of the tune are used, adding even more variety. Use the optional parts for flute, finger cymbals, tambourine and tenor drum to enhance the sense of anticipation for the coming celebration. 10456962 Director's Manual . . . . . . L4 13.95 He Creation Will Be at Peace—J. Paul Williams & Anna Laura Page. An ardent prayer for world peace based upon the famous Advent prophecy in Isaiah 11:6-9, this compelling anthem features an unforgettable melody with a powerfully flowing accompaniment. It's certain to be cherished by choir and congregation alike. 1826197 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.15 1862192 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25 1963214 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.50 Four Advent Hymns for Twelve Bells— arr. Sandra Eithun. This collection of hymn arrangements is perfect for those times when you are shorthanded for musicians or would like to travel with a small group. Each piece uses only twelve bells, spanning F5 to C7, and includes suggested assignments for each bell. Because not every piece is in the key of F, this collection offers a wider variety of harmonic possibilities while still maintaining a small number of ringers. Tunes include: JEFFERSON; PICARDY; VENI EMMANUEL and FREU DICH SEHR. 10758991 Handbells . . . . . . . . . . L2+-3 4.50 Glad Tidings Ring—Cynthia Dobrinski & Sandra Eithun. Glad Tidings Ring is a compilation of favorite Advent and Christmas arrangements offered for the first time in a reproducible format. This budget-stretching collection features a wonderful variety of seasonal arrangements by six outstanding composers. Contents: Earth Shall Ring; He Is Born; Lo! How a Rose; O Little Town of Bethlehem; Rejoice, Rejoice, Believers and Sussex Carol. 10618594 3/5 Octave Reproducible . . L2 49.95 e Handbell Hymns for Advent and Christmas— Douglas E. Wagner. Performance success by just about any handbell ensemble is virtually guaranteed with each of these eight selections based on popular hymns for Advent and Christmas. No more than 22 bells are required, and ringers do not need to cope with any subdivisions of the beat or any bell changes. Contents are: Gentle Mary Laid Her Child; God Rest You, Merry Christians All; Good Christian Friends, Rejoice; Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence; O Come, All Ye Faithful; On Christmas Night All Christians Sing and 'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime. 8067715 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 8.95 l Hark, the Glad Sound—arr. Ron Mallory. Useful for churches with beginning choirs, this arrangement of CHESTERFIELD will be a great addition to your advent season. In places, the rhythm of the melody is smoothed out to make it Level 1, yet it is still a very satisfying arrangement that ends with full chords. 11102343 2/3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 4.95 Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence—arr. Lloyd Larson. A haunting opening verse on handchimes, accompanied by a singing bell drone and ethereal random malleting in the high bells, gives way to a more chordal verse of the well-known tune. A key change propels the piece forward before the motion once more slows and the piece closes as it began. A great choice for your church's ensemble! 10757913 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.50 e The Moon of Wintertime (with O Come, O Come, Emmanuel)—arr. Karissa Dennis. This reflective piece combines Twas in the Moon of Wintertime with O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, making it perfect for Advent or Christmas. Echo and LV make for a warm tone in the chordal and arpeggio accompaniment while the melody floats above. The ending encompasses both tunes, simply conversing to a close on an open chord, emphasizing the mystery of that holy night. 10907609 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.25 l O Come, O Come Emmanuel—Brian Childers. Advent arrives quietly in this setting, with optional handchimes accompanying a handbell melody. Gyros and LVs add to the atmosphere. The piece builds to a tremendous climax before ending quietly. 11100461 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 5.25 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel—arr. Karen Lakey Buckwalter. Based on a 15th-century French processional, Karen Lakey Buckwalter's enchanting yet simple arrangement of O Come, O Come, Emmanuel is accessible for any choir. A perfect Advent piece for worship or concerts, it sets a mood of reverence and mystery as we await the coming of the Christ child. 10907890 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 4.95 e Savior of the Nations (with Come with O Come, O Come, Emmanuel)—arr. Brenda E. Austin. This Advent setting is intended to reflect the wonder and mystery of the birth of Jesus. Conflict surrounded him from the moment of his birth, and this arrangement attempts to convey that turmoil through the use of dissonance. Care should be taken that the melody is heard above all other notes. A smooth, legato line should be used for the entire piece. 10907575 3/6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.25 Two Pieces for Advent—arr. Linda Scholes. This pair of pieces is a great way to involve less experienced ringers with your Advent services. O Come, O Come Emmanuel is an ethereal Level 1 arrangement which offers an opportunity to work on dynamics. The joyful Come Thou Long- Expected Jesus is a Level 2 arrangement including various stopped techniques, shakes and echoes. Educational and useful! 10906717 2/3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 5.50 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95 Handbell Sacred Christmas l 12 Bells in F: Christmas Hymns—arr. Bill Ingram. Perfect for small choirs and ensembles, this collection for Christmas continues the 12 Bells in F series. Written in the key of F, all the conventional line/space assignments remain the same. There are no bell changes making it easy to ring without tables and in many locations. Titles include: Angels We Have Heard on High; The First Noel; He Is Born; A Christmas Lullaby (Still, Still, Still and Away in a Manger); Joy to the World and Silent Night. 11102344 3 Octave 3/6 Ringers . . . . L2 6.95 4 All My Heart This Night Rejoices—Patricia Hurlbutt. This lovely arrangement of the tune WARUM SOLLT ICH MICH DENN GRAMEN begins thoughtfully with quiet excitement, builds to a climax, and ends in hushed awe, making a wonderful opportunity for expressive ringing. Appealing, quiet, easy to put together, this piece will be perfect for communion during the Christmas season. 11102180 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L1+ 3.95 l Angels and Shepherds—Michael Burkhardt. Based on two carols, one Polish and one French, this piece was conceived as a teaching piece for use with children but is appropriate and enjoyable for any group. There is a lesson plan included which suggests things to isolate, comment on, and practice. While written for a three-octave choir, a few (optional) bells outside of the range are used at the end: F3, D7 and F7. 10999944 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 4.50 The Angels and the Shepherds—arr. Jason W. Krug. Jason Krug's arrangement of this little-known Christmas tune is sure to delight ringers and audiences. The tune is introduced in an ethereal opening with chimes and malleted suspended bells before undergoing a number of variations from playful to regal and everything in between. An excellent choice for the church or community group looking for something different for the Christmas season. 10907774 3/6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 4.50 Angels from the Realms of Glory—arr. John A. Behnke. John Behnke's arrangement of Angels from the Realms of Glory is uplifting and incredibly flexible. This piece can be a three to five octave handbell prelude, or you can use combinations like bells and choir, bells, choir and congregation, bells and keyboard, or even bells, choir, keyboard, brass and timpani to fit the musicians available- the choice is yours! A great option for that one special musical number during the Christmas season. 10356655 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 4.95 10356657 SATB Choral Part . . . . . . . . . . .1.85 4 Angels from the Realms of Glory—Henry T. Smart/arr. Kevin McChesney. Rhythmic and exciting, this arrangement of REGENT SQUARE will become a consistent go-to for your Christmas or Easter worship services (the Easter text is Easter People, Raise Your Voices). A malleted and accented bass line underscores syncopated rhythms in the treble melody. The middle section is rung but continues the rhythmic energy before returning to the opening material. A fun ring for all! 11101995 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.50 BEST SELLERS Handbell Christmas These bestsellers are chosen most often by directors! Look online for the most current information on recordings and digital edition availability. Glory in the Highest—arr. Anna Laura Page. 10907920 Handbells 12-16 Bells. . . . . . . . . . .2+ 54.95 Starry Night— Franz Gruber/arr. Brenda E. Austin. 10907894 2/3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1+ 4.95 To the World, Joy!— G. F. Handel/arr. Joel Raney. 10907576 3/6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 5.25 10945689 Instrumental Parts Keyboard . . . . . . . . 10.95 Rise Up! Go Tell It!—arr. Cathy Moklebust. 10907896 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5.50 Away in a Manger—arr. John A. Behnke. 10911596 2/5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4.50 VISIT JWPEPPER.COM/ HANDBELLS T O E X P L O R E M O R E M U S I C A N D E Q U I P M E N T F O R Y O U R R I N G E R S !