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4 Rejoice, the Lord Is King!—arr. Matthew
Compton. Built on a rhythmic motif, this
arrangement gives us a fresh and joyous take
on a well-loved hymn. A contrasting middle
section provides a moment of reflection, and a
soaring countermelody carries the piece through
to a rousing conclusion. This piece will provide
a celebratory addition to Christ the King/Reign of
Christ Sunday, Easter and Eastertide, as well as
other times in the church year. It will also make an
excellent concert opener or closer.
11166960 3-7 Octave w/opt.
3-7 oct. Handchimes . . . .L4- 6.50
4 Ring His Glorious Praise—Patrick W. Meyer.
Exuberant, fresh, and joyous! Crisp, driving
rhythms, frequent syncopations, and bold, exciting
harmonies provide something new around every
bend in this original work. A freely wandering middle
section slowly builds in intensity before a return
to the opening feel and a forceful and satisfying
conclusion. This piece is a real showstopper for the
advanced church or community group!
11166267 3-5 Octave with
3-4 Octaves Handchimes. . . L4 5.50
11166268 5-7 Octave with
4-6 Octaves Handchimes. . L4+ 5.50
4 Ring We Joyfully—Cathy Moklebust. Following
a brief introduction, the theme rhythmically
illustrates the title in a lilting 7/8 meter
accompanied by a playful malleted eighth-note
bass line. Handchimes take over at a lively pace.
A return to handbells brings back the original
joyful melody, rhythms, and techniques of the
beginning, and the piece ends with a flourish of
martellatos. This piece will be a challenging yet
entertaining addition to your repertoire.
11204653 3-5 Octave w/opt.
3-5 oct. Handchimes . . . . L4 4.50
4 Rondo Jubilee—Brenda E. Austin. This exciting
original composition is filled with techniques,
unique harmonies, and a cheerful, rhythmic melody
that will engage ringers and audience alike. Ideal for
uplifting worship, concert, or festival.
11204316 3-6 Octave w/opt.
3 oct. Handchimes . . . . . L2+ 5.50
l Sanctuary (with God's Holy Temple)—
Thompson & Scruggs/arr. Lloyd Larson. This
handbell setting of the popular praise chorus can
stand alone or serve as the accompaniment for all
the vocal settings. The prayerful message calls for
each worshiper to come before God in devotion
and thanksgiving.
11203608 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L3- 5.75
l Shall We Gather at the River—arr. Karen Lakey
Buckwalter. Lush harmonies and delicate scoring
abound in this beautiful arrangement. Flowing
accompaniment underscores the beloved melody
before a key change gives way to an equally
delicate setting of There Is a Balm in Gilead, then
returns to the feeling of the opening but with a
more chromatic and unexpected harmonization.
A beautiful choice for worship or concert.
11202913 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
4 Somebody's Knockin'—arr. Anna Laura Page.
An upbeat setting of the beloved African American
spiritual, this arrangement will be a favorite for
church services, special performances, and school
settings. Through the use of syncopated rhythms,
articulations, mallets and/or mallet clicks, each
verse receives a fresh treatment. Ringers will
have fun while providing an exciting and musical
experience for all.
11166964 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Somebody's Knocking at Your Door—arr.
Mark S. Arnold. A laid-back bass groove and mallet
hits and clicks drive this exciting arrangement
of the traditional spiritual. Ringers will enjoy the
opportunity to be part of the rhythm. Scored for
cajon and handchimes as well.
10882681 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.25
4 Spirit Dance (Spring Dance)—Brenda E.
Austin. This original composition sparkles as
syncopated rhythms, shakes, and stopped
techniques make your toes tap, and your feet
want to dance. Mallets, martelatto, thumb damp
and shakes bring this song alive making it a
perfect festival or worship opener.
11165152 3-5 Octave w/opt. A2 &
opt. 2 oct. Handchimes . . . L2 5.25
4 Spiritus Sanctus (The Precipice)—Matthew
Compton. Inspired by Saint Hildegard of Bingen's
poem of the same name, this piece depicts the
Holy Spirit bringing all to life, washing them
clean and healing their wounds. The ideas of
life and movement are conveyed throughout.
The expansive middle section musically depicts
the poem's phrases, "washing them clean"
and "healing their wounds," and the sudden
grand pause (G.P.) represents the ancient sleep
mentioned in the poem. Energetic, rhythmic, and
syncopated, the piece will be enjoyed by ringer
and audience alike.
11202961 3-7 Octave w/opt.
3 oct. Handchimes . . . . . L3+ 5.95
4 Stand Up for Jesus!—George Webb/arr. Mark
Arnold. Mallets - on bells, on tables, on themselves!
- predominate in this fun arrangement of a classic
hymn. The result gives an almost marching-band
feel to the performance, making it as enjoyable to
ring as it is to hear. This is a sure winner that will be
accessible to almost any choir.
11167868 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 4.25
Sweet Hour of Prayer—arr. Terry Osman. This
wonderful arrangement of a William Bradbury tune
will create or enhance a prayerful moment in any
worship service. There is no subdivision of the beat
or bell changes, making this a wonderful piece for
your beginning bell or chime ensemble.
10957590 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95
Sweet Hour of Prayer—William B. Bradbury/
arr. Mary Lou Fast. This arrangement will work
well as a prelude, an offertory, or during a time of
reflection in a worship service. The melody begins
with chimes accompanied by bells malleted in the
air and flowing bass eighths. Mart, mart-lift and
echos are used in subsequent verses. Stressing
the first in each eighth-note pair will enhance the
musicality of the performance.
11166966 3-5 Octave w/opt.
3 oct. Handchimes . . . . . . L2 4.95
ThankSong—Johann A.P. Schultz/arr. Karen
Lakey Buckwalter. Useful for services lifting up the
themes of Thanksgiving, springtime, Earth Day,
creation, stewardship, or harvest, the tune
WIR
PFLUGEN
(We Plow the Fields and Scatter) is skillfully
woven with hints of
DIX (For the Beauty of the Earth)
and other hymn tunes with refreshing harmonies.
Optional finger cymbals and hand drum add a
festive, joyful touch to this dance-like arrangement.
11101084 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 5.95
4 The Solid Rock—William B. Bradbury/arr. Jason
W. Krug. Alternating gentle, lyrical passages with
triumphant, bold sections, this arrangement of the
beloved hymn is sure to enhance your worship
throughout the church year. The melody passes
back and forth between the handbells and piano,
with each part contributing to the harmony, texture,
and overall effect of the piece. A key change on the
last verse draws the piece to its final, joyous ending.
11165167 3-6 Octave with Piano. . . . L2 5.25
11165168 Full Score & Organ/Keyboard. .10.95
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There Is a Fountain—arr. Lloyd Larson. In this
setting of an old favorite hymn, the treble bells
set the stage with their gentle ostinato against a
lower melody. The melody then moves to the treble
with the bass taking over the ostinato. All combine
for a rich and glorious final verse before ending
peacefully. The violin part, while optional, gives a
lovely Appalachian quality to the hymn tune.
11165179 3-5 Octave
w/opt. Violin . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.25
4 There's a Wideness in God's Mercy—
Frederick W. Faber/arr. Karen Lakey Buckwalter.
This tranquil, flowing arrangement is based on the
19th-century American tune
LORD, REVIVE US. The
opening measures consist of an original motif which
is interwoven throughout the piece. Incorporating
the themes of love and mercy, this is an excellent
option for many Sundays throughout the year.
11166967 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.95
This Little Light of Mine—arr. Benjamin A.
Tucker. Ben Tucker hits another jazz high note with
this swing arrangement of the beloved spiritual.
Written in twelve-bar blues form, and with an
easy yet effective improv section, this piece will
delight audiences.
10956885 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.25
l This Little Light of Mine—Harry Dixon Loes/
arr. Barbara Brocker. This bell tree solo or duet
arrangement provides the new bell tree soloist
with a simple yet effective piece. A second bell
tree solo rung by a more advanced ringer or
played by a C instrument makes it a duet. The
simple accompaniment of quarter, half, and whole
notes can be played by a beginning three-octave
bell or chime choir or on a keyboard. Includeds
director's score, a bell tree 1 score, a bell tree 2
or C-instrument score, and a separate score for
handbells, handchimes or keyboard to give the
beginning ringer a score which is easily readable in
larger print. This arrangement is 51 measures and is
scored with a bluesy swing feel in C major. Options
for performance are listed in the director's score.
10283895 3-4 Octave Bell Trees . . . .L2- 4.95
H This Little Light of Mine—William E. Moats.
This delightful arrangement of the familiar spiritual
is divided into two major sections with different
tempos and meters. The piece is fun to ring, and
the use of mallets and stopped techniques adds to
the energy and excitement.
10187124 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 4.50
Three Hyms of Adoration—arr. Linda Scholes.
This trio of selections will highlight any Level 1
ensemble. Written for 2-3 octave handbells or
handchimes, it includes three treasured hymns: All
Creatures of Our God and King; Beautiful Savior/
Fairest Lord Jesus and Joyful, Joyful, We Adore
Thee. Encourage your congregation to praise and
adore God with this awe-inspiring piece!
10957595 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 5.95
l A Time for Peace (Fidelus Servus - Faithful
Servant)—Paul McKlveen. This gorgeous original
composition is sincere and eloquently crafted
music for our turbulent times. Especially perfect
for a memorial service or any time that calls for an
introspective musical moment, it is suitable for use
all year in either worship or concert.
11205008 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus—William J.
Kirkpatrick/arr. Linda R. Lamb. Simple and tasteful,
this lovely arrangement of the familiar hymn will be
well received in worship services during any season
of the church year.
11167866 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 4.25
l To God Be the Glory—William Doane/arr. Linda
Lamb. Syncopated Caribbean rhythms bring a fresh
and creative look at this great hymn. Be careful with
the bass notes, as moving from malleted to rung
to malleted in the same measure is tricky at first
but very effective. In the center of the arrangement
we get a more traditional setting. Your ringers and
congregation both will love this one!
11205016 3-5 Octave w/opt.
3-5 Oct. Handchimes . . . L2+ 5.50
To Mock Your Reign, O Dearest Lord (O Sing
a Song of Bethlehem)—arr. Jason W. Krug. This
arrangement of
KINGSFOLD can be used during Lent
or during Advent with the alternate title O Sing a
Song of Bethlehem. At times driving and other
times contemplative, this versatile piece will be a
strong addition to your choir's repertoire.
11166270 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.50
