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HANDBELL MUSIC
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l Rays of Hope—Sandra Eithun. Throughout
all of life's trials, hope gives us the strength
to rebuild and confidently reinvent our
circumstances. This original piece depicts the
remnants of a storm that has passed, and then
gives way to a bouncy theme that conjures
imagery of dancing light. A thoughtful middle
section reminds the listener that uncluttered
days are never a given or soon forgotten.
Hope does return with the theme to round
out the ending of the piece. Techniques such
as singing bell, suspended bells with mallets,
thumb damp, and LV are incorporated. The
texture of the piece is further enhanced by the
addition of chime tree, ocean drum and/or rain
sticks, and optional handchimes, all combining
to add interest.
11375594 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . .L3 5.95
l Refuge—Freeman Lewis & Daniel Teasley/
arr. Michael Glasgow. A bluegrass toe-
tapper! Commissioned for the 2020 Handbell
Musicians of America Area 5 Spring Festival
in Louisville, Kentucky, this piece starts open
and stately before launching with rhythmic
energy into a fun concert piece with country
style. It brilliantly pairs the Freeman Lewis
hymn tune BOURBON (I Take My Refuge in
the Lord) with a Daniel Teasley hymn,
I'VE
FOUND A REFUGE.
Marts, mallets, plucks, ring-
touches and more are sure to excite your
concert audiences and congregations alike.
The optional band (fiddle, tambourine, bass,
and guitar/mandolin/banjo) may be added in
any combination for extra charm!
11375567 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . .L3 6.25
11375568 Instrumental Parts Tambourine,
Fiddle, Frets, Bass. . .L3 18.95
Rejoice, the Lord Is King—Patricia Hurlbutt.
For use on Christ the King Sunday, Easter, or
any general service, this festive arrangement
of
DARWALL'S 148TH is as much fun to ring as
it is to hear! Joyous arpeggios give way to a
chordal treatment of the theme, complete with
bold and unexpected harmonies. A key change
ushers in a verse underscored by delicate
martellatos before a verse on the chimes is
accompanied by peals and arpeggios in the
treble bells. A final exuberant flourish ends
the piece on a triumphant note. With optional
C4-A5 handchimes, this piece is perfect for
any celebratory moment in concert or worship.
11314814 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 4.95
l
Remembering—John A. Behnke. An original
piece to remember those who have passed
away due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this
reflective piece has minimal bell changes and
no sharing of bells. The music begins with
a tolling bell, then a melody emerges which
seeks to express the significance of each life
lived, including their struggle with this virus.
Use for All Saints or for a memorial Sunday.
11332835 2 Octave . . . . . . . . . . .L2 3.95
11332834 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 3.95
l Riposo—Linda Scholes. This tender original
tune is a beautiful musical statement. The
simple, lyrical melody is given delicate
underscoring with lush chords, and the melody
moves throughout the ensemble, giving all
ringers a chance to shine. The energy builds to
a bold final verse underscored by full, malleted
chords in the bass. A very approachable
musical statement for church or concert use.
11375876 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
Sacred Silence—arr. Karissa Dennis. A
variety of techniques, including the singing bell,
and optional handchimes figure prominently in
this moving arrangement that uses both "Let
All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence" and "O Sacred
Head Now Wounded". This setting would be
appropriate during any service calling for a
prayerful moment, including Communion and
Lent. Key of E Minor. 73 measures.
10489090 3-5 Octave opt. 3 oct.
handchimes . . . . . . . .L2 4.50
l Shall We Gather at the River—arr. Ron
Mallory. This fresh and innovative setting of the
hymn tune HANSON PLACE begins with Singing
Bell, melody on the chimes, and malleted treble
airbells. The melody then moves between bells
and handchimes (F5-C6) with a transition
to a majestic final verse before closing with
downward quartal harmonies incorporating
echoes and LV. A quiet, lovely arrangement
sure to be a favorite for years to come.
11359408 3-5 Octave w/opt. 5
Handchimes F5-C6. . .L3 4.95
Song of Joy—Sandra Winter. Well-known
themes by Beethoven are combined into
an effusive paean of joy and celebration!
Audiences will enjoy hearing these familiar
melodies combined in new and creative ways,
and ringers will appreciate the fun techniques
that abound throughout. A perfect choice for
any festive moment in concert or worship!
11314815 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3- 4.95
The Sower/Johnny Appleseed—Kathleen
Wissinger. Useful for both school and church,
this lively, original composition depicts
someone taking a lighthearted walk, scattering
seeds along the way. Mallets and thumb
damps set the tone for this airy and optimistic
piece. While in 4/4 meter, a few easy 5/4 and
6/4 measures (allowing time for the walker to
go around a rock) make this a good learning
piece to introduce mixed meter. The optional
woodblock/tic-toc block adds even more
spunk. Fun and festive!
11361798 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L3 5.00
l Take My Life—Sondra K. Tucker. This
upbeat, delightful setting combines an original
melody with the familiar hymn HENDON. At
times energetic, at times tender, always
moving forward, the arrangement is a great
choice for worship or festival. The optional
handchimes give depth to the two tunes.
11347545 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L3 5.30
l Take Time in Life—S. Greig Ashurst. "Take
time in life ... 'cause you got far way to go."
This work is based on a Liberian folk song
and invites the listener to contemplate quiet
moments, our labors, and our celebrations
in order to live life to its fullest. The traditional
West African drum parts will add an authentic
feel and will make this piece the perfect
addition to your repertoire any time of year.
11375576 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3- 5.95
11377569 Full Score & Parts . . L3- 17.95
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
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
l There is a Happy Land—Mitchell Eithun.
This simple folk hymn is given a creative
setting that uses a variety of techniques as
well as changes in tempo and dynamics. While
all quarter and half notes, the cut time meter
with some syncopation makes the piece a little
trickier than the level might indicate, but it is
worth the time. Optional percussion makes this
a lively arrangement that is as fun to hear as it
is to play.
11359391 3-5 Octave
Opt. Percussion. . . . L1+ 4.95
11359392 Instrumental Parts
Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . 12.95
l This Little Light of Mine—arr. Anna Laura
Page. In this enjoyable arrangement with
syncopations and articulations that are fun to
ring, the collaborative pianist is also offered
an accompaniment that is fun to play. For
worship or school concert, all will enjoy this
swinging arrangement!
11346963 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . L3+ 5.25
11346962 Full Score & Parts . . L3+ 9.95
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 Variations on the Doxology—arr. Sondra
K. Tucker. OLD HUNDREDTH is featured in this
knockout arrangement. A straightforward
chorale setting leads into an energetic
toccata section, then an easy fughetta
morphs into the brilliant finale. There are
a few rhythmic challenges in the final
section, making this a learning piece for
your developing choir. Only one shared bell
(G#Ab5) and bass ringers - pay attention to
the assignment suggestion!
11374273 2-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 5.25
l We're Marching to Zion—arr. Mary Kay
Parrish. This setting of the familiar hymn
begins with a gentle waltz-like feel then
changes to a more march-like tempo. An
enjoyable piece made even more fun with the
addition of an optional B-flat clarinet.
11373722 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . .L3 5.25
11373721 Full Score & Parts . . . . . . . 9.95
Where Waters Flow—Ron Mallory.
"Lyrical" and "flowing" are two words that
aptly describe this original work which vividly
depicts water flowing in a stream. A Level
1 piece, yet very musical, beginning groups
will have the opportunity to work on legato
ringing and to increase their understanding
of LV patterns. For handbells or handchimes,
this selection will enhance any worship
service or concert.
11101879 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . .L1 4.95
Who'll Be a Witness—Sondra K. Tucker.
Jazz riffs and interesting chords give this
spiritual arrangement a lot of character and
life! EF and BC ringers will be challenged with
lots of bell changes, but everyone will enjoy
working on this toe-tapping crowd pleaser.
11100467 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . .L3 5.25
Blessings
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