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Handbell Choir Music
for Advent
and Christmas
'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime—arr.
Sandra Eithun. This stunning and ethereal
setting of the Huron Carol will take some work,
but the result will be an impressive addition
to any Christmas performance. Commissioned
for the Raleigh Ringers, the piece has lots
of rhythmic interest with mixed meters and
syncopation. Optional Bb2 and A2, 4-7
octaves handchimes and percussion.
11359401 4-7 Octave w/opt
4-7 oct Handchimes
and Perc. . . . . . . . . . .L5 5.50
11359402 Full Score & Parts
Percussion . . . . . . . . . . 12.95
A Quiet Christmas Eve—arr. Jason W.
Krug. This set of two arrangements is a perfect
choice for a youth or beginning choir, or for a
more advanced ensemble down a few ringers.
These settings of O Come, O Come Emmanuel
and Silent Night are simple yet harmonically
rich and complex despite having no bell
changes. Perfect for a Christmas Eve service,
or anytime during Advent.
11202864 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . .L1 4.95
11202865 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L1 4.95
All Is Well—Michael W. Smith & Wayne
Kirkpatrick/arr. Lloyd Larson. This setting of
the contemporary classic captures the tender
and simple melodic interpretation found in the
artist's own rendition. It spans the spectrum
dynamically while underscoring the overall
theme that Emmanuel has been born. Available
in a variety of settings for choirs of all sizes and
for vocal soloists, it can be accompanied by
keyboard or 3-5 octaves handbells.
10998411 3-5 Octave
Handbell Part . . . . . L2+ 6.75
All the Bells on Earth Shall Ring—arr.
Linda Scholes. A bold opening fanfare gives
way to a gently rocking accompaniment
and the introduction of the traditional
English carol I Saw Three Ships. Each verse
is a key change with a different style or
technique including the use of chimes and
an impressive bell peal. The frequent key
changes and varying styles keep the piece
exciting - and keep ringers on their toes!
11347755 3-5 Octave w/3-5 octaves
Handchimes . . . . . . . .L3 4.95
All the World Rings for Joy—Linda
Scholes. Two favorite carols are combined into
a delightful and joyous setting featuring styles
and rhythms from around the world. Beginning
with a Celtic flair, it travels to East Asia, basks
in the calypso style of the Caribbean, and ends
up in England for Handel's traditional Joy to
the World. A variety of techniques include LV,
SK, mallet, suspended mallet, mart, mart-lift,
singing bell, and more. This piece will be great
fun for everyone!
11361549 3-5 Octave w/
opt. Handchimes
(C5-C6). . . . . . . . . . . .L3 4.25
All Through the Silent Night—arr. Joel
Raney. This enticing setting pairs
STILLE NACHT
and AR HYD Y NOS in a duet for handbells and
piano. The two instruments blend skillfully
to present a lovely, quiet selection for your
Christmas program.
11204336 3-5 Octave & Piano w/opt. 3-5
oct. Handchimes . . . . .L2 5.95
11204337 Full Score &
Organ/Keyboard . . . . . . 12.95
Angel Songs—arr. Lloyd Larson. Delight your
congregation this Christmas season with this
exuberant medley of two beloved carols. The
tunes
MENDELSSOHN and GLORIA are showcased
in this festive Christmas arrangement.
11347757 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3- 4.95
Angels We Have Heard on High—arr.
Fred Gramann. This charming arrangement
of the beloved classic is sure to be a favorite
with ringers and congregations. The running
eighth notes bring excitement yet keep the
arrangement accessible.
11204335 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L2- 4.95
Angels We Have Heard on High—arr.
Martha Lynn Thompson. This classic
Christmas carol is scored colorfully with
pealing"glorias" throughout. Ringers will find
this straightforward, accessible, and attractive.
Sure to be an alluring addition to Christmas
concerts and services.
11393697 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 5.95
As Lately We Watched—arr. Cathy
Moklebust. This delightful arrangement of the
Christmas tune
AUSTRIAN CAROL is introduced
with a light and joyful original melody. The first
statement of the tune is supported by an LV
accompaniment, followed by a second section
featuring malleting and thumb-damping. The
third section incorporates
STILL, STILL, STILL
with the main tune and uses chimes and bells
together. The arrangement concludes with a
bright, joyous ending. A must-have for concert
or service.
11397371 3-5 Octave w/opt 3-5 Oct
Handchimes . . . . . . . .L2 4.50
As Lately We Watched—arr. Sondra
K. Tucker. This sweet Austrian Christmas
carol is featured both in chimes and bells,
with cascading lines to enhance the lyrical
melody. Away in a Manger (AFTON
WATER)
serves as a countermelody.
11397617 2-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 5.95
Away in a Manger—arr. Derek K. Hakes.
Using both of the 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
Away in a Manger—James R. Murray &
William J. Kirkpatrick/arr. Anna Laura Page.
This gentle, flowing setting of the beloved
Christmas carol combines the
MUELLER and
CRADLE SONG tunes, resulting in an appropriate
arrangement for Christmas Eve services and
other events during the Christmas season.
11399262 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 4.95
11399263 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 4.95
Best of Ring Together: Christmas Favorites
—arr. Kevin McChesney. This fully reproducible
collection features music for Advent and
Christmas curated from the popular Ring
Together series. These are versatile, easy-to-
learn settings that are perfect for both beginning
choirs and for those with limited rehearsal time.
11359400 2-3 Octave . . . .L1-L2+ 49.95
Bright and Glorious Is the Sky—arr.
Cathy Moklebust. This set of variations on the
Danish Christmas tune
DELIG ER DEN HIMMEL
BLAA
features a happy and lighthearted verse,
a standard hymn setting, a softer, more
contemplative mood with handchimes, and a
dramatic transition with random ringing into
the final, majestic conclusion. Techniques
include malleting, thumb damping, shaking,
and LVs, and there are no accidentals. Editions
are compatible, making this accessible piece
playable in massed festival ringing as well as
worship or concert.
11399265 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 5.50
11399266 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 5.50
Carol of the Bells—arr. Jason W. Krug. Ring
in the Christ Child's birth with this innovative
bell setting of the quintessential Christmas
carol. A touch of drama and intrigue is added
by shifting chords underneath the melody,
along with martellato and pluck at the end
of phrases. Opening with the soft tolling of
a single bell, then building to a grand finale,
this wonderful arrangement gives ringers the
opportunity for great expressiveness.
10454999 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 5.50
10454998 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 5.50
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 6.25
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Carol of the Bells (Ukranian Carol)—
Mykola Leontovych/arr. Alex Guebert.
11204323 3-7 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 6.25
Angel Songs (Hark the Herald Angels
Sing/Angels We Have Heard on High)—
arr. Lloyd Larson.
11347757 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . . L3- 4.95
A Quiet Christmas Eve—
arr. Jason W. Krug.
11202864 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 4.95
11202865 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 4.95
On This Day Earth Shall Ring
(Personent hodie)—arr. Ron Mallory.
11203423 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.25
I Wonder As I Wander—
Brenda E. Austin.
11347700 3-6 Octave
w/ 3-5 oct. Handchimes . . . L3 5.95
Go Tell It on the Mountain—
arr. Linda R. Lamb.
11348370 2-3 Octave w/opt
2-3 octave Handchimes . . . L3 4.25
Now the Green Blade Riseth
(Sing We Now of Christmas)—
arr. Kevin McChesney.
3067717 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.95
All the Bells on Earth Shall Ring—
arr. Linda Scholes.
11347755 3-5 Octave w/3-5 octaves
Handchimes L3 4.95
Carols of Christmas—arr. Linda Scholes.
11205017 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.50
Christmas Is Coming—Joel Raney.
10906867 3-5 Octave with opt.
3 Octave Handchimes . . . L3+ 5.95
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