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Discover—Ron Mallory. Using chord
progressions borrowed from the scores to
vintage science fiction films, this original
composition is a tribute to the spirit of
discovery and adventure embodied by the men
and women of the space program. With its
blend of soaring ethereal melodies and flowing
rhythms combined with optional handchimes
and percussion, this piece will be an inspiration
for both ringers and audience members in any
performance setting.
11348140 3-7 Octave Opt.
3-5 Oct. Handchimes,
Percussion . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
Do Lord—arr. Sondra K. Tucker. A delicate
and gentle introduction gives way to an
energetic and upbeat setting of the well-known
song, accompanied with malleted and thumb-
damped bells. A chordal verse replete with rich
harmonies gives a brief respite from the driving
accompaniment before the energy returns to
propel the piece home to an exciting conclusion!
11375863 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
Elation—Kevin McChesney. This reproducible
collection contains five joyous and energetic
originals that will keep ringers happily busy.
Excitement is enhanced through the use of a
variety of handbell techniques, including one
played entirely with mallets. These uplifting
pieces will add joy and festivity to worship
services, concerts, and festivals. Contents:
Antiphonal Celebration; Joyful Rhythm;
Jubilance; Jubilant Fanfare; Mallet Melody
(Percussive Praise).
11166969 2-3 Octave
Reproducible. . . . . L2+ 44.95
11166970 3-5 Octave
Reproducible. . . . . L2+ 44.95
Exultation—Matthew Compton. Exultation
is a spirited original piece with a catchy and
memorable theme. Mart lifts and mallet work
make this piece dance along. Yet contrast is
provided with beautiful lyric interludes. Suitable
for any occasion!
10810969 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . L2+ 5.50
Fanfare Intrada—John A. Behnke. This
lively and spirited original piece for handbells
is filled with lots of exciting techniques like
thumb damps, plucking, swings, mart lifts,
echoes, and a shake. Besides being a rousing
prelude for worship or concert, it also makes a
wonderful teaching piece. This piece comes in
two compatible versions, one for 2-3 octaves
and another for 4-6 octaves, so it's perfect for
massed ringing.
11334257 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . L2 3.95
11334258 4-5 Octave
with Opt. G2 . . . . . . . L2 3.95
Fantastica—Ron Mallory. Inspired by the
scores to epic fantasy films, this original
composition will take your listeners on a
journey into their own imaginations while
keeping your ringers engaged with its
intertwining melodies, syncopated rhythmic
accompaniment, and multiple handbell
techniques. Handchimes (3-4 oct.), while
optional, add color and contrast.
11397763 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
Gladness and Grace—Michael Mazzatenta.
A winner of the 2021 Into the Forest Bell Tree
Composition Contest, this original is written
to be played using only one set of bells (3-5
octaves) and one 3 octave set of handchimes
with no duplicate bells. The bell tree part is
playable for a relatively new bell tree ringer
and is accompanied by a choir of mixed bells,
chimes and percussion. Lovely and accessible
for many choirs.
11388161 3-5 Octave Bell Tree Solo
& Handbell Choir . . L2-EM 5.95
In the Hall of the Mountain King—
Edvard Grieg/arr. Kathleen Wissinger. Enter
the majestic mountain domain in this lively
rendition of Edvard Grieg's iconic In the Hall
of the Mountain King from his Peer Gynt Suite
No. 1. True to the orchestral original, this
piece starts out soft, dark, and wary, then
gains in confidence, volume, and speed until
it is almost frantic at the end. Perfect as a
showy little "palate cleanser" in a school or
community concert!
11361788 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3 5.00
Journey—Kyle Webber. This original work
does just what it says, as it takes us on
a musical journey! The lively first section
reflects the excitement of the journey's start,
the middle section portrays the wonder of
experiencing a new place, and the final
section is a fun return home. Harmonically
interesting but easy to put together in just a
few rehearsals, this one is sure to become a
concert favorite.
11375697 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Joydance—John Behnke. A light, playful
opening sets the tone for this upbeat, dance-
like original. Different techniques throughout
the piece yield aural interest, and the
frequent sixteenth notes and meter changes
will keep ringers on their toes. A fun choice
for the group looking for something exciting
and show-stopping!
11375873 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
Jubilate—Dmitry Bortniansky/arr. Julie Sitt.
This beloved chorale is set for handbells in a
series of variations that make it a wonderful
piece for school, church, and festival. The
varied techniques and terraced dynamics
make it a great teaching piece. There are no
bell changes except for the key change, and no
shared bells.
11347543 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L2 5.25
Largo—Antonin Dvorak/arr. Dave Howland.
This simple but very nice setting of Dvorak's
"New World" theme is playable by a small
or large group. Because there are no bell
changes, tables are not required. This classic
theme has often been set to religious lyrics
and appears in many hymnals, making it
appropriate for school, church, or concert.
11375689 2-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L1 4.25
Marusya—arr. Dan R. Edwards. A popular
folk song of Ukraine, this piece embraces
the spirit and passion of Eastern European
music and the joyful, dance-like rhythms it
embodies. Ringers will enjoy this exuberant
piece in rehearsal and performance. While
optional, the tambourine and hand drum add
to the authenticity.
11346953 2 Octave . . . . . . . . . .L3- 5.25
11346952 Full Score & Parts . . .L3- 9.95
Meditations on the Theme of Peace—
Derek K. Hakes. This moving work was
written in response to the global increase in
violence. Developed as a cryptogram on the
word 'PEACE' incorporated with DONA NOBIS
PACEM, this beautifully moving musical work
is easily accessible to Level 2+/3- groups and
equally wonderful for advanced groups since
expression is critical to the most meaningful
playing of this music.
11392068 3-7 Octave w/3 oct.
Handchimes . . .L2+-L3- 4.95
Mfurahini Haleluya—arr. Cathy Moklebust.
This is a delightful Easter tune from Tanzania.
The two settings are compatible, making this a
great choice for festivals. Even more festive are
the optional African percussion instruments:
djembe or congas, shekere or other large
shaker, claves, gankokwe or agogos, and
caxixi or maracas. Optional 3-octave chimes
add to the color variety. This accessible yet
upbeat arrangement features easy-to-learn
rhythms and a variety of handbell techniques
that will be sure to lift everyone's spirits all
through the Easter season.
11375590 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . L2+ 5.95
11375591 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . L2+ 5.95
11375592 Full Score & Parts
Djembe/Congas, caxixi/
maracas, shekere, claves,
gankokwe/
agogos . . . . . . . . . L2+ 19.95
Modal Fanfare—Kevin McChesney. This
easy original from Kevin McChesney proves
that music doesn't haven't to be challenging
and complicated in order to be strong and
effective. This gives beginning choirs a chance
to sound bold, sure, and majestic while
offering intermediate choirs a great piece
that would take very little rehearsal time to
master. A great choice for school, church, and
community groups of all abilities!
11359399 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L1 4.95
CHIME BANDS
Music Literacy for Non-music Readers
Malmark. Optimize teaching for non-music readers! If you have handchimes at your disposal,
teaching music reading with the help of colors couldn't be simpler! Using colors or shapes
corresponding to pitch names is an effective way to teach eye and hand coordination to non-
music readers. Colored bands can be wrapped around the handchime tubes so that each ringer
can identify a pitch with a color. In the case of color-blindness, the shape may also be drawn on
the band. The success rate in learning is quite high, and this process is a natural step leading to
music literacy. Used in Boomwhacker and KidsPlay systems. Available in packets of eight band
colors (five of each color) and a template for trimming the bands to size.
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