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Handbell Choir -
Sacred
The Ash Grove—arr. Michael Mazzatenta.
This cheerful and charming setting of a much-
loved hymn tune packs a lot of variety into
a small range of bells. TDs accompany the
melody at different times in both bass and
treble, echos are used effectively along with
some malleted bass bells. Some harmonic
and rhythmic shifts add color and interest. This
arrangement is appropriate for worship as well
as educational settings.
11393709 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 5.25
At the Lamb's High Feast We Sing—arr.
Sandra Eithun. Triumphant and upbeat, this
setting of
SONNE DER GERECHTIGKEIT has limited
bell changes and few rhythmic challenges,
making it satisfying and easy to prepare for
developing ensembles. The LV passages,
martellato, and varied dynamics add interest
for the listener and help to encourage
musicality in the ringers.
11397374 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 4.25
The Bells Must Ring!—John A. Behnke.
This tone poem begins with the mournful
tolling of bells reflecting our painful experience
when handbells could not ring during the
pandemic. Sheer joy that we can ring together
again breaks through with the sound of
flowing bells, at times rhythmically driven with
malleted bass octaves. The two versions are
compatible for massed ringing or multiple
choirs. Winner of the 2021-2022 Handbell
Musicians of America Area 3 Adult Handbell
Festival Composition Contest.
11357890 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . L1+ 4.25
11357889 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3- 4.25
11357891 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.25
Built on the Rock—arr. Matthew Compton.
Perfect for Reformation Sunday, this accessible
arrangement combines the hymns Built on the
Rock and Praise to the Lord, the Almighty.
Each section of the arrangement features a
repeated pattern reflecting the idea of a sturdy
foundation for ringers to grasp onto for quick
learning. Optional 2-octave handchimes.
11397758 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
Canticle of Peace—Michael Helman. This
meditative composition is an original work with
lyrical, flowing melodies that cover a range of
dynamics. Numerous key changes add to the
interest and challenge of the piece. It is perfect
for any church service and will be a great
choice for that quieter moment in a concert or
handbell festival.
11417005 3-6 Octave w/ 3-5 octaves
handchimes . . . . . . . .L3 5.50
Canticle on When Morning Gilds the Skies
(All Things Bright and Beautiful)—arr.
Janet Linker & Jane McFadden. This beautiful
setting of the hymn tunes
LAUDES DOMINI and
ROYAL OAK is a great choice for worship or
concert use. Approachable by intermediate
ensembles, the varied styles and textures
provide interest for advanced ringers. There's
also the chance to add in optional 3 octaves of
handchimes and optional keyboard or harp for
extra aural variation.
11394243 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3- 4.95
11394244 Full Score . . . . . . . . . L3- 5.95
11394245 Harp Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95
Children of the Heavenly Father—arr.
Matthew Compton. This lovely hymn setting
features a gentle, enticing melody, embellished
with broad harmonization. Engrossing
throughout with flourishes of ravishing beauty
and concluding with gentle calmness.
11393707 3-7 Octave . . . . . . . L2+ 5.95
Colors of Joy—Brenda E. Austin. As with
joy, handbells can take on many colors.
This arrangement brings out those different
colors through the variety of techniques used
to express all the sounds of the instrument.
Easily learned, ringers and listeners are
sure to enjoy the many "colors of joy" heard
throughout the piece.
11166925 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95
11166926 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95
Come into God's Court with Praise
(Festival Rondo)—Michael Helman.
Making the most of a variety of techniques,
this rondo will work beautifully in a worship
service or concert. The contrasting sections
provide lots of interest for ringers and
audience members alike!
11416645 3-5 Octave Opt. Bb2. .L3 4.95
The Creation Story—Brenda Austin. This
one-of-a-kind piece evokes the six days of
creation in word and song. Singing bells,
random ringing, and familiar hymn tunes
form the underscore and illustrate the text
that is read from Genesis. At times tender,
sometimes exuberant, this piece will be
effective as a scripture reading, a children's
chat, or a special moment in worship.
11397624 3-6 Octave
w/narration . . . . . . . . .L2 5.95
Crown Him with Many Crowns—arr.
Sondra Tucker. Featuring mart lifts and
malleted bells on the table, this lively
arrangement is useful for worship during
any season, but it will be especially effective
at Easter. With easy rhythms and few bell
changes, it will go together after just a few
rehearsals and sounds good with either two or
three octaves. An easy but effective piece.
11359404 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 4.95
Danza Felice (Based on Psalm 30:11)—
Linda Scholes. Based on Psalm 30:11, this
piece will "turn your mourning into dancing."
The lilting 6/8 meter and staccato sections
provide motion and excitement.
11416650 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3- 4.95
A Day for Celebration—Paul A. McKlveen.
Written in celebration of a church's 175th
anniversary, this original piece is lively
and exuberant with a rhythmic drive and a
cheerful melody. Stopped sound techniques
include thumb damps, malleted bells on the
table, and martellatos. Optional handchimes
(three octaves) assume the melody midway
through the music. This piece is an
unbeatable choice for anniversaries, Easter,
or any celebratory occasion.
11397802 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L3 5.50
A Day to Rejoice!—Michael Mazzatenta.
This joyous and beautiful original is rhythmic,
full of fun techniques (TD, malleted bells on
table, mart, and echo), and features a very
nice section where the optional handchimes
play the melody.
11375688 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
Deck Thyself, My Soul, with Gladness
(SCHMUCKE
DICH)—Johann Cruger/
arr. Michael Mazzatenta. This lyrical and
expressive arrangement of the 1653 Cruger
hymn tune is simply lovely. Moving notes in
the bass clef support the melody in the treble
creating an introspective piece for meditation
and communion. A useful addition to your
group's repertoire.
11405380 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . L3- 4.25
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
Fantasy on EBENEZER—arr. John Atteberry.
Enjoy this crisp, energetic, and lively adaptation
of the hymn tune
EBENEZER. The piece begins
in A minor and offers rhythmic challenges
along the way with shifts in stresses within a
12/8 meter. Optional 3-octave handchimes
provide mystique and charm. While suitable
for any worship service, this arrangement is
well suited to showcase an ensemble's agility
and talent in a concert setting.
11397766 3-5 Octave . . . . L3--L3+ 4.95
Fantasy on Holy, Holy, Holy—arr. John
A. Behnke. This varied and compelling
arrangement of the well-known tune
NICAEA
begins with a peaceful treatment of the tune
utilizing handchimes, then builds into a moving
and bright, inspiring section, and finally grows
to a grand finish.
11397369 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . L2+ 4.25
Fantasy on Simple Gifts (Traditional
Shaker Tune)—arr. Brian Childers. The
traditional Shaker tune has been given new
life in this amazing arrangement for handbells,
optional handchimes (5-7 octaves), optional
auxiliary bells (one octave), flute, and cello.
The interplay between the instruments creates
tones and textures that reflect the various
sections, from playful to ethereal to elegant
and sophisticated. Truly a superb worship or
concert setting.
11405367 3-4 Octave . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
11405368 5-7 Octave . . . . . . . L3+ 5.95
11405369 Full Score & Parts . . L3+ 5.95
11405370 Full Score & Parts . . L3+ 5.95
11405371 Cello Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
11405372 Flute Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Festivity on Cwm Rhondda (Guide Me, O
Thou Great Jehovah | God of Grace and
God of Glory)—arr. Michael W. Joy. This
jubilant piece is based on the Welsh hymn
tune
CWM RHONDDA, commonly associated
with the texts Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah
and God of Grace and God of Glory. After a
fanfare-type opening, the first stanza features
an optional unison vocal part. Either text
may be sung by ringers alone, congregation/
audience alone, or everyone. This joyous
setting is suitable for concerts, festivals, and
church services.
11417007 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . L3+ 5.50
Five Easy Processionals—arr. Sandra
Eithun. This collection includes five
processionals that can be used to begin a
worship service or concert. They are set in five
different keys, facilitating seamless transitions
into the next song. Each processional is eight
measures long and should be repeated as
necessary. Perfect for worship, concert, and
educational use. Compatible with the 3-5
octave version.
11416856 2-3 Octave . . . . . L1-L2- 5.95
11393712 3-5 Octave . . . . L1-L2- 12.95
For the Beauty of the Earth (Our Hymn
of Grateful Praise)—arr. Brian Childers.
This is a beautifully crafted lyric and sensitive
arrangement of this wonderful hymn.
Singing bell and flute (or C-instrument) solo
introduction sets the tone which leads into
chords featuring close harmonies that support
the simple melody, augmented by passing
tones and gentle variations in rhythm. There
are a few stopped sounds, echoes and more
- plus melody in handchimes (3 octaves), all
perfectly placed for maximum effect. Addition
of optional body percussion, windchimes and
rainstick, which are included on the handbell
score, is the icing on this musical cake. This
luscious arrangement will be fulfilling to ring
and inspirational to listeners.
10767058 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L3 4.95
10767059 C Instrument Part . . . . . . . 2.25
Forever Rejoice!—Linda Scholes. This
simple yet pretty original will delight ringers
and audiences alike. The engaging melody is
first stated simply, then repeated in a variety
of ways. A steady malleted bass appears at
the beginning and end which adds energy.
Youth and adult choirs will enjoy this very
accessible anthem.
11397769 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L2 4.95
From Darkness to Light—Michael Helman.
This flowing original piece takes you on a
transformative journey. The emotional depths
and lush writing provide performers with an
opportunity to work on their musicality.
11416652 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . .L3 5.95
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