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Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us—arr. Lloyd
Larson. This arrangement is an idyllic choice for
use in worship. Combining the Bach chorale
Sheep May Safely Graze with the hymn tune
BRADBURY, it masterfully alternates between
the two tunes, casting them both in a new light.
A final bold setting of the hymn tune leads the
piece back once more to a calm, serene ending.
11375877 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.95
Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us—arr.
Mitchell Eithun. This creative setting of the
beloved
BRADBURY hymn tune uses echoes,
malleted suspended bells, and a melody that
is often highlighted by the optional handchimes
(3-5 octaves) to create interest for both ringers
and audiences alike.
11515544 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L2 5.25
Scatter the Morning Light—arr. Sandra
Eithun. This is a beautiful memorial which is
both joyful and reflective, perfectly capturing a
life well lived. Skillfully utilizing a traditional Celtic
tune, this piece is perfect for worship, concert,
and celebration of life. It recalls the text Come,
O Thou Traveler Unknown, which narrates the
biblical story of Jacob wrestling with the angel
and echos someone wrestling with cancer. "The
morning breaks, the shadows flee, 'tis Love, 'tis
Love that wrestled me." Optional 3-5 octaves
handchimes, flute, and percussion.
11417024 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L3+ 5.95
11417025 Full Score & Parts. . . . . . . .13.95
The Shepherd's Promise—arr. Karen L.
Buckwalter. This arrangement featuring the
hymn tune
BROTHER JAMES' AIR is simple yet
effective. With optional flute and/or piano, the
hymn tune
NEW BRITAIN also appears, balanced
well in contrast to the gentle pastoral melody.
11416661 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
11416663 Full Score
Flute & Piano . . . . . . . . L3 5.95
11418204 Instrumental Parts Flute . . . . 5.95
Simple Gifts Abound—arr. Karen L.
Buckwalter. The hymn tunes
SIMPLE GIFTS and
HOLY MANNA
are featured in this arrangement.
With an occasional rhythmic ostinato of open
fifths against the melody, the early American
character of these tunes is evident. A variety
of techniques and optional handchimes (three
octaves) add delightful color and texture.
11416664 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.95
Simply Reproducible Hymns—arr. Lloyd
Larson. This reproducible collection of eight
well-known hymn tunes will be very useful to
your handbell program. Easy on your budget:
purchase one book and make as many copies
as you need. A great resource for the whole
year. Contents: Christians, We Have Met to
Worship (
HOLY MANNA); Give Me Jesus (GIVE
ME JESUS); I Need Thee Every Hour (NEED);
Lift High the Cross (CRUCIFER);
The Church's
One Foundation (AURELIA);
My Faith Looks Up
to Thee (OLIVET);
The God of Abraham Praise
(LEONI);
and The Solid Rock (SOLID ROCK).
11514607 2-3 Octave /
Reproducible. . . .L2--L2+ 69.95
Siorai Athas (Eternal Joy)—Matthew
Compton. This piece will put a smile on your
ringers and listener's face! With moments of
celebration, reflection, and pure joy, Siorai
Athas (pronounced SHEE-o-ree AH-huss)
exudes happiness and will become a favorite of
your ensemble. With repetitive rhythmic ideas
and recurring themes, this piece would be a
great choice for festivals! Optional 3-7 octaves
handchimes and optional violin or oboe.
11425210 4-7 Octave
w/opt. C instrument. . . L3+ 5.95
11425211 Full Score
w/opt. C instrument. . L3+ 12.95
11425212 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . . . 3.95
Soliloquy on Hyfrydol—arr. Kurt Meyer.
Hyfrydol is a Welsh term which translates to
beautiful, melodious, and pleasing and is a
favorite hymn tune appearing in many, many
hymnals. Composed by Rowland Prichard
while he was still in his teens, it was first
published in a children's songbook in 1844.
Kurt has given this tune a more introspective
nuance, keeping the arrangement simple,
calm, yet creative and engaging making it
perfect for use during Lent and other worship
services. The melody is featured in bells
and handchimes in treble as well as the 4's
in the bass. Singing Bell and LV patterns
accompanying the melody create a feeling of
peace and calm throughout this lovely setting.
11503074 3-7 Octave w/3 oct.
Handchimes . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Suite for Handbells—Michael Helman. This
accessible suite of five movements may be
played separately or together as a concert
offering. Perfect for beginning to intermediate
ringers, each movement features simple yet
engaging melodies that are easy to learn and
fun to play. The suite includes a variety of
techniques, such as martellato, martellato lifts,
and echoes, that add interest and excitement to
the music.
11514159 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L2 5.95
Suite Gothique (Chorale and Minuet)—Leon
Boellmann/arr. Patricia Hurlbutt. The first two
movements of this well-known organ suite have
been arranged for handbells and handchimes.
The Chorale is chordal, stately, and a bit
austere. It is followed by the dance-like Minuet
- celebratory, graceful, and somewhat playful.
Handchimes (3-5 octaves) are interspersed
giving variety to the sound in both pieces,
and nicely placed marts, mart lifts, and thumb
damps add to the joyful feel. The option to
move directly from the Chorale to the Minuet
is offered - or each work may stand alone.
11405418 4-6 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.95
Sweet Hour of Prayer—arr. Linda Lamb.
Beginning groups will enjoy playing this simple
yet lovely arrangement of the Bradbury tune.
LV and echo techniques are used effectively,
and a verse of O Master, Let Me Walk with
Thee appears in the middle for contrast. Be
sure to bring out the melody that sometimes is
surrounded by harmony notes. Use for prelude,
offertory, or communion.
11417990 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L1 5.95
Tell the Story (I Love to Tell the Story & Tell
Me the Story of Jesus)—arr. Kevin Stewart.
I Love to Tell the Story and Tell Me the Story
of Jesus have been combined into a beautiful
piece for bells and chimes. It begins with a
legato section underlying the melody which
then segues into a key change and gently
malleted notes supporting the melody line
in the chimes. There are touching nuances
throughout. This will be a lovely addition to your
worship repertoire.
11410808 3-5 Octave
w/3 oct. handchimes. . . L3 4.25
Then Sings My Soul—arr. Anna Laura Page.
This is a flowing and harmonically interesting
setting of the beloved hymn How Great Thou
Art. Its general theme makes it appropriate for
worship services and other events throughout
the year, and the popularity of the beloved
hymn will make it a listener favorite.
11417028 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
11417029 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Transitions of the Heart—Matthew Compton.
This original, thoughtful piece is about self-
discovery, acceptance, and unconditional
love. With a heartfelt story of inspiration found
on the inside cover of the music, this piece will
be a worthy addition to any group's repertoire.
Perfect for a time of reflection, meditation, or an
uplifting moment in worship or a concert, your
ringers and listeners will be moved by this piece.
11425221 3-4 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.95
11425220 5-7 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.95
Triumphant!—Linda Scholes. This original
tune is triumphant indeed! With prominent
syncopation and bold chords throughout, it sets
a joyous and celebratory mood from the outset.
A slower, more thoughtful section featuring
chimes and light malleted bass bells offers
a nice textural contrast before a return to the
opening figure and feel, which rounds out the
piece on a bold celebratory note. While perfect
for an Easter celebration, use this piece for any
moment of celebration in worship or concert!
11375878 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Ubi Caritas—Gustav Holst, Traditional/arr.
Matthew Compton. Church and community
ensembles alike will love the sensitivity
and chance for expressive ringing in this
arrangement that combines the traditional
Gregorian chant Ubi Caritas with Holst's
THAXTED from Jupiter. After a featured verse
of each tune, the arrangement moves to some
original material under the chant before one last
bold statement of the two tunes layered over
one another. This moving arrangement will be
a perfect fit in worship services and concerts.
11397795 4-7 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Un Regalo de Dios (A Gift From God)—
Elizabeth Peters. This creative and lyrical
original work begins in a gentle and relaxed
suspended bell passage in 5/4 that moves
apace without feeling rushed. The engaging
melody flows throughout and soon, a change
to 6/8 time plus addition of a bit of suspended
bell obbligato brings a new feeling to this work.
It continues with a 'waltz feel' to the end with
some unexpected but satisfying developments,
eventually involving more bells and a feel of a
bit more energy leading to the dynamic ending.
11405365 5 Octave
Opt G2 and B2 . . . . . . . L3 4.25
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