HANDBELL MUSIC
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Handbell Ensemble -
Lent and Easter
12 Bells in F for Lent and Holy Week—arr.
Jason Krug. Music for 12 Bells in F is becoming
more and more popular, and this very useful
collection expands the catalog with music for
Lent and Holy Week. The titles included are:
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross; O Sacred
Head, Now Wounded; Jesus, Keep Me Near
the Cross; Alas! And Did My Savior Bleed and
Ah, Holy Jesus.
10434557 3 Octave
3 to 6 Ringers . . . . . . . . L2 5.50
A Plea for Mercy—Jason W. Krug. This
haunting original work is perfect for Lent or any
contemplative moment in worship or concert
settings. Utilizing just 12 bells between F5 and
C7, this selection is a perfect choice for the
small or socially-distanced group.
11385732 3 Octave 12 bells (F5-C7)
Reproducible. . . . . . . . . L2 6.50
11385733 Piano Accompaniment . . . . . 6.95
Christ the Lord Is Risen Today—arr. Karen
Lakey Buckwalter. Celebrate Easter with this
joyous setting of the exuberant tune
LLANFAIR.
A staple of Easter repertoire, this very
accessible arrangement for 10 or 12 handbells
stands alone or is made even more festive with
a lively accompaniment keyboard track. Motifs
of "Alleluia" are found throughout both handbell
and accompaniment lines, making it a great
choice for the Easter season.
11343428F 2 Octave 10 or 12 bells,
Reproducible
Download . . . . . . . . . . L2 14.95
11343429F Accompaniment MP3 . . L2 2.95
Endless Prayer and Praise (Distinctive
arrangements for 8 handbells and piano)—
arr. Karen Lakey Buckwalter. This reproducible
collection contains two sprightly, bold
arrangements (Jesus Shall Reign and God
of Grace and God of Glory) and three gentle,
prayerful arrangements (What Wondrous Love
Is This, Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
and Dona Nobis Pacem). Innovative piano
accompaniments add depth and interest as they
support the melody lines. In many instances the
bell part is a single melody line, making some
pieces useful for bell tree or soloist.
11376124 2 Octave 8 bells
Reproducible. . . . . . . . L2 49.95
11376270F 2 Octave 8 bells
Reproducible. . . . . . . . L2 49.95
11376125F Accompaniment MP3 . . . . .12.95
Ever in Your Care—arr. Sandra Eithun.
This creative collection of fun and interesting
hymn arrangements for 12 handbells or
handchimes will be a new go-to for music for
small ensembles. Although optional, the piano
accompaniment enhances the texture and
provides support to the arrangement. Each of
the titles is also published separately. In addition
to print and digital options for the music, a
bundle of downloadable MP3 accompaniment
tracks is also available. Highly recommended!
11343402 3 Octave 12 bells (F5-C7)
Reproducible. . . . . . . . L2 49.95
11343583F 3 Octave 12 bells (F5-C7)
Reproducible
Download . . . . . . . . . . L2 49.95
11343404F Accompaniment
MP3 Bundle . . . . . . . . . . . .12.95
Fantasy on "Hosanna, Loud Hosanna"—
arr. Jantz A. Black. This energetic setting of
the hymn tune
ELLACOMBE is perfect for Palm
Sunday and useful for general worship as a
setting of I Sing the Almighty Power of God.
The full score contains reproducible parts for
piano and 3-octave handbells. It can be played
with six to seven ringers.
11416842 3 Octave Reproducible L2 22.95
Favorite Lent and Easter Hymns for Eight
Bells—arr. Sondra Tucker. Part of the
Favorite Hymns for Eight Bells series for
small ensemble socially distanced ringing,
this reproducible collection contains: What
Wondrous Love; Jesus Walked This Lonesome
Valley; All Glory Laud and Honor; Were You
There; Jesus Christ Is Risen Today; The Strife
Is O'er and This Joyful Eastertide.
11304981 2 Octave Reproducible L2 15.00
Four Easter Hymns for Twelve Bells, Set 2—
arr. Sandra Eithun. This is the second set in a
collection of popular Easter hymns useful for a
busy Easter season when you are shorthanded
for church services or would like to travel with
a small group. Each piece uses only 12 bells,
spanning F5 to C7. Because not every piece
is in the key of F, this collection offers a wide
variety of harmonic possibilities while still
maintaining a small number of ringers. Titles:
I Know That My Redeemer Lives; Now All the
Vault of Heaven Resounds; Christ the Lord Is
Risen Today, Alleluia (Llanfair) and The Strife
Is O'er, the Battle Done.
11102187 3 Octave
12 bells (F5-C7) . . . . . . L2 4.50
Hymn Introductions for Lent and Easter—
arr. Brian Childers. Designed to be rung by
3-6 players using bell trees or tables, these
introductions also work as processionals.
There are options to lead into the hymn ending
on either the dominant or the tonic. With no
page turns, these are easily memorized and
may be shortened or lengthened and even
adapted to accompany hymns. A nice addition
to your group's repertoire!
11383317 5-6 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L3 14.95
Hymns of Faith for Four Ringers—arr. Anna
Laura Page. These reproducible and creative
hymn arrangements are easily prepared
and fun to play. Using only eight handbells or
handchimes ranging from D5 to D6, they are
playable with a two-octave set of bells or chimes.
Enhanced by wonderful piano accompaniments
(included), each of these arrangements provides
a full sound and satisfying experience. With no
bell changes, ringers may play from music
stands instead of tables if desired.
11343400 2 Octave 8 bells (D5-D6)
Reproducible. . . . . . . . L2 44.95
11343581F 2 Octave Reproducible
Download . . . . . . . . . . L2 44.95
Joy Dawned Again on Easter Day—arr.
Karen Lakey Buckwalter. Pairing a jubilant
Easter text with the spirited medieval carol
PUER NOBIS NASCITUR, this arrangement for
twelve bells is a joyful hymn appropriate for
all of Eastertide. Advent and Pentecost hymn
texts pair with this same tune, making this a
very versatile addition to your handbell library.
An MP3 accompaniment track is also available.
11343424F 3 Octave 12 bells (F5-C7)
Reproducible
Download . . . . . . . . . . L2 14.95
11343425F Accompaniment MP3 . . . . . . 2.95
Just as I Am—arr. Sandra Eithun. For 12
bells or chimes, this thoughtful rendering of a
favorite hymn may be used anytime throughout
the year but especially for communion or during
Lent. The optional piano accompaniment
included in the score (or available as an MP3
download) enhances the texture and supports
the ensemble. Included in the collection, Ever
in Your Care.
11343420F 3 Octave 12 bells (F5-C7)
Just As I Am Reproducible
Download . . . . . . . . . . L2 14.95
11343421F Accompaniment MP3 . . L2 2.95
Lamb of God, King of Kings (Lenten and
Eastertide hymns for 12 handbells and
optional piano)—arr. Cathy Moklebust.
This collection for twelve bells (F5-C7)
includes five accessible arrangements
of hymns appropriate for the Lent and
Easter seasons. Includes My Shepherd
Will Supply My Need (
RESIGNATION); My
Song Is Love Unknown (RHOSYMEDRE);
Ah, Holy Jesus (HERZLIEBSTER
JESU);
Good Christian Friends, Rejoice and Sing!
(GELOBT
SEI GOTT); and He Is Risen, He
Is Risen!, subtitled Open Now Thy Gates
of Beauty (UNSER
HERRSCHER). The
piano accompaniments are optional, and
instructions are given for performing with
bells alone.
11417010 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 49.95
11417010F 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 49.95
Lament—Jason W. Krug. This original tune
for twelve handbells between F5 and C7 is a
sombre, mournful melody with complex and
unexpected harmonies. With no bell changes, it
can be played by anywhere from three players
using four-in-hand up to six players each holding
two bells. This piece is a perfect opportunity for
your small ensemble to practice their musicality.
Purchase of this song entitles purchaser to
reproduce for their ensemble's use.
11208743 3 Octave 12 bells, (F5 to C7),
Reproducible. . . . . . . . . .M 6.50
11318231 Piano Accompaniment . .M 6.95
Lenten Medley—arr. Jason W. Krug. Perfect
for any time during the season of Lent, this
luscious medley combines the tunes Go to
Dark Gethsemane; Alas! And Did My Savior
Bleed and Were You There? Utilizing just
12 bells between F5 and C7, this selection
is a perfect choice for the small or socially
distanced group.
11385729 3 Octave 12 bells (F5-C7)
Reproducible. . . . . . . . . L2 6.50
11385730 Piano Accompaniment . . . . . 6.95
O Sacred Head, Now Wounded—arr.
Mitchell Eithun & Sandra Eithun. Also known
as the Passion Chorale, this intriguing setting is
offered for eight or ten handbells with optional
keyboard. Christ's painful journey to the cross
is depicted with dissonant chords and varied
dynamics, especially appropriate as a musical
offering during Holy Week.
11343426F 2 Octave 8 bells or 10 bells
Reproducible
Download . . . . . . . . . . L2 14.95
11343427F Accompaniment MP3 . . L2 2.95
Small but Mighty: Settings for 12 Bells, Vol.
6 for Lent & Easter—arr. Jason W. Krug.
Intended for the small ensemble, this collection
includes eight versatile, musical, and fun
arrangements for Lent, Holy Week, and Easter.
Each setting has been written for the treble clef,
F5-C7, for three to six ringers. Contents: Christ
the Lord Is Risen Today; Thine Be the Glory;
Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross; And Can It Be
That I Should Gain; Alas! And Did My Savior
Bleed; O Sacred Head, Now Wounded; The
Day of Resurrection; Were You There?
11416851 3 Octave
12 bells (F5-C7) . . . . . .M 14.95
Songs of Hope for Four Ringers
(Reproducible arrangements for piano and
8 handbells or handchimes)—arr. Anna
Laura Page. This delightful and accessible
collection of five hymns is arranged for piano
and eight handbells or handchimes. Includes
festive as well as introspective titles. The
supportive and creative piano parts incorporate
interesting harmonic treatments. Because
there are no bell/chime changes, they may
be rung using music stands instead of tables.
Ringers will enjoy preparing and playing these
easy yet satisfying arrangements.
11343585 2 Octave 8 bells (Db5-Db6)
Reproducible. . . . . . . . L2 44.95
11343586F 2 Octave Reproducible
Download . . . . . . . . . . L2 44.95
Twelve Bells +1 for Lent and Easter—arr.
Patricia Cota. With six practical settings for
the Lent and Easter season, this collection is a
great way to expand your bell program through
ensemble ringing. The arrangements, which
are sufficiently challenging for 4-6 ringers on 13
bells, allow for expressive playing and flexibility
in bell assignments as well. Titles: At the Cross;
Christ the Lord is Risen Today; Jesus Paid it
All; My Jesus, I Love Thee; Day of Resurrection
and When I Survey the Wondrous Cross.
10061895 2 Octave For 4-6 Ringers. .14.95
What Wondrous Love Is This—arr. Karen
Lakey Buckwalter. The early American
hymn tune
WONDROUS LOVE is a modal tune
arranged for small ensemble of handbells
or handchimes. Using only eight bells, this
arrangement has an ethereal, peaceful
quality which lifts up the quiet wonder and
awe of God's love. With its theme of God's
love, this hymn is appropriate for any time
of year but especially during Lent and Holy
Week. A piano accompaniment is included.
An audio accompaniment track is also
available if desired.
11343410F 2 Octave 8 bells (C5-D6)
Reproducible
Download . . . . . . . . . . L2 14.95
11343411F Accompaniment MP3 . . L2 2.95
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