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O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go—arr. Linda
Scholes. The hymn tune
ST. MARGARET is
set in the framework of Chopin's Etude in
E Major, resulting in a blend that resonates
with listeners, inviting them to reflect on
the enduring nature of divine love and the
assurance it brings in times of uncertainty.
11568460 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Oh, Happy Morning (Loo, Asubuhi Njema)—
Cathy Moklebust. Loo, Asubuhi Njema is the
Swahili translation of Oh, Happy Morning, a title
that describes the upbeat, joyful nature of this
original composition. Marts, mart lifts, mallets,
shaking, LV, and the optional use of gankokwe
(gankogui), caxixi, shekere, and djembe are
all incorporated to make this enjoyable for
everyone. For worship (Easter), festivals, or
other concerts. Editions are compatible.
11539952 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95
11539953 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95
11539954 Full Score & Parts. . . . . . . .14.95
Passacaglia of Remembrance—Fred
Gramann. This beautifully written original work
features an ostinato bass line with well-crafted
variations that develop with each iteration.
Half-note, quarter-note, then eighth- and
sixteenth-note passages and triplets in the
treble bells add a sense of movement while
the bass line remains constant. Written in 3/4
time, the overall structure is symmetrical: a
simple beginning, progressive development
reaching a musical peak, then a return to a
simple ending. This well-crafted piece will
be wonderful in concert, worship (especially
during Lent), and in any memorial or
remembrance event.
11526818 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.25
Pastorale (Psalm 23)—Michael Helman.
Evoking the spirit of the beloved Psalm 23,
this original composition creates a pastoral feel
with a lovely melody and flowing eighth notes.
Echo technique as well as chimes (optional
3-5 octaves) are used throughout. The piece
includes a short reference to the hymn tune
RESIGNATION. While excellent for working
on dynamic contrast and legato ringing, your
ringers and congregation will truly enjoy this
work, which also makes a wonderful addition
to a concert or festival.
11539959 3-6 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Peals of Praise—Karen L. Buckwalter.
Mallets, shakes, and tower swings, oh my!
Pealing scales with strains of Westminster
Chimes combine with original material to create
a piece for worship or concert. The lyric center
section provides a change of pace with optional
handchimes (2-3 octaves) followed by a return
to the driving, malleted opening material.
Editions are compatible for massed ringing.
11568522 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L2 4.95
11568523 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
11568524 Full Score . . . . . . . L2-L3 11.95
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty—arr.
Sondra Tucker. Accessible to most groups
yet energetic and exciting, this setting of
LOBE
DEN HERREN
will make an excellent worship or
festival selection for groups large or small.
11570449 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L2 5.95
Precious Lord, Take My Hand—arr. Joel
Raney. Beautifully scored for handbells,
optional 3-7 octave handchimes, and piano,
this arrangement of the classic hymn tune
begins with handchime vibrato that gives a
vintage feel before moving into a slow gospel
groove. The arrangement includes many
techniques and uses the instrument's full
spectrum of timbres.
11514603 3-6 Octave. . . . . . L2+-L3 7.00
11514604 Full Score
& Parts. . . . . . . . . L2+-L3 16.95
Prelude on "Ar Hyd y Nos"—arr. John A.
Behnke. This delicate take on the beloved
Welsh hymn is perfect for any peaceful
moment in worship or for a soothing contrast
in a concert. Triplets over two beats against
quarter- and eighth-note rhythms add
challenge, but the flowing accompaniment and
careful use of handchimes provide a true sonic
treat! Optional 3-5 octave handchimes.
11540001 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . L3--L4 4.95
Proclamation on St. Thomas (Proclamation)
—Aaron Williams/arr. Karen L. Buckwalter.
This bold, festive arrangement of a familiar
hymn tune from the 1700s may be found
in several hymnals paired with a variety of
texts and titles such as I Love Thy Kingdom,
Lord and Let Justice Flow Like Streams. A
joyous fanfare opening, a pulsing, rhythmic
accompaniment, and a brief stroll into a minor
key all finally lead to a majestic ending. Editions
are compatible.
11568527 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
11568528 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
Promised Land Calypso—Joel Raney. Enjoy
this American hymn tune arranged in a rousing
calypso style! Plenty of stopped techniques are
heard, including marts, mart lifts, and mallet
rolls. Delightfully entertaining to hear and a
blast to play.
11540269 3-6 Octave. . . . . . . . . . .L3- 6.25
Psalm 139—Fred Gramann. The language of
Psalm 139 assures us that God knows us and
is with us everywhere: "If I ascend to heaven
or make my bed in the depths, thou art there!"
This musical interpretation strives to be joyful
and confident, with melodic lines that rise,
then fall, only to rise again even higher. The
central section explores the relative minor key,
reflecting on the final two verses of the psalm
which invite God to search us, know us, and
lead us to higher ground.
11539960 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.95
Puer Nobis Nascitur—arr. John A. Behnke.
This famous hymn tune is used with four
well-known hymn texts - On Jordan's Bank
the Baptist's Cry; That Easter Day With Joy
Was Bright; O Love, How Deep, How Broad,
How High and O Splendor of God's Glory
Bright - making it useful throughout the year.
It's a wonderful arrangement for beginners that
keeps everyone busy ringing.
11532802 2 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 3.95
11532803 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 3.95
Rhapsody on Come Thou Fount—arr. Sondra
K. Tucker. This refreshing, reimagined setting of
the hymn tune
NETTLETON uses tuplets against
straight notes to weave a musical story with a
sense of longing, then a feeling of optimistic
fulfillment. The piece sparkles when the optional
3-5 octaves handchimes are used. Plucks
and malletting on the table provide a stirring
accompaniment to the beautiful melody of this
venerable hymn tune.
11521517 3-6 Octave. . . . . . . L3-L3+ 4.95
HANDBELL
EDUCATIONAL
RESOURCES
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handbell resources,
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Basic Training for Bells—Venita MacGorman. Introducing the essential
skills needed for ringing handbells and handchimes, this collection presents
rote exercises for the ringers to drill each new skill. Music throughout the book,
arranged in both 2- and 3-octave versions, includes hymn arrangements,
classical transcriptions, and original pieces. The music provides all ringers the
opportunity to put each newly learned technique into practice.
8063965 2-3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 12.95
Hal Leonard Handbell Method—Beverly Simpson. Whether an
experienced musician or a non-reader, this step-by-step guide teaches the
basic skills and techniques needed for ringing in a handbell or handchime
choir. Instructions include ringing and damping, basic music reading, practice
and performance pieces, staccato techniques, dynamics, stretches and warm-
ups, and more! A helpful Director's Guide is also included, offering insights
and rehearsal suggestions for several pieces in the book. Instructional
material is demonstrated clearly with photos and illustrations throughout.
10470184 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.99
Beginning Busy Ringers
(First Lessons for the Younger Beginning Ringer)—
Kirtsy Mitchell. Teaching music with chimes or bells from the very beginning
has never been more fun! This reproducible teachers edition contains 56
pages of music, exercises, teaching pages, puzzles, and games that are
perfectly geared to children's bell choirs. Creative and educationally sound,
it is nicely paced to keep students involved and bring them to a level of
proficiency that will give them a sense of real accomplishment.
10040610 3 Octave Reproducible. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L1 29.95
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