HANDBELL MUSIC
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Rhosymedre—Ralph Vaughan Williams/
arr. Carol Lynn Mizell. Rhosymedre (meaning
"lovely" in Welsh) is the name of a hymn tune
written in the 19th century, named after the
village of Rhosymedre in Wrexham, Wales.
The tune was used by Vaughan Williams as
the basis of the second movement of his organ
composition Three Preludes on Welsh Hymn
Tunes. A faithful transcription of that organ piece,
this arrangement may be played by handbells
and handchimes alone, but optional flute and
cello parts enhance this beautiful setting.
11539961 4-5 Octave w/
3-6 oct. Handchimes. . . L3 4.95
11539962 Full Score & Parts
Flute & Cello . . . . . . . . . . . .11.95
Ring and Rejoice—Cathy Moklebust. This
original composition shines with vibrant energy,
captivating listeners with its dynamic interplay
of melodies and harmonies. Skillful use of
a variety of techniques, textures, and lively
rhythms make it a standout addition to any
concert or worship service.
11568462 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L4 5.95
Ringing Throughout the Year, Vol 2 (Nine
Reproducible Pieces for Three-Octave
Handbells)—Michael Burkhardt. The pieces
in this collection provide opportunities
for ringers to focus on a particular rinign
technique or aspect of musicianship.
Pedagogical information is provided for each
piece. Contents: At the River; Bell Call to
Worship; Bell Tower Peal; Joyful, Joyful;
Kling Glockchen (Ring, Little Bells); O Sacred
Head, Now Wounded; Our Father, We Have
Wandered; Prelude in c minor; Savior of the
Nations, Come; The Strife is O'er.
11566384 3 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . L2 29.00
Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child
—arr. Mitchell Eithun. Handbells are the
background for a haunting alto saxophone solo.
The combination of handbells with sax creates a
reflective atmosphere that will bring this spiritual
to life. The spiritual Steal Away is also heard as
the piece progresses. Use this arrangement to
add a special touch to your Lenten worship. The
alto (E-flat) saxophone part is included.
11542485 3-5 Octave
w/Alto Sax Solo. . . . . . . L3 5.95
A Song of Celebration—Brenda E. Austin. This
original composition is a joyous affirmaton of
ringing and includes many stopped techniques.
Ideal for festival or any celebratory occasion.
11540253 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L2+ 6.25
Song of Joy (The Lord Now Sends Us Forth)
—arr. Patricia Hurlbutt. This rousing and
rhythmic setting of the popular Central
American hymn tune
ENVIADO has a dance-like
feel with offbeat rhythms against the cheerful
melody. A meter change to 3/8 creates a
contrast before leading into the ending. The
theme of the hymn is mission and social justice,
making it useful year-round.
11569826 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.95
11569827 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . .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
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot—arr. Kevin
McChesney. This bright setting of the beloved
spiritual is short and sweet, pulsing with energy
and including many interesting moments to
keep ringers and audience fully engaged. This
versatile arrangement will make a great choice
for church or school.
11569830 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.95
This Little Light of Mine—arr. Kurt Meyer.
Enjoy this toe-tapping setting of the beloved
spiritual. The melody is given a variety of
stylistic treatments with plenty of techniques that
add a special flair. Optional handchimes (two
octaves) highlight the melody while optional
percussion parts (tambourine and chime tree)
make for a truly unforgettable performance.
11533935 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
11533937 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
11533938 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . . . 4.95
Unfolding—Jason W. Krug. This original
depicts the evolution of the ensemble that
commissioned it, from ringing Level 1 music
on chimes to ringing more advanced music
in a variety of styles. Optional 3-6 octave
handchimes add color, while optional djembe
and shekere add flash and excitement!
11567484 3-6 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
11567486 Instrumental Parts
Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95
Walk Medley (LONESOME VALLEY;
SOJOURNER; CLOSER WALK)—arr. Patricia
Hurlbutt. Three favorite hymn tunes containing
a "walk" theme have been combined into a
wonderful arrangement for Lent or other journey-
themed services. Beginning with a luscious
legato treatment of Jesus Walked This Lonely
Valley, it segues nicely into an upbeat version
of I Want Jesus to Walk with Me. A serene and
simple setting of Just a Closer Walk with Thee
develops into a glorious, fully rung setting.
The ending is calm and expressive. Enjoy this
beautifully written medley that will inspire ringers
and audiences alike.
11560169 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Water into Wine—Hart Morris. This beautiful,
expressive, and sensitive work was inspired
by the "water into wine" miracle described in
John 2. The piece begins with an ethereal mix
of wind chimes, singing bell, and handchimes
which underlay the gentle random ringing of
specific notes in the bells. This segues into the
lyrical melody supported by a gentle, flowing LV
accompaniment. Handchimes are featured in a
lovely minor setting, followed by very expressive
sections leading to the return of the beautiful
main theme. It grows to a glorious climax and
then gradually diminishes into a beautiful,
peaceful ending. Well crafted and lovely.
11548393 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.25
What Joyful Music Rings!—arr. Hart Morris.
This jubilant expression of faith weaves
together Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring with
ODE
TO JOY from Beethoven's ninth symphony.
Varying textures, techniques, and timbres keep
the piece engaging, making it equally at home
on the concert stage or church.
11568464 4-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L4 5.95
When the Day of Pentecost Came (Every
Time I Feel the Spirit)—arr. Brian Childers.
This fresh, exciting arrangement of the favorite
African-American spiritual, Every Time I Feel
the Spirit, will definitely inspire and lift spirits!
An optional opening featuring singing bell,
randomly malleted suspended bells, and an
ethereal handchime LV passage is designed
to be played as the Pentecost scripture is being
read. The main tune of the spiritual features the
favorite melody with alternate bells, rhythmic
malleted bass, perfectly placed LV passages,
echoes, handchimes, hand claps, foot stomps,
and mallet clicks as the director chooses.
Dynamics add to the anticipation as it rollicks
along to an unexpected and very exciting ending
with cascading mart-lifts, shakes, mallet rolls,
and even an optional train whistle! An amazingly
creative arrangement for worship and/or concert!
11422396 4-7 Octave w/
4-7 oct. handchimes . . . L4 0.00
With a Jubilant Heart—Jason W. Krug.
Perfectly titled, this joyous piece will lift your
spirits! The original tune set in a lilting 6/8 has
a memorable melody with bold harmonies,
making it a great choice for concert or worship.
The dotted-eighth and -sixteenth rhythmic motif
repeats frequently, making the learning curve
less than it might look at first glance. Enjoy!
11385755 2-3 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
11533939 3-6 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L3+ 4.95
With Grateful Praise We Ring—Tammy
Waldrop. This grand original composition by a
master composer contains beautiful melodies
and a hymn-like middle section. Appropriate for
concert, festival, or church use, this piece will
become a signature work in handbell literature.
11540607 3-6 Octave. . . . . . . . . . . L3 5.95
Yet Not I but Through Christ in Me—Jonny
Robinson, Michael Farren, & Rich Thompson/
arr. Linda Lamb. For modern/contemporary
or blended worship, this arrangement of the
popular worship song is true to the original
and will encourage ringers and congregation
to sing along. Even without singing (words are
printed between the staves) the music provides
a worshipful background for gathering or during
the service. Optional 3-5 octave handchimes.
11542482 3-5 Octave. . . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.95
CHIME BANDS
Great for the classroom!
Chime Bands—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 vision deficiency,
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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