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2025 Fall Christmas Church Catalog

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135 Order Toll free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected] Handbell Music Comfort, Comfort Ye My People—arr. Jason W. Krug. This well-crafted setting resonates with a festive spirit, infusing the timeless melody with vibrant energy and warmth. The shifting meter that is part of the hymn tune is expanded with a regularly shifting meter between 5/4 and 6/4, which contributes to the energy. A sprightly tempo upholds the joyous nature of the text. 11568453 3-6 Octave . . . . . . .L4 5.95 Dona Nobis Pacem (with Infant Holy, Infant Lowly)—arr. Paul Douglas. Opening with the simple DONA NOBIS melody, the texture gradually develops by adding contrapuntal lines until the Infant Holy theme is introduced. Two key changes carry into a gorgeous ending as both melodies are heard before fading into silence. With the theme of peace merged with the Polish carol, this piece will be effective in concert or service. 11613114 3-5 Octave . . . . . . .L3 4.95 Echoes of Christmas—arr. Karissa Dennis. The Ukrainian Bell Carol is cleverly combined with What Child Is This? in this arrangement for the Christmas season. Each tune is heard in its entirety before ending quietly. 11620199 3-5 Octave . . . . . . .L3 5.95 Emmanuel, El Shaddai—arr. Sondra Tucker. The plainchant VENI EMMANUEL is ingeniously paired with the Amy Grant standard El Shaddai, creating a mystical and compelling addition to your Advent worship. 11570444 3-6 Octave . . . L2-L2+ 6.25 Exultation on FOREST GREEN—arr. Jason Krug. This exciting and celebratory arrangement can be used for many different occasions throughout the church year but is especially known in conjunction with the hymn texts O Little Town of Bethlehem and O Beautiful the March of Days. Optional 3-6 octaves of handchimes. 11617052 3-6 Octave . . . . . L2+ 4.95 Fantasy on French Carols—arr. Michael Helman. Three beloved French carols - Angels We Have Heard on High; He Is Born and Ding Dong! Merrily on High are woven together in this festive medley suitable for church or concert use. Compatible editions for 2-3 and 3-5 octave ensembles make this a useful festival selection as well. 11620289 2-3 Octave . . . . . L2+ 4.95 11620288 3-5 Octave . . . . . L2+ 4.95 Gesu Bambino—Pietro Yon/arr. Kevin McChesney. The lovely, lilting melody of this charming Italian carol truly shines in the hands of a master arranger. With innovative craftsmanship, the familiar key changes and resolutions are more pleasing than ever. The setting includes a subtle nod to the beloved Advent hymn Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming. 11617049 3-5 Octave . . . . . L2+ 4.95 Glad Tidings of Joy—arr. Lloyd Larson. Pairing God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen and Pat-a-Pan is a delight to listen to or play. Driving malleted rhythms underpin the melody until a brief echo section which gives way to the malleted rhythms once more. A key change introduces the Pat-a-Pan melody before a return to the original key brings the piece in to its exciting conclusion. A must-have for this Christmas season! 10907860 3-5 Octave . . . . . . .L3 4.95 Good Christian Friends, Rejoice (10 Arrangements for Piano with Optional Handbells)—arr. C.E. Walz. Christmas is the perfect time of year to make music with friends and family! These festive piano arrangements can be presented solo or in collaboration with a small handbell choir. The 2-3 octave handbell parts are easily learned and can be performed by just a few ringers. This volume is a great way to make the most joyous time of year a little more joyous! 11566475 opt. Handbells . . . . . .I 26.95 11566476E Piano & Handbells Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . .I 34.95 11566477E 2-3 Octaves Handbells- Reproducible ePrint . . 39.95 Hark the Glad Sound—James Bawden. This celebratory original beautifully conveys the joy of Advent and Christmas seasons beginning with hints of the melody rung in repeated octaves leading into the full-choir main theme. The addition of the optional synthesizer adds depth to the music. A key change segues to a variation of the main theme now rung on handchimes until it leads back to the opening material then on to the dynamic ending. Addition of bar chime, jingle bells and cymbal rolls add to this creative setting. 11583303 3-6 Octave Handbells w/3 or 5 oct. Handchimes . L3 4.95 11583304 Full Score . . . . . . . . L3 5.95 11583305 Instrumental Parts Synthesizer . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 11583306 Instrumental Parts Percussion . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing—arr. Kevin McChesney. This flexible arrangement of MENDELSSOHN may be a stand-alone anthem yet has many possibilities for use with congregational singing. Kevin has outlined the various ways the piece can be used, from providing an introduction to adding sparkle to the last verse. Enjoy this fresh arrangement of the familiar and beloved carol. 11569818 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . L3 5.25 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing—arr. Cathy Moklebust. "Join the triumph of the skies" with this jubilant setting based on the classic Christmas hymn. The introduction features a bell peal including the swing technique that leads into the first verse. After an interlude, the second verse incorporates mallets in the bass, keeping the vibrant rhythm going with treble bells joining the fun with martellatos. Both editions are compatible for massed ringing. 11621329 2-3 Octave . . . . . . L2+ 4.50 11621330 3-5 Octave . . . . . . L2+ 4.50 Hope and Peace (Advent Reflection)— Cathy Moklebust. This ethereal original composition is suitable for any time a quiet moment is needed in worship, school, or concert. When used during the Advent season, it symbolically aligns with the themes of hope and peace represented by two of the four Advent candles. The ending includes an optional quote from the tune VENI EMMANUEL (O Come, O Come, Emmanuel). Techniques included are singing bell, LV, and echo. With very basic rhythms and minimal accidentals, this very accessible composition is appropriate for nearly any group. It is published in compatible editions for 2-3 and 3-5 octaves. 11623867 2-3 Octave . . . L1+-L2 4.95 11623868 3-5 Octave . . . L1+-L2 4.95 Huron Carol (Canadian Christmas Hymn)—arr. H. Dean Wagner. This carol, based on a French folk song, is considered Canada's oldest Christmas song. This setting of the hauntingly lovely melody incorporates singing bells, handchimes (2-7 octaves), LV, and many stopped techniques. After an ethereal introduction, the piece features a legato LV bass line with handchime melody giving way to melody in the bells. Program this lovely setting for the Christmas season, for worship or concert. 11526815 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . L3 4.95 Impressions on Sing We Now of Christmas—arr. Matthew Compton. Haunting and ethereal, this arrangement of the beloved carol NOEL NOUVELET is unlike any you've heard before! Powerful and unique harmonies, interesting color with the use of optional handchimes (3-7 octaves), and unexpected turns keep the interest going from beginning to end. Don't miss this arrangement! It will be a perfect addition to any holiday concert. 11568529 3-7 Octave . . . . . . L3+ 5.95 Music Stands From sturdy conductor's stands to portable options, J.W. Pepper has the right stand for every musician. Find the Perfect Music Stand

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