7 Americana Tunes for 12 Bells —
arr. Brian Childers. An excellent reproducible
collection for choirs to ring on the go at patriotic
or Americana-themed events. All arrangements
are in F major (F5 to C7) with no bell changes
required. They are scored on two pages, so there
are no mid-song page turns. They may be played
as a set by finishing each piece with a fermata,
allowing time for ringers to turn the page. The
approximate performance time for the entire set
is 15 minutes.
11618057 Handbell Ensemble
Collection . . . . . . . . . . . .L2 19.95
Allegretto Festivo —J. Wayne Kerr. This
delightful original music has an engaging melody
and features a variety of bell techniques perfect
for ringers who are expanding their ringing
skills. The piece begins with table mallets in
all ranges followed by a similar passage that
is rung. The pattern of playing a section with a
technique followed by the same section rung is
repeated throughout. Techniques include table
mallets, echo, shakes, and marts. There are no
accidentals, and the tempo is moderate. This
is a perfect piece for ringers to have fun with
techniques!
11607444 3-4 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L2 4.25
Arioso in D Minor —J. Wayne Kerr. This
original and melodic work is perfect for that calm
moment in a concert or during worship. With an
engaging melody and subtle articulations, the
piece is filled with nuance and expression.
11607445 3-4 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L2 4.25
Aurora —Benjamin A. Tucker. This skillfully
crafted original begins serenely before moving
into an upbeat malleted bass line that serves
as the foundation for the piece. The melody is
first heard alone, then with a treble ostinato. A
section using handchimes (3 octaves) creates
contrast before returning to the opening material
that builds to an exciting conclusion. For worship,
concert, or festival, this piece will be enjoyable to
play and hear.
11620197 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L3 5.95
Calypso Celebration —adapt. Doreen
Potter/arr. Brenda E. Austin. This adaption of a
familiar Jamaican folk tune is sure to make for a
lively calypso celebration! Optional percussion
keeps the rhythm going while handbells handle
variations on the melody. Also known as the
hymn Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ, this
refreshing arrangement will be useful for many
occasions.
11622005 3-5 Octave Handbells w/opt.
Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . .L3 6.50
Dauntless Celebration —Ron Mallory.
Energetic chords and cascading arpeggios convey
a lively and enduring sense of joyfulness in this
original concert piece. Written in 5/4, a malleted
bass line supports a syncopated melody on bells
with handchimes in the battery adding to the energy.
A slower middle section in 3/2 uses handchimes
to provide contrast. Optional percussion
accentuates the celebratory nature throughout.
Ideal for concert, worship, or festival use.
11623767 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . L3+-L4 4.95
Echoes from a Weary World —
Jason W. Krug. This haunting original tune
features a yearning melody underscored by a
pulsing accompaniment. Unexpected harmonies
abound, and numerous countermelodies weave
in and out, adding depth and interest to the piece.
Appropriate for church or concert use for any
moment of reflection or introspection. Optional 2
octaves handchimes.
11620287 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L3 4.95
A Festival of Joy! —Lloyd Larson.
This delightful, mostly original composition
incorporates Beethoven's
ODE TO JOY and is
sure to be uplifting and fun for both ringers and
audience.
11622000 3-5 Octave Handbells w/opt.
3 Oct. Handchimes. . . . .L2+ 6.25
Hail, Holy Queen (from "Sister Act")—
arr. Kevin McChesney. Remember the movie
"Sister Act" with Whoopi Goldberg? Well, hold
onto your wimple, because here's Hail, Holy
Queen (Oh Maria) from that same movie,
skillfully arranged for handbells! This super-fun
and rollicking arrangement based on the hymn
SALVE REGINA is sure to put a smile on the
face of anyone who hears it!
11617065 3-5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . .L3+ 5.50
Moonrise (Eventide Meditation)—
Brian Childers. Pulsing with gently undulating
rhythms, this original piece contrasts moments
of quiet reflection with strikingly fearless ringing.
Whether rung under its original title or the subtitle
Eventide Meditation, this selection will add to
worship or concert.
11620258 3-6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L2 5.95
A New Day —Caleb J. Onstead.
Reflecting the course of a 24-hour day, this
original tone poem begins with Sunrise as the
sun quietly peeks over the horizon, displaying its
glory. Serene Morning gains energy as it moves
on to Afternoon. Of course, we all feel a bit of an
energy slump in the afternoon and look forward
to a calm Evening and Nighttime rest. The
opening music then returns, brining with it A New
Day... Dynamics are critical throughout and really
bring this unique and creative work to life.
11607443 3-7 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L3 6.25
Rondo Vivo —Michael Mazzatenta.
Energetic and lively, this original handbell
composition will be a fun ring for your inter-
mediate choir. The rondo theme features a
driving malleted bass supporting a syncopated
melody. The contrasting sections use stopped
techniques, handchimes, and varying tempi to
provide excitement. Ideal for massed ringing or
individual ensembles, this piece challenges ringers
with its nonstop action and exciting rhythms.
11622020 3-5 Octave Handbells w/opt.
3 Oct. Handchimes. . . . .L2+ 6.25
Song of the Storm —Christopher Reed.
This original work evokes the energy and thrill
of a thunderstorm! Beginning with scattered
raindrops (thumb damp notes on the high
bells), rolling thunder, and lightning, the piece
moves into the main theme featuring an
engaging melody present throughout in many
creative ways. Mostly rung, the addition of
various stopped sounds makes this tone poem
thoroughly engaging. Many expressive variations
add to the excitement as it moves to the dynamic
ending. This amazing work will be sure to engage
all who ring or hear it!
11613111 5-7 Octave . . . . . . . . L3+-L4- 5.95
Soul Search (Poor Wayfaring
Stranger)—arr. Fred Gramann. This unique
and creative setting of the American folk hymn
Poor Wayfaring Stranger begins with only a hint
of the tune in quarter notes while using the swing
technique on sustained notes as the foundation
for a gradual increase in energy. The piece
becomes more compelling as dynamics and
rhythmic intensity increase, culminating in three
against two rhythms depicted on three staves.
The main theme is not heard until midway through
and is joined by a handchime countermelody that
echoes and then inverts the bell melody. A return
to the opening material brings the piece to an
exciting and dynamic ending.
11607460 5 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . L3-L4 6.25
Take Me Home, Country Roads —arr.
Hart Morris. Everyone remembers this popular
song! The arrangement is true to the original, using
a mix of mallets, thumb damps, and ring touches
plus well-placed shakes and dynamics that
emphasize the tune's upbeat and engaging nature.
Commissioned by the New England Ringers for
their annual Oktobellfest celebration in 2024, this
will definitely be a crowd pleaser and a must-have
addition to your next concert!
11600221 5-7 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . .L3 4.95
The Star-Spangled Banner —
arr. Brian Childers. If you're taking a small group
to ring the national anthem at a sporting event,
this arrangement is a great choice! Ensemble
sized (6-7 ringers), only two pages, and
reproducible by the purchaser, this arrangement
is designed to show off the brilliance of bells
while remaining portable. Premiered by the
Charlotte Bronze Handbell Ensemble at an NBA
game in December 2024.
11618058 Handbells Ensemble . . .L3- 10.00
Vigoureux! —Barbara Scheffter. Immediately
engaging, this original work will uplift everyone's
spirits! The melody is wonderful and appears
throughout in various voicings and styles. Use
of malleted bass provides forward motion, but
there are many sections where the bass rings
and supports the interesting motifs happening
elsewhere. Varying techniques, dynamics, and
transitions from major to minor and back with
well-crafted key changes add to the joy of this
work. Lively and filled with happiness, this piece
will become an audience and ringer favorite!
11613112 3-5 Octave Handbells &
3 Octaves Handchimes . .L3 5.95
Wellerman 2 —arr. Kath Wissinger.
This vibrant concert piece for 12 bells (3-8
ringers) will really wow your audience. This New
Zealand maritime folk ballad was made famous
by a TikTok video that sparked the sea shanty
craze. The bells introduce the first verse and
chorus alone, then the optional piano and hand
drum can join in. For even more fun and energy,
invite the audience to join in the choruses! The
optional piano accompaniment is intermediate
level but offers some easier options. The entire
bell and piano folio is reproducible by the original
purchaser for their own ringers. This arrangement
is also compatible with the previously published
3-5 octave version, Pepper #11361566.
11623803 Handbells Ensemble
with Piano . . . . . . . . . . .L2+ 22.00
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