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Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected] 5 Christmas & Holiday | New Advent & Christmas for Large Ensemble Hark! The Herald Angels Sing arr. Sandra Eithun. Capturing the majestic and triumphant spirit of the Christmas classic, this festive setting makes a perfect selection for your holiday programming. Opening and closing with bell peals worthy of a cathedral bell tower, the three verses within are solid arrangements with varying rhythmic and color treatments. Four optional handchimes add sonority as part of a rhythmic pattern in the middle verse. An enjoyable and satisfying addition to your Christmas programming. 11622011 3-6 Octave Handbells w/opt. 4 Handchimes . . . .L2 6.25 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 Handbells . .L2+ 4.50 11621330 3-5 Octave Handbells . .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. The editions are compatible for massed ringing. 11623867 2-3 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . L1+-L2 4.95 11623868 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . L1+-L2 4.95 In the Bleak Midwinter arr. Mark Longfield. In this ethereal setting, the Holst tune CRANHAM is set evocatively using singing bells and random ringing to support the melody. Accessible to most choirs, there are no bell changes. 11620200 3-5 Octave Handbells . . .L2 5.95 In the Bleak Midwinter arr. Julie Turner. Playable on either handbells or handchimes, this simple setting of the traditional Holst tune with be a delight for beginning ringers. To help make this arrangement more user-friendly, the 2-octave and 3-octave versions have been formatted separately, both included in the same folio. 11617048 2-3 Octave Handbells . . .L1 4.95 Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine arr. Karen L. Buckwalter. This flowing setting of the well-known German carol is interspersed with statements from the carol A Virgin Most Pure, lending a modal feeling throughout. The harmonies are rich and engaging, bringing new life to a traditional tune. 11620294 3-5 Octave Handbells . . .L3 5.95 Joy to the World arr. Sandra Eithun. This masterwork, written for the Back Bay Ringers, is an exciting setting of the beloved Christmas carol suitable for advanced ensembles. An opening tower-bell-like change ring gives way to a varied series of treatments of the theme. Perfect for a Christmas concert or any time during the Advent and Christmas seasons. 11620295 3-7 Octave Handbells . . .L4 5.95 Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming arr. Jason W. Krug. This traditional Christmas carol originating in 16th-century Germany is perfect for the developing ringer. Written in 3/4, there is gentle movement reflective of a lullaby while keeping the traditional melody prominent. Beginning groups in church or school will find this a very musical offering for the Christmas season. 11622012 2-3 Octave Handbells . .L1+ 6.25 Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming arr. Sondra K. Tucker. This exquisite arrangement begins with rung singing bells that underscore the melody played delicately with "air mallets." The rung middle section uses 4/4 and 3/2 meters with interesting harmonic shifts before returning to the ethereal texture of the opening section. Lovely for Advent or Christmas worship. 11620201 3-6 Octave Handbells . . .L2 5.95 Meditation on Lo, How a Rose arr. Jason W. Krug. Flowing eighth-note arpeggios in 12/8 time underscore this rich setting of the tune ES IST EIN ROS. Delicate countermelodies weave in and out, and several sections on handchimes add a rich sonority to the piece. Perfect for church or concert use during Advent or Christmas. 11620297 3-7 Octave Handbells w/3-7 Oct. Handchimes . .L3 4.95 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel with "God of Grace and God of Glory" arr. Julie Turner. Here is a lovely marrying of VENI EMMANUEL and CWM RHONDDA which begins with ethereal singing bell and mallet rolls on low chimes which then continue to support the melody. The advent melody is featured throughout, with the CWM RHONDDA tune providing contrast. Meters of 4/4 and 3/4 add another level of interest as further interplay between the two hymn tunes, dynamics, and expression leads to a powerful and unique ending. This setting is so nicely crafted it is bound to become a staple in your group's Advent repertoire. 11583314 3-7 Octave Handbells w/3-7 Oct. Handchimes . .L3 5.95 Of the Father's Love Begotten arr. Brian Childers. This poignant and powerful setting of DIVINUM MYSTERIUM will move your ringers and listeners to deeper devotion. Triplets and moving eighths dominate the score, with a quieter chime section in contrast which then builds to a glorious layering of sound. The piece ends simply with random ringing and echoes of the chant motif. 11623801 5-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . L3-L3+ 6.00 Thank you for helping us reach our 150-year milestone!

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