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Christmas & Holiday | Holiday Choices for Large Ensembles
The Little Drummer Boy
arr. Tammy Waldrop.
This popular melody has become part of the
Christmas tradition in song, and this charming
setting includes an optional processional and
a part for triangle and hand drum. The format
works equally well for 2, 3, or 4 octaves of
handbells and is appropriate in both worship or
school concert settings.
10031494 2-4 Octave Handbells w/opt.
Triangle & Hand Drum . . .L2 3.95
Pat-a-Pan
arr. Susan T. Nelson.
This creative and fun arrangement of the familiar
Burgundian carol captures the Renaissance
feel of the original, especially with the addition
of the optional C instrument (use a recorder if
you can!), triangle, and tambourine. A sure-fire
winner for your Christmas worship or concert.
11517732 3-6 Octave Handbells . .L2+ 5.95
Patapan
arr. Linda Lamb.
Lots of percussive techniques illustrate the text,
"Willy, play your drum." An optional chime melody
with bell descant gives interest to the middle
section. Excitement increases as percussive
effects (mart, TD, mart lift, RT) increase in the last
section. Fun for school or church.
11102342 2-5 Octave Handbells . . .L2 4.95
A Patchwork Christmas
arr. Karen L. Buckwalter.
This delightful arrangement weaves together
several beloved Christmas carols into a vibrant
tapestry of sound, enhanced by a variety of
techniques that add depth and texture. With
timeless melodies, this setting is a perfect
addition to any Christmas repertoire.
11568446 3-5 Octave Handbells . . L3- 5.95
Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
arr. Hart Morris.
Variations and fabulous rhythmic touches create
an irresistible arrangement of this Johnny Marks
tune. A variety of stopped techniques makes
this a creative and fun setting that will keep your
group on their toes and the audience tapping
theirs. The addition of drums and bass will be
the icing on the musical cake! This is a must-
have for your Christmas or holiday concert.
11516244 5-6 Octave Handbells . . .L4 4.95
Rudolph's Christmas Overture
Johnny Marks/arr. Linda Scholes.
What Christmas would be complete without a
little Rudolph? This charming medley combines
all the favorites from the timeless Christmas TV
special. Multiple changes in key signature, meter,
and tempi will keep everyone on their toes!
11622021 3-5 Octave Handbells w/opt.
3-4 Oct. Handchimes . . . L4- 6.25
Silver Bells
arr. Cynthia Dobrinski.
Round out your Christmas programming with
this perennial favorite.
1831502 3-5 Octave Handbells . . .L3 7.00
The Skater's Waltz
arr. Patricia Hurlbutt.
This accessible yet clever arrangement for
beginning choirs uses a variety of stopped
techniques to add color and fun to the familiar
melody. Here's an excellent seasonal selection
for community and church holiday concerts.
11569832 2-3 Octave Handbells . .L1+ 5.25
Twelve Days of Christmas
arr. Robert W. Gardner.
This creative arrangement of the perennial
Christmas favorite uses a variety of styles and
techniques to color each verse: mart-lifts for the
lords a-leaping; suspended mallets for the calling
birds; pluck and thumb damps for six geese
a-laying; waltz time (3/4) for ladies dancing… and
more! Many creative additions can be included in
this fun setting for a holiday concert.
11626880 5-6 Octave Handbells
& 5 Oct. Handchimes . . . .L3 6.25
Two Carols For Christmas
arr. Doug Wagner.
The two carols, easy and simply arranged are:
The Bell Carol and The Coventry Carol. Ideal for
the less experienced choir.
4828836 2 Octave Handbells . . L1-L2 4.00
Ukrainian Bell Carol
arr. Linda Scholes.
A nicely crafted arrangement of a favorite
Christmas piece. Accessible to most mart-lifts
accenting the descending scale and shakes
in just the right places keep the energy going.
Enjoy this short but exciting setting for the
holiday season.
11620253 2-3 Octave Handbells . . .L2 5.95
11620252 3-5 Octave Handbells . . .L2 5.95
Volte on The Holly and the Ivy
arr. Matthew Compton.
A volte is a lively Renaissance dance, and
this arrangement certainly fits that definition.
Mixing original material with the melody of the
English carol, this setting involves changes in
meter, creative use of techniques, and overall
joyous energy that will captivate your audience.
Optional percussion (tambourine, sleigh bells,
hand drum, and orchestral chimes) adds to the
Renaissance feel.
11521525 3-6 Octave Handbells &
3-4 Oct. Handchimes . . .L3+ 5.95
BEST SELLERS
The Little Drummer Boy—arr. Tammy Waldrop.
10031494 2-4 Octave Handbells
w/ Opt. Triangle & Hand Drum . . . . . . L2 3.95
Pat-a-Pan—arr. Susan T. Nelson.
11517732 3-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.95
Patapan—arr. Linda Lamb.
11102342 2-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 4.95
Fum, Fum, Fum—arr. Nicholas Hanson.
11397770 3-7 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 4.95
Christmas Don't Be Late (The Chipmunk Song)—
arr. Mitchell Eithun.
11100459 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 6.25
Good King Wenceslas—arr. Ron Mallory.
11393711 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . L1+ 6.25
Deck the Hall—arr. Karen L. Buckwalter.
11514152 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.95
I Saw Three Ships—arr. Joel Raney.
11514593 3-6 Octave Handbells w/ Piano. . . . . .L3- 6.25
A Charlie Brown Christmas—
arr. Kevin McChesney.
3024833 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 6.25
Last Christmas—
George Michael/arr. Ron Mallory.
10940511 3-5 Octave Handbells
w/opt. 3-4 Oct. Handchimes . . . . . . . L2+ 5.50
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