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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
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