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Advent & Christmas for Handbell Choir
Carol of the Bells—arr. Jason W.
Krug. Ring in the Christ Child's birth
with this innovative bell setting of the
quintessential Christmas carol. A touch
of drama and intrigue is added by shifting
chords underneath the melody, along with
martellato and pluck at the end of phrases.
Opening with the soft tolling of a single
bell, then building to a grand finale, this
wonderful arrangement gives ringers the
opportunity for great expressiveness.
10454999 2-3 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . . L2 6.50
10454998 3-5 Octave H
andbells . . . . . . . . . . L2 6.50
Carol of the Bells—arr. Cathy Moklebust.
From its delicate opening and closing
phrases to its joyous and full chordal
passages, this straightforward arrangement
of the popular carol is full of dynamic
contrast. No special techniques are
required, and bell changes are kept to a
minimum. The unique closing chord creates
a bit of sparkling freshness. Both editions
are compatible for massed ringing.
10276238 2-3 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . L2+ 4.75
10276236 3-5 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . L2+ 4.75
A Celebration of Christmas (A Medley of
Traditional Carols)—arr. Cathy Moklebust.
This medley of five beloved carols is
playable by handbells and handchimes
alone or as a congregational or audience
sing-along. Optional parts are available
for SATB choir, brass quintet, timpani,
and organ, making this piece an exciting
addition to either Christmas worship or
concert performance. Let vibrate and shake
are the only special techniques required,
and options are given for flexibility in length.
Carols: Hark, the Herald Angels Sing
(
MENDELSSON); O Little Town of Bethlehem
(ST.
LOUIS); Angels We Have Heard on
High (GLORIA);
Silent Night (STILLE NACHT);
Joy to the World (ANTIOCH).
11623881 3-5 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . . L3 7.00
11623882 Choral Score . . . . . . . . . 3.15
11623883 Full Score . . . . . . . L3 18.95
11623884 Instrumental Parts
Organ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95
11623885 Instrumental Parts. . . 19.95
Christmas Fantasia—arr. Martha Lynn
Thompson. Four favorite Christmas
melodies are combined into one amazing
setting perfect for any holiday or worship
program. Beginning with descending chords
reminiscent of tower bells, the timeless
SUSSEX CAROL melody is heard first on
handchimes, then handbells. The piece
then segues to a malleted and rhythmic
OLD
BRETON
melody that becomes an ostinato
pattern supporting an augmented
FIRST
NOEL
melody rung in octaves. Descending
bell chords reemerge and
IN DULCI JUBILO
is featured before bell peals end the piece.
Enjoy this creative setting that is certain to
become a favorite!
11583299 3-5 Octave Handbells
w/ 3 Oct. HC . . . . . . L3 5.95
Christmas Joy Medley—arr. Barbara
Scheffter. Echoes of change ringing begin
and end this medley of Joy to the World
and While by My Sheep. Mart and mallet
accents with few bell changes make this
bright and appealing piece very accessible
to beginning choirs at Christmas.
11102225 3-5 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95
Come, Behold the Newborn King—arr.
Linda Scholes. Ringers and congregations
alike will enjoy this outstanding medley
that embodies the joy of Christmas. Tunes
include ADESTE FIDELIS, REGENT SQUARE,
and IR KINDERLEIN KOMMET. With minimal
bell changes, your ringers can focus on the
many techniques included (mallet, mart,
mart lifts, and shakes). This very accessible
piece will be a wonderful addition to any
Christmas worship service or concert.
Editions are compatible.
11101202 2-3 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . . L2 5.95
11101203 3-5 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . . L2 5.95
Coventry Carol—arr. Cathy Moklebust. This
easy setting of the haunting Christmas tune
sounds much bigger and more difficult than
it is. While the rhythms are all Level 1 and
there are no bell changes, varied techniques
and tempo changes add slightly to the
complexity. Singing bell, finger cymbals, and
bells malleted off the table create a mystical
backdrop against which the rung melody
is heard. Martellato is used effectively
to convey "Herod the king in his raging."
Available in compatible 2-3 and 3-5 octave
settings; use for worship, concert, or festival.
11620286 2-3 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95
11620285 3-5 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95
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
Handbells . . . . . . . . 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
Handbells . . . . . . . . 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
Handbells . . . . .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.
11617052 3-6 Octave Handbells w/opt.
3-6 Oct. HC . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
Fantasia on Come, Thou Long-Expected
Jesus—arr. Carol Lynn Mizell. When this
piece premiered as the prelude to a Lessons
and Carols service, four trombones played
from the balcony with the handbells and solo
handbell tree located in the chancel area. If
you are short a few trombones, a reduction of
the trombone parts for organ or synthesizer is
also available. The solo part has options for
a handbell tree or solo treble instrument (C,
B flat, or E flat) or solo bass C instrument.
Enjoy the antiphonal effects of the trombones
and the bells as they present the
HYFRYDOL
tune with interwoven interludes.
11623878 2-5 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . . L3 5.95
11623879 Full Score &
Instrumental Parts. L3 14.95
11623880 Instrumental Parts Organ/
Synth & Solo Inst . . . . . 7.45
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
Handbells . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
11620288 3-5 Octave
Handbells . . . . . . . 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
Handbells . . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
Good Christians All, Rejoice (IN DULCI
JUBILO)—arr. Brian Childers. This creative
setting of the Christmas favorite
IN DULCI
JUBILO
is written in 6/8 and has a joyful
waltz feel. A gentle and more interpretive
middle section features handchimes
with vibrato. The final section features a
malleted rhythmic bass leads to an exciting
and dynamic ending. What a fun setting this
is for Level 3 and up handbell teams!
11583301 4-7 Octave Handbells
& 4-5 Oct. HC . . . . L3+ 5.95
Good Christian Friends, Rejoice (IN
DULCI JUBILO)—arr.
Arnold B. Sherman.
This arrangement of the lively and joyous
Christmas hymn
IN DULCI JUBILO captures
its festive spirit, making it ideal for holiday
performances in churches, community
groups, or schools.
11622010 3-5 Octave Handbells w/opt.
3-5 Oct. HC . . . . . . L2+ 6.25
Good King Wenceslas—arr. Brian Childers.
Fun and rhythmic setting of
TEMPUS ADEST
FLORIDUM for a small choir with optional
piano accompaniment and percussion
(tambourine and triangle/finger cymbals).
11643196 2 Octave Handbells
w/ Piano. . . . . . . . . L1+ 6.00
11643197 Full Score . . . . . . L1+ 10.00
11643198 Instrumental Parts
Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
11643199 Instrumental Parts
Percussion . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
11643200 Handbell Complete Set –
Reproducible. . . . L1+ 50.00
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. HC . . . 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.
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 HC . . . . . . . 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
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