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Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected] 23 Light Dawns on a Weary World—arr. Sandra Eithun. This hymn, set to the tune TEMPLE OF PEACE, has become a modern classic in many faith communities. Sandy Eithun has arranged the hymn for handbells for the first time, juxtaposing the melody with the traditional round Dona Nobis Pacem. The careful use of the singing bell technique depicts a sunrise, leading to a joyful celebration of creation. 11683839 3-6 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 3 Oct. HC & Perc. . . . L2+ 5.95 My Jesus, I Love Thee—arr. Bill Ingram. A straightforward and expressive setting of this familiar hymn offers beginning ensembles a confident introduction to hymn-based ringing. Predominantly quarter-note motion keeps the piece accessible to developing choirs, and a brief handchime section adds color and a small increase in coordination without exceeding the Level 1-2 range. Printed hymn text allows this arrangement to function effectively with congregational singing or a vocal soloist, making it especially useful for worship services and devotional moments. 11647015 2-3 Octave Handbells opt. HC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L1+ 4.95 My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord—arr. Billy Brandt. A powerful celebration of faith and perseverance, this vibrant and rhythmically engaging setting of the traditional spiritual is enhanced by a seamless quote of Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning. Full of energy, contrast, and expressive opportunity, this arrangement is an ideal selection for worship, festival, or concert settings. 11682128 3-5 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 3-5 Oct. HC & Djembe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 6.25 Onward, Christian Soldiers—arr. John A. Behnke. A versatile and straight-forward arrangement of a beloved gospel hymn, this delightful setting makes fun use of mallets for the bass bells and changing dynamics. Just a couple of bell changes make this a relatively easy piece to learn. Your listeners will enjoy joining in this onward and upward march. 11647022 3 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . L2 4.00 11648512 4-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L2 4.00 Playing with the Hymns: Handbell Parts to Accompany Congregational Singing—arr. Brenda E. Austin. Created to add handbells to congregational singing, these arrangements may be played with the piano or organ or they can serve as the accompaniment. Each hymn includes complementary settings: a standard accompaniment and a variation. The standard version carries the melody clearly and is accessible for most ensembles. The variation offers a more challenging option, incorporating additional techniques and musical interest for choirs ready to expand their skills. 11683067 3-5 Octave Handbells Collection with Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 65.95 Resilient Grace—Cathy Moklebust. This original composition by Cathy Moklebust was written in memory of a beloved ringer who died following a range of challenging health issues. The music moves from joy to sadness and back to joy before a slow ethereal ending. A full range of handbells and handchimes is employed in this moving work. 11683842 3-7 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 3-7 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . . L3 5.95 Rise Up, O Saints of God—arr. Mark Longfield. A fresh, modern setting of FESTAL SONG well suited for general occasions as well as All Saints and Epiphany settings. With driving rhythms and full textures, this arrangement creates a strong, confident, and versatile addition to your worship repertoire. 11682136 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L2 6.25 Serve the Lord with Gladness—Cathy Moklebust. A bright fanfare launches this energetic original work before giving way to a lilting melody that shifts between 6/8 and 3/4, supported by malleted bass lines and flowing inner textures. Scored for 3-7 octave handbells and handchimes, the arrangement incorporates martellato, martlifts, malleting, and contrasting lyrical chime passages, building to a full, resonant finish that makes it a sparkling choice for advanced ensembles in concert or worship settings. 11683569 3-7 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 3-7 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . L4+ 6.95 Sketches on Hyfrydol—arr. Sondra Tucker. Originally scored for flute ensemble and masterfully adapted for handbells, this arrangement brings fresh color to this beloved Welsh tune. Suitable for general occasions as well as Advent, it offers seasoned ensembles an engaging and expressive musical experience through stopped techniques, rhythmic vitality, and graceful melodic lilt. Scored for 3-6 octave handbells, this captivating work is equally effective in worship and concert settings. 11682146 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L3+ 6.25 Sounds of Praise—Linda Scholes. Bright, uplifting writing and varied ringing techniques make this original work an engaging introduction to developing handbell skills for newer ensembles. Flexible and approachable, it works equally well for concerts, worship, or seasonal programming throughout the year. 11688536 2-3 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L1+ 5.95 Spirits Lifted, Peace Bestowed (Joy and Reflection)—Cathy Moklebust. Bright fanfare- like textures and a soaring treble melody launch this expressive original work supported by driving malleted accompaniment and flowing contrapuntal writing. Optional handchimes, echo techniques, and a reflective middle section provide contrast before the music returns in a slower, majestic style, making these compatible 2-3 and 3-6 octave arrangements excellent festival or concert selections for developing through intermediate ensembles. 11683570 2-3 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 2-3 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . . L3 6.50 11683571 3-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L3 6.50 The Church's One Foundation—arr. Cathy Moklebust. Joyful opening and closing sections frame a slower minor-mode middle passage in this expressive yet highly accessible setting of AURELIA, reflecting both the strength and struggle found within the hymn text. Thoughtful Level 1+ writing and approachable techniques make it an excellent choice for beginning or youth ensembles as well as groups needing a quick-to-prepare selection for worship programming. 11683243 3-5 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 3 or 5 Oct. HC . . . . . . L1+ 4.50 This Little Light of Mine—arr. John A. Behnke. Bass mallets, treble shakes, and thumb damps make this a fun and effective piece for Epiphany or any season. It's a Level 2 arrangement for 3 or 5 octaves of bells that keeps ringers happy and shining their light as they play. It is not designed for four-octave choirs. 11669915 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L2 4.00 Thy Dwelling Place—arr. Douglas Smith. Rich harmonic textures and expressive phrasing bring the tune BEACH SPRING to life in this thoughtful setting that also weaves in PROSPECT and WONDROUS LOVE. Ideal for intermediate church handbell choirs, the arrangement works beautifully for worship services, hymn festivals, or concert programming when a reflective yet powerful sacred selection is desired. 3254935 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L3+ 4.95 10053518 Instrumental Parts- Harp/Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . L3+ 7.00 A Time for Peace—Karen L. Buckwalter. A calm, stately, and prayerful composition, a constant flowing eighth-note presence keeps the focus on moving forward. Most of the composition is in a major tonality, and there is an overall feeling of serenity and peace. Perfect for a quiet, reflective moment in a worship service or a change of pace in concert programming, this is appropriate for Sundays that lift up the themes of Advent, Epiphany, post-Easter, the Beatitudes, justice, and peace. 11683550 2-3 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L2+ 4.95 11683551 3-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L2+ 4.95 To Sing God's Praise (NEW BRITAIN)—arr. Caleb J. Onstead. This widely loved hymn tune may have originated as a folk tune in the early 1800s. It was probably sung "slowly with grace notes and melodic embellishments." And was included in a collection of Appalachian tunes in 1829. "Slowly with grace notes" NOT SO this setting by Caleb Onstead! That happens only in the first 9 measures, which feature a creative pairing of two melodic passages in the hymn rung with optional Aux. Bells and handchimes before the energetic rhythms begin. Time signature is basically 7/8 with 3/4. 10/8, and 2/4 interspersed. The melody is Rung throughout the bell and chime ranges and techniques include mallet on padded table, RT, Sk, mart, mart-lift and LV perfectly place for maximum musical effect. Ringers will find this arrangement a fun challenge and audiences will be thoroughly engaged! This is a must-have' for your moderately skilled group! 11676712 5-8 Octave Handbells w/ 5-7 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . . . . L4+ 6.25 Handbells in Worship | Sacred Music for Handbell Choir Process in the key of the first hymn or concert selection. These collections provide processionals in different keys: Worship & Concert Openers (11596197), Four Processionals for Handbells (11204644), and Five Easy Processionals (11416856).