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Christmas & Holiday | Holiday Choices for Large Ensembles
Jingle Bells—arr. Lloyd Larson. Complete with
mallets, thumb damps, and optional sleigh bells,
this Christmas holiday extravaganza contains all
the elements of fun we associate with the season,
all while daring the audience to sing along!
Beautifully arranged with a slow expressive middle
section for contrast, this is the holiday concert finale
you have been looking for!
10367457 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L2+ 4.95
Last Christmas—George Michael/arr. Ron
Mallory. Enjoy this fun arrangement of the modern
Christmas classic, written and recorded by the
'80s super-duo Wham! A driving malleted bass line
supports the melody in the treble. Add sleigh bells
for extra fun!
10940511 3-5 Octave Handbells
w/ opt. 3-4 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . L2+ 5.50
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 and
school concert settings.
10031494 2-4 Octave Handbells w/ opt. Triangle
& Hand Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 6.25
Patapan—arr. Linda Lamb. Lots of percussive
techniques illustrate the text, "Willy, take your little
drum." An optional chime melody with bell descant
gives interest to the middle section. Excitement
increases as percussive effects (marts, thumb
damps, mart lifts, ring touches) 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
Polyphonic Carol (Ukrainian Folk Tune)—Mykola
Leontovych/arr. Mitchell Eithun. Carol of the Bells
as you have never heard it before! This creative
and delightful arrangement of the Pentatonix'
setting is a modern setting with a classical feel.
11631960 3-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L4- 5.95
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. HC . . . . . . . . L4- 6.25
S'vivon, Sov, Sov, Sov (Dreidel, Spin, Spin,
Spin)—arr. Nicholas A. Hanson. Exciting rhythms
and playful melodic exchanges capture the
spinning energy of the traditional Hanukkah song,
building from light textures into bold, festive full-
ensemble writing. Scored for 3-7 octave handbells
with optional handchimes, the arrangement
incorporates shakes, malleting, martellato
techniques, and contrasting dynamic sections,
making it an exciting selection for holiday concerts
or multicultural programming.
11683572 3-7 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L3- 4.95
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town—arr. Ron Mallory.
This is the perfect concert finale! Audiences will rock
out to this classic Christmas standard popularized
by singers from The Crystals to the Jackson 5 to
Bruce Springsteen. Lots of rhythmic challenges,
a fun jazz section, and chimes that add color and
contrast will keep your ringers on their toes – and
your audience's toes tapping!
11397623 3-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L3 6.95
Silver Bells—Jay Livingston & Ray Evans/arr.
Joel Raney. Bright, lilting waltz rhythms let this
familiar melody truly "ring" with charm. Scored for
3-5 octaves with optional piano, the accessible
techniques, LV ringing, and gentle dynamic shaping
make it a delightful choice for community events
during the holidays or other festive programs.
11683071 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . L2+ 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 is
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. HC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 6.25
Two Carols For Christmas—arr. Doug
Wagner. The Bell Carol and The Coventry Carol,
easy and simply arranged. Ideal for the less
experienced choir.
4828836 2 Octave Handbells . . . . . L1-L2 4.00
Ukrainian Bell Carol—arr. Linda Scholes. This
well-crafted arrangement of a favorite Christmas
piece is accessible to most, with mart-lifts accenting
the descending scale and shakes keeping 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
We Need a Little Christmas—Jerry Herman/arr.
Ron Mallory. This Jerry Herman song from the
musical "Mame" has been delightfully arranged
for handbells and handchimes. This will be a great
addition to your holiday concerts.
10947166 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L3 4.95
BEST SELLERS
The Little Drummer Boy—arr. Tammy Waldrop.
10031494 2-4 Octave Handbells
w/ opt. Triangle & Hand Drum. . . . . . . L2 6.25
Pat-a-Pan—arr. Susan T. Nelson.
11517732 3-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . L2+ 6.25
Patapan—arr. Linda Lamb.
11102342 2-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 4.95
Christmas Don't Be Late (The Chipmunk Song)—
arr. Mitchell Eithun.
11100459 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 6.95
I Saw Three Ships—arr. Joel Raney.
11514593 3-6 Octave Handbells w/ Piano. . . . . .L3- 6.25
Wonderful Christmastime—
Paul McCartney/arr. Ron Mallory.
11410657 3-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . L3+ 5.95
Carol of the Bells (Ukrainian Carol)—
arr. Alex Guebert.
11204323 3-7 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 6.50
Deck the Hall—arr. Karen L. Buckwalter.
11514152 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . .L3- 4.95
A Charlie Brown Christmas—
arr. Kevin McChesney.
3024833 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L3 6.95
Ukrainian Bell Carol—arr. Linda Scholes.
11620253 2-3 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 5.95
11620252 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . . . . . . L2 5.95
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