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Handbell Music
for Advent
4 n Advent Celebrationarr. Bill Ingram. Break
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Forth, O Beauteous Heavenly Light and Lo, How
a Rose E'er Blooming are melded together in this
perfect arrangement for your Advent or Christmas
services. Interesting harmonies, chimes, and
various techniques including echoes and swings
bring life to these chorale tunes. This fresh
presentation is a great option when something new
and interesting is needed.
10366274 3/5 Octave . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
l elebrate the Seasonarr. Cathy Moklebust. Go
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easy on your music budget with this reproducible
collection for Advent and Christmas, which
is available in both 2 or 3 and 3, 4 or 5 octave
editions, and includes eight of Cathy's most popular
arrangements for the season. Three of the pieces
also include optional percussion parts. Two of
the pieces may be rung on either handbells or
handchimes, and one includes optional handchimes
with the bells. Titles include: Away in a Manger;
Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus; Infant Holy,
Infant Lowly; Rejoice! Rejoice! (Rejoice, Rejoice
Believers and O Come, O Come Emmanuel); Rise
Up, Shepherd and Follow (There's a Star in the
East); Still, Still, Still; Twas in the Moon of Wintertime
and What is This Lovely Fragrance?
10356689 2/3 Octave
Reproducible . . . AGEHR-L2 49.95
10356690 3/5 Octave
Reproducible . . . AGEHR-L2 49.95
Advent Fantasyarr. Judy Phillips. Advent
Fantasy combines the tunes Comfort, Comfort
Now My People; Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence;
Savior of the Nations, Come and On Jordan's Bank
the Baptist's Cry. This wonderful medley of Advent
hymns will be a delightful addition to handbell
choir libraries and will be useful in many situations
during the Christmas season.
10307319 3/6 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
Advent HopeDerek K. Hakes. The contemplative
strains of Savior of the Nations, Come and Come,
Thou Long-Expected Jesus are woven together in
this lovely musical offering for the Advent season.
With no key alterations, straight-forward ringing,
and only a few bell changes, this is a fine selection
to put together when rehearsals are at a minimum.
A perfect choice to put your congregation in a
thoughtfully prayerful mood.
10275717 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
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hange Ring Prelude on Divinum Mysterium
arr. Fred Gramann. Based on the 13th century
plainsong Of The Father's Love Begotten, this
setting will not be forgotten by your ringers and
congregation. It features lush harmonies and
accessible, yet complex-sounding rhythms. Now
available in a 2-3 octave setting, this is a lovely
offering that combines the aura of the plainsong
and the mystery of the Incarnation during the
Advent season.
8060087 3/6 Octave . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.50
10089520 2/3 Octave . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.50
hime in Advent and Christmasarr. John
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Behnke. This flexible collection features three
seasonal arrangements written especially for
handchimes. Perfect for the weeks leading up to
Christmas, these selections use vibrato and swing
techniques and include an optional procession.
Titles: O Come, O Come Emmanuel; The King Shall
Come and Gentle Mary Laid Her Child.
10068154 2/3 Octave . . . AGEHR-L1+ 4.50
l hime In: Advent and Christmas #2arr. John
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A. Behnke. Continuing the popular "Chime In" series,
these two beautiful Level 1 pieces (Savior of the
Nations Come and O Come All Ye Faithful) use just
simple ringing with full, rich chords and harmonies.
Use this great opportunity to showcase your
beginning or youth choir while building confidence
during the Christmas season.
10366169 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.95
l ome Thou Long Expected Jesusarr. Ron
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Mallory. Gentle syncopation begins and ends this
hymn tune setting of JEFFERSON, with a contrasting
middle section flourishing with sixteenth notes.
Arranged for 3-5 octaves with seven optional
handchimes within a 2-octave set, this setting brings
a fresh new approach to a familiar Advent tune.
10368727 3/5 Octave with 2 Octave
Handchimes . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
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ome, Thou Long Expected Jesusarr. Cathy
Moklebust. Based on the Southern Harmony tune
Jefferson, this Advent arrangement creates a quiet
but energetic feeling. Techniques include pluck,
thumb damp/mallets and martellato. Available in
two editions, the expanded setting for 3-5 octaves
matches perfectly with the 2-3 octave arrangement,
allowing for massed ringing or for additional
octaves with your own ensemble.
8060106 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
10068163 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
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ing Shall ComeCathy Moklebust. This earlyAmerican tune is given an ethereal, mystical
treatment with the addition of optional percussion
that includes suspended and finger cymbals and
a chime tree. With much dynamic contrast, this
arrangement follows flowing, linear passages
with lush chordal sections, and uses no special
techniques other than LV. The two editions are
compatible for massed ringing and are appropriate
for Advent worship or concerts.
10275633 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
10275635 3/6 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
W elcome ChristmasAlbert Hague/arr.
Mallory. Capture the joy of the people of Whoville on Christmas morning with this outstanding
arrangement of the popular tune from the movie
"How the Grinch Stole Christmas." Carefully
scored to help build ringing skills, this fun setting
is guaranteed to delight listeners young and old!
10317891 3/5 Octave opt. 2 Octave
Handchimes . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.25
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ou Raise Me UpBrendan Graham & Rolf
Lovland/arr. Raney. The full, luxurious harmonies
sustained by the handbells are enhanced by the
vibrato of a cello giving an emotional background to
this poignant and lyrical melody. Without question,
this is an absolutely stunning arrangement that is
both exceptionally conceived and inspirational perfect for both church and concert settings. If you
choose only one new handbell title this year, this is
the one. Our highest recommendation!
10293747 3/5 Octave with opt.
3-5 Oct. Handchimes
& Cello . . . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.25
10293752 Instrumental Parts Cello . . . . . 2.50
4 et All Mortal Flesh Keep Silencearr. Michael
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Mazzatenta. Arranger Michael Mazzatenta has
crafted a worshipful and accessible setting of the
French hymn PICARDY, enhanced by singing bells and
mallets on suspended bells. A great way to showcase
the talents of your handbell choir during Advent.
10374597 3/5 Octave opt. 1 Octave
Handchimes . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.75
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et All Mortal Flesh Keep Silencearr. Karen
Thompson. An arrangement that elegantly portrays
the mood of Advent, Let All Mortal Flesh Keep
Silence is unique and versatile. Beginning with a
processional that is quite easy to memorize, the
piece may be rung by a chime choir and handbell
choir or by one handbell choir and keyboard.
Following the Processional is a meditative setting
of the hymn. Options include an immediate segue
from the Processional to the Meditation, or ringing
the two as separate entities.
10307335 2/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l et All Mortal Flesh Keep Silencearr. Cathy
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Moklebust. This arrangement by Cathy Moklebust
of the French tune PICARDY, arranged for handbells
and two octave handchimes, is an enchanting and
lovely tribute to the birth of Christ. Enhanced by
the use of a triangle, finger cymbals, and chime
tree, this accessible arrangement is an excellent
choice to enhance your Christmas celebration and
can also be used during other worship services
throughout the rest of the year.
10313113 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
10363788 3/5 Octave opt.
2-4 Oct. Handchimes
& Percussion . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l ong Ago Prophets Knewarr. Linda R. Lamb.
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This accessible arrangement of the tune PERSONENT
HODIE is extremely flexible, yet the full, rich chords
and slightly mysterious mood make it sound more
challenging than it actually is. With the primary title,
Long Ago Prophets Knew, it is suitable for Advent.
Use the secondary title, On This Day Earth Shall
Ring, when your beginning or youth handbell choir
is featured during your Christmas celebration.
10356671 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 3.95
4 dvent Suite for HandbellsSondra K. Tucker.
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A beautiful suite of three familiar Advent titles,
providing a wonderful sense of anticipation and
hope for the Christmas miracle to come. Each of
the selections can be performed separately and
each one features a separate mood, from lilting
and hopeful, to reverent and respectful, followed
by purposeful rejoicing. Add the optional sleigh
l omfort, Comfort Ye My Peoplearr. Kevin
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bells, finger cymbals, wind chimes, handchimes
McChesney. Seeking a fresh arrangement for Advent
and hand drum for that extra special performance
services? This lively setting of the traditional hymn
of the season. Titles include: Comfort, Comfort
will do nicely! With an energetic tempo and meter
These My People; Savior of the Nations, Come and
changes accented by shakes, this new, upbeat
Prepare the Royal Highway.
rendition is a joy to ring and to hear.
10374586 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
10367381 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 5.95
10020095 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 3.95
Advent Triptycharr. Jason Krug. This mini andbell Hymns for Advent and Christmas
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collection of three traditional carols is a practical
Douglas E. Wagner. Performance success
and effective addition to your ensemble's repertoire.
by just about any handbell ensemble is virtually
Available in 2-3 octaves and 3-5 octave editions, it
guaranteed with each of these eight selections
offers relatively brief arrangements that can be used
based on popular hymns for Advent and Christmas.
4 ake, Awake, for Night Is Flyingarr. Ron
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as service preludes, postludes or candle lighting
No more than 22 bells are required, and ringers
Mallory. Taken in a fresh new direction, this
moments throughout the Advent season. Carefully
do not need to cope with any subdivisions of the
arrangement of a well-known Bach chorale begins
chosen and artistically arranged, they are sure to
beat or any bell changes. Contents are: Gentle Mary
with a malleted, rhythmic accompaniment and is
become part of your December presentations for
Laid Her Child; God Rest You, Merry Christians All;
rounded out with a slower, lyrical middle section
years to come. Titles: Let All Mortal Flesh Keep
Good Christian Friends, Rejoice; Let All Mortal
that incorporates chimes on the melody. The driving
Silence; Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus and Lo,
Flesh Keep Silence; O Come, All Ye Faithful; On
ending is reflective of our excitement as we await
How a Rose E'er Blooming.
Christmas Night All Christians Sing and 'Twas
the birth of the Christ Child.
10281699 2/3 Octave . AGEHR-L2+-L3 5.95
in the Moon of Wintertime.
10366491 3/5 Octave . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
10281700 3/5 Octave . AGEHR-L2+-L3 5.95
8067715 3 Octave . . . . . . . AGEHR-L1 8.95
Handbell Sacred
Christmas
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la Nanita Nana: Sleep, Sleep My Little
JesusSondra K. Tucker. This Colombian
Christmas carol from the 18th century features
the familiar melody artfully enhanced by malleted
eighth notes off the beat to bring out the Spanish
feel of the arrangement. The echo technique
in the quieter section leads to a majestic finish
with full and rich chords to vibrate through
your congregation for a glorious finish. An
exciting and interesting arrangement for that
special Christmas service!
10311030 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
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ll Glory in the HighestSandra Eithun.
Imaginative and rhythmically diverse settings
of Hark! The Heralds Angels Sing, O Come
All Ye Faithful and Angels We Have Heard on
High are creatively blended together in this
fresh Christmas medley. Off beat syncopation
and triplet passages in one carol are cleverly
contrasted with elegantly elongated phrases in
another, while always holding true to the spirit
of each. A sparkling tribute!
10282216 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 3.99
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nd All on Earth RejoicedSandra R Wagner.
With grace and elegant simplicity, the tunes
associated with the hymns Let All Mortal Flesh
Keep Silence and O Come, O Come Emmanuel,
join together to announce the glad tidings of
Christ's birth to a waiting world. Only a few
bell changes are necessary.
10307720 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
And All the Bells on Earth Shall Ring!Various.
Eight traditional carols that everyone loves to hear
at Christmas time are included in this collection
of easy reproducible arrangements written by
some of the best-known and trusted writers
in the handbell music world. Each title may be
performed as a single offering; however, if extended
performance time is required, two or three titles
may be effectively joined together as a mini suite.
Suggestions for such combinations are included
in the Foreword. Titles include: O Come, All Ye
Faithful; It Came Upon the Midnight Clear; Ding
Dong! Merrily on High; O Little Town of Bethlehem;
The First Nowell; Away in a Manger; God Rest You
Merry, Gentlemen and Joy to the World.
10307721 2/3 Octave
reproducible . . . AGEHR-L2 44.95
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