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Handbell Music
H
ark! The Herald Angels Singarr. Cathy
Moklebust. Arranged in energetic and rhythmic
style, this lively new setting by Cathy Moklebust
is a delightful addition to the Christmas season
repertoire, useful in concert or worship services.
Optional percussion parts for triangle, tambourine,
maracas and bongos will enhance and help
stabilize the varied rhythms and meters.
10305830 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L4 4.95
H
e Is BornDerek K. Hakes. This exultant
arrangement opens with a powerful fanfare based
on Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, then transitions
effortlessly into cooly contrasting settings of the
French carol, He Is Born!, and the ever magnificent
Angels We Have Heard on High. Some well-placed
thumb damping and glorious shakes add to the
overall fun, as the texture flows from syncopated
joy to majestic revelation.
10275723 2/3 Octave . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
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He Is BornLinda Lamb. The dance-like character
in this arrangement of the well-known 18th century
song, Il Est Ne, artfully illustrates the full intent of
the playful carol. Thumb damps, plucked notes, and
table-malleted bells all give this lilting treatment a
toe-tapping vitality. The joyous shakes in the last
handful of measures builds to the undeniable
pronouncement that "He is Born!"
10275642 3/5 Octave . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
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Wonder as I Wanderarr. Cathy Moklebust.
This delicate arrangement of the beloved
Appalachian tune will be a poignant addition to
Christmas services or concerts. The use of chime
tree, finger cymbals, and triangle adds a mysterious
chill to the plaintive mood. Since there are no bell
changes, this arrangement is very accessible.
Compatible editions for two to three and three to
five octaves make this a good festival choice.
10307327 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
10307328 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
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nfant Holy, Infant Lowlyarr. Lloyd Larson.
This tender expression of Infant Holy, Infant Lowly
combined with Once in Royal David's City is charming
in its simplicity. Few effects are used other than LV,
allowing the music to speak for itself. A perfect
seasonal choice for a less experienced handbell
choir, or for those with limited preparation time.
10312036 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.95
4 esus, What a Wonderful Childarr. Lloyd
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Larson. This joyous Christmas spiritual takes on
new life and energy with a fresh, jazzy style in
Lloyd Larson's gospel setting for 3-5 octave choirs.
Rich sonorities and various stopped techniques are
employed throughout to enhance the interest for
both ringers and listeners. This is a refreshing, new
addition to any Christmas worship or concert setting,
certain to become a perennial favorite!
10360789 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L4 4.50
J
oy to the Worldarr. Cynthia Dobrinski. All the
joy of the Christmas season and this exuberant
carol are brought to light in this 3-7 octave
handbell setting by Cynthia Dobrinski. Scored
solidly in C major with only a few accidentals, the
arrangement relies on an active accompaniment,
rhythmic vitality and specialty ringing for a
marvelous effect. It is bursting with energy
from the introductory chords to the magnificent
presentation of the final verse.
10090254 3/7 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
K
eep It Simple (Carols for Chimes or Bells)
Lloyd Larson. This accessible and versatile threeoctave collection is designed to be presented on
either handchimes or handbells. Your inexperienced
ringers will love the selections that include some
of the prominent Yuletide melodies in fresh new
settings. Quickly learned, these arrangements make
ideal considerations for worship or concerts during
the busy Christmas season. Titles: We Three Kings;
Joy to the World; O Come, All Ye Faithful; In the
Bleak Midwinter; Silent Night, Holy Night; O Come,
O Come Emmanuel; Hark, the Herald Angels Sing
and Away in a Manger/Still, Still, Still.
10009755 3 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L1 10.95
K
eep It Simple #5arr. Lloyd Larson. Created
with the beginning choir in mind, these are readily
accessible arrangements of eight Christmas
favorites. Full, dynamic chords characterize
the settings of these familiar carols. A blend of
sacred and secular titles provides ideal repertoire
considerations for less experienced ensembles
needing to prepare yuletide selections with
limited preparation time. Titles: Angels from the
Realms of Glory; Deck the Halls; Good Christian
Friends, Rejoice; Infant Holy, Infant Lowly; Jingle
Bells; O Christmas Tree; The First Noel and We
Wish You a Merry Christmas.
10275810 2 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L1 10.95
10305853 3 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L1 10.95
K
eep It Simple Carols for ChristmasLloyd
Larson. These readily accessible arrangements
of Christmas favorites are now available in a
new collection for 2-octave choirs. Full, lush and
dynamic chords characterize these carol settings.
Each selection is ideal for lesser experienced
groups, as well as ensembles needing to prepare
several yuletide selections with limited preparation
time during the busy holiday season. Titles include:
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; Away in a Manger;
In the Bleak Midwinter; O Come, All Ye Faithful; O
Come, O Come Emmanuel; Silent Night! Holy Night!;
We Three Kings and Joy to the World.
10090259 2 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L1 10.95
L
et Our Carols Fill the SkyMichael Helman.
From songs of angels that announced the blessed
birth to lullabies of shepherds sung around the
manger, these fifteen carol hymn tunes remind
us of all aspects of this joyous event. Presented
in six extended and reproducible selections, the
writing is inventive, the scoring for 3-5 octaves
(with optional handchimes) is solid, and the
effect on all will be enduring. Main titles: On
this Day Earth Shall Ring; Birthday of a King;
Shepherds' Jubilee; Christmas Pastorale; Gesu
Bambino and Away in a Manger.
10276200 3/5 Octave . . AGEHR-L2+ 44.95
T
he Little Drummer Boyarr. 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
or school concert settings.
10031494 2/4 Octave with opt. Triangle
& Hand Drum . . . AGEHR-L2 3.95
l o, How a Rose E'er Bloomingarr. Robert
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Ward. An ostinato pattern in the middle bells
accompanied by full chords from both high and low
bells introduces this hauntingly beautiful carol.
10368801 3 Octave opt. 3 or 4 Octave
Handchimes . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.75
8069148 4/6 Octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
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4 ary Had a Babyarr. Kathleen Wissinger.
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This accessible South Carolina folk melody works
well with almost any size set of handbells or
handchimes, and uses martellato, martellato lifts,
mallets, and echoes to enhance the setting. The
title suggests a Christmas ballad; however, it could
also be used for school or concert hall settings.
A great teaching and performance opportunity
for less experienced ringers.
10374598 2/5 Octave . . . . . 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
N ow the Green Blade RisethKevin
McChesney. The French Carol Noel Nouvelet
has alternate texts which allow it to be used at
Christmas and Easter. This version opens with
malleted rhythms which repeat beneath the tune,
driving it forward. A full sounding arrangement this
one keeps every hand busy yet still is very workable.
An excellent medium level work.
3067717 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
4 Pat-a-Panarr. Sondra K. Tucker. This
energetic rendition of the traditional French carol
is a showcase for light syncopated rhythms and
dynamic control! Listen carefully, and in the midst
of the percussive techniques, you can hear a
whisper of the Ukrainian Bell Carol. Appropriate
for seasonal worship services, this arrangement
makes a great concert opener!
10360794 3/6 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L4 4.95
l Come All Ye FaithfulJohn R. Wade/arr.
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Michael R. Keller. A high-energy celebration from
beginning to end, this Michael Keller setting calls
us to welcome the birth of Christ with joy. The
introduction presents fresh, new motifs which
reappear in the final section, featuring malleting on
the table and martellatos to embellish the exciting
conclusion. This inspiring call to worship is a perfect
choice for Christmas morning!
10360788 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
l Come All Ye Faithfularr. Karen Thompson.
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Festive and grandly treated, this favorite Christmas
tune maintains the majesty of the melody and
finishes in a grand style while offering an exciting part
for all ringers. Use this convincing demonstration of
faith as a call to worship or as a handbell feature for
your Christmas celebration.
10366199 3/6 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
4 o, How a Rose E'er Bloomingarr. Sandra
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Eithun. The mystery of the holy birth is reflected
in the quiet, thoughtful rendering of this beloved
carol. Optional doubling of handchimes on
several chords enhances the tender nature of
this setting. Accessible to most 3-5 octave choirs,
this lovely piece is full of beautiful simplicity for
worship or concert settings.
10360795 3/5 Octave . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
M
ary, Did You Know?arr. Anna Laura
Page. Tender and moving, this arrangement
of Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene's popular
Christmas song mixes bells and optional chimes
throughout its lyrical tapestry. Artistic variations
on the theme are nicely penned into the
introduction, which then follows the main melody
in gentle symmetry. All ringers eventually have
an opportunity to inherit their own portion of the
original line as it skillfully weaves its way through
a beautifully well formed landscape.
10282219 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 3.99
4 nce in Royal David's CityTimothy Bode/
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arr. Kevin McChesney. This accessible setting
of the well-known Advent hymn is given a light,
contemporary treatment by writers Tim Bode and
Kevin McChesney. If you're looking for a traditional
holiday favorite with a refreshing new look, this is it!
10374601 3/5 Octave . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
O
Night DivineSandra Eithun. Poignant and
shimmering, this reflection on O Holy Night is
gloriously conceived. Only a few expected changes
and some perfectly timed swings and shakes, allow
your musicians the luxury to enjoy the atmosphere
they will create. Extremely beautiful with refreshing
harmonic resonance that leans naturally into the
crescendo of the line, this setting is sure to give
your audience goose bumps.
10282212 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.99
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Sing a Song of Bethlehemarr. Anna Laura
Page. This quiet, gentle setting incorporates How
Far is It to Bethlehem, another traditional English
melody. The two melodies offer opportunities for
ringers to play musically and distinguish between
accompaniment and melody notes as the melody
progresses. Appropriate for the Christmas season,
this special arrangement is especially useful for
Christmas Eve and candlelight services.
10307337 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l h Come, All Ye FaithfulJohn F. Wade/arr.
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Kevin McChesney. This setting of the beloved
carol is simple to learn but HUGE in sound! The
first section can be used alone as a prelude or the
entire arrangement can be used with vocal choir
or congregational singing to let everyone join in
the celebration of Christmas.
10374600 3/5 Octave with opt.
Congregation . . . AGEHR-L2 5.50
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rayer at the MangerMichael Ryan. Featuring
Away in a Manger and Rocking Carol, together with
the comforting and appropriately contrasting melody
of Humperdinck's Evening Prayer, this perfectly
peaceful arrangement offers a tearfully joyful lullaby
to the Christ child. Particularly sweet from the
beginning, with some simply stated arpeggios, and
extremely lovely when played on handchimes, your
listeners will be instantly touched by this marvelous
composition. For your ringers, changes occur only
in a handful of measures, thus allowing them to
also take in each precious moment.
10275751 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
4 relude on Stille NachtDouglas E. Wagner.
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The familiar and comforting melody of Stille
Nacht played by the organ wraps around the
congregation with quiet warmth against a flowing
handbell accompaniment, beautifully balanced
and elegantly understated for a moment of
reflection during the Christmas season. A separate
handchime part is available and may be used as
a substitute for the organ.
10367480 2/3 Octave . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
10367485 Instrumental Parts Handchime
(Alternate for Organ) . . . . . . . 4.50
10367492 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . . 5.50
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rince of Peacearr. Bill Ingram. This joyous
arrangement combines Handel's For Unto Us a
Child Is Born with the beloved carol O, Come, All Ye
Faithful. Suitable with handbells or handchimes, it
allows for beginning ringers to experience these two
foundational works and will be a distinct blessing to
your congregation. The three to five octave edition is
new for 2012, and the two editions of this selection
are compatible for massed ringing.
10049183 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.50
10307830 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.50
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