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l Allegro (from "Concerto in A minor BWV
593")—Antonio Vivaldi & J.S. Bach/
arr. Fred Gramann. Played at Distinctly Bronze
West 2013, this virtuoso Vivaldi/Bach transcription
has received rave reviews, and Fred Gramann
orchestrated it perfectly for handbells! This Baroque
piece uses mallets and stopped techniques to
enhance the flurry of notes, providing marvelous
musical and visual effects to delight the audience.
A great title for the advanced choir looking for a
wonderful musical challenge!
10425058 5/7 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L5 5.95
l arcarole—Patricia Cota Sanders.
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Barcarole imitates the boat songs of Venice,
opening with a simple minor melody. After moving
to a picture of calm, the beginning section returns,
much bigger and embellished by fuller chords and
rhythmic accompaniment using strategically placed
thumb damps. A subdued ending evokes waves
gradually subsiding on the shoreline- a reminder
that after a storm comes peace.
10360786 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
wana Awabariki (May God Grant You a
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Blessing)—arr. Susan T. Nelson. This traditional
Swahili song with its energetic rhythms, stopped
techniques and optional percussion is accessible
and fun. The call and response and chord voicings
imitate the sound of traditional African choral music.
The melody in the bells serves as the "leader," with
the optional chimes as the "chorus."
10090255 3/5 Octave with opt.
3-5 Oct. Handchimes
& Drum . . . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
arillon Celebration—Douglas E. Wagner.
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Designed to give less experienced ringers a chance
to build confidence, this original composition
uses fast-paced block chord styling to give a full,
sonorous sound with a light and celebratory style.
Also uses swings and shakes to enhance the
melody and develop the skills of your ringers. This
title is sure to lift the hearts of your audience.
10294944 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l elebrate with Gladness—
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arr. Susan Geschke. Bursting with energy, this
new setting of a traditional Hungarian folk song
leaps from the pages and is immediately engaging.
Mallets, marts, mart lifts, shakes, the echo
technique and even a few grace notes will keep your
ringers on their toes. Achievable for most choirs, this
piece is ideal for concert, worship or festivals.
10424173 2/3 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l Declaration of Praise—Dan R. Edwards.
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This dynamic, rhythmically exciting original work for
handbells will be delightful in any concert, festival,
or worship setting. The use of mallets, martellatos,
martellato lifts, and shakes will keep your ringers
interested and challenged, and will provide a visual
and musical performance that will be remembered
for a long time!
10424973 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.95
l xpedition—Joel Raney. This monumental
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composition lives up to its title as the ringers
embark on a journey through a variety of cleverly
crafted melodies and sounds. For the accomplished
concert choir it is a memorable musical Expedition
worthy of the challenge.
104242145/7 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L5 4.95
l igue—Jason W. Krug. This intriguing and
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engaging gigue in a minor key just invites you to
dance along! Martellato and mallets are added for
interest before a final rhythmic section builds in
intensity to the exciting conclusion!
10424871 3/6 Octave . . . . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.50
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l lorious Celebration—Cynthia Dobrinski.
This dynamic original handbell setting is a great
way to set the mood for any joyous or memorable
occasion. The energizing opening is a buildup
of sound, as the handbells create a resounding
crescendo from a single note into a full chord
presentation. Whether for Easter morning, Pentecost
or concert, this is an easily learned selection that is
bound to entrance the listener.
10424213 3/6 Octave . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
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4 allelujah—Leonard Cohen/arr. Joel Raney.
Known around the globe, this Leonard Cohen title
has become a standard inspirational song, leading
Joel Raney to set it for 3-5 octave handbells and
optional handchimes and synthesizer. In this
wonderfully emotional and moving rendition, ringers
will enjoy the serenity and beauty of the steady
eighth note patterns that accompany the familiar
melody. Its status as a "secular hymn" makes it a
cross-over piece that is highly recommended for any
concert or worship setting. The optional synthesizer
part enhances the overall haunting atmosphere.
10424209 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L3 5.25
10424210 Instrumental Parts
Synthesizer Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
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oy and Elation—Cynthia Dobrinski.
The sparkling rhythms and memorable melody
of this easy-to-learn original composition create
an exuberant celebratory mood. Bell changes are
minimal. The optional flute and strategically placed
handbell techniques add pizzazz.
10052631 3/5 Octave
with opt. Flute . . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
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Jubilant Rondo—Cynthia Dobrinski.
This engaging, original composition features a light
and jaunty theme and constant energy throughout.
Written in 4/4 meter, the use of dotted rhythms
contributes to the piece's bouncy, joyful quality.
Handbell techniques abound with shakes, echoes,
martellato, mallets and mallet rolls to keep the
ringers challenged, but there are very few required
bell changes. A Jubilant Rondo was commissioned
by the Greater Dallas Handbell Association for their
2012 spring festivals.
10342554 3/6 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
l Knick Knack Paddy Whack—
Altermann Hundeknochen/arr. Dan Edwards.
A whimsical look at the familiar children's song in a
theme and variations format, including a trip to the
prairie and a round of jazz. This one is pure fun, and
may well become encore material - enjoyed by both
children and adults!
10374594 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
Peal Con Brio—Karen Thompson.
This 2012 Area 2 Young Ringers Composition
Contest winner is a stunning original piece. Based
on a G-minor scale, it uses syncopated rhythms,
damps, echo, LV, RT and shakes for interest. With
no bell changes, it could be used as a processional
or concert opener; since it's compatible with the 4-6
octave arrangement, it would be great for massed
ringing as well.
10366170 2/3 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
10366171 4/6 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
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l rocessional in C—John A. Behnke.
This festive piece is multi-functional and can be
used for services, weddings, and concerts, and it
even offers an optional processional. Achievable
for inexperienced choirs or those choirs with limited
preparation time, this arrangement also features a
keyboard/organ part to support the handbells, and
an optional trumpet part to add a majestic element
to the whole arrangement.
10425055 3/5 Octave with Trumpet
& Keyboard . . . . . . . AGEHR-L1+ 4.50
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l ing With 6: The Classics #2—
arr. Martha Lynn Thompson. Martha Lynn
Thompson's latest volume of Ring With 6 settings
consists of five familiar pieces from the classical
repertoire suitable for worship and concerts. The
12-bell concept has been expanded to include C5 C7, and the arrangements are a bit longer and more
challenging. Suggested assignments are provided
for each piece, and all may be rung by 6 ringers
without using any 4-in-hand ringing. Titles include:
Rondeau from "Symphonies de Fanfare" (Mouret);
Rondeau "The Fifers" (Purcell); To a Wild Rose from
"Woodland Sketches" (MacDowell); Largo from
"The Four Seasons, Winter" (Vivaldi) and Fanfare
(Lemmens).
10360796 Handbells for 6 Ringers . . . . . . . . 7.95
l Semper Fidelis—John Philip Sousa/
arr. Carol Lynn Mizell. Add the optional three
octave handchimes, timpani, snare drum, bass
drum and cymbal to your handbell choir for a
true celebration of patriotic pride. A great choice
for a summer patriotic performance or for any
concert venue, this beloved march dedicated to
the officers and men of the U.S. Marine Corps will
delight your audience!
10424286 5/7 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L6 5.50
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imple Gifts—arr. Susan Geschke. Many times
the simplest messages are the most profound, and
this accessible setting for 2-octave choirs carries
an unadorned beauty that will penetrate the heart
of those who hear it. Gentle syncopations and no
accidentals keep the flow of the piece intact from
beginning to end. Very nicely done.
10058443 2 Octave . . . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
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l Solemn Procession—B. Wayne Bisbee.
A wonderful attention-getting prelude for a service
or concert, A Solemn Procession is composed for
three to five octaves of handbells and uses swing
effects with an optional hand drum. This dramatic,
exciting work can be used for the seasons of Advent
or Lent or as a general concert processional.
10366175 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 3.95
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l hrough the Walk of Life—
Matthew Compton. Through the Walk of Life is a
celebration of our journey through life. The constant
eighth note motion, alternating 4/4 and 7/8 meters,
and syncopated rhythms keep the energy high.
Mallets add further vitality to the piece as a joyous
undertone to the recurring melody. Excitement
abounds as the key change brings back all of the
original elements, leading to a dynamic fanfare finale.
10424289 3/7 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L4 4.95
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l ransformation—Kevin McChesney.
Transformation makes extensive use of the singing
bell technique. It will be especially effective in
contemplative or meditative worship services
where a mood of tranquility is desired. This popular
technique has a mesmerizing quality, allowing
listeners to feel transformed into a feeling of peace
and relaxation. A wonderful contrast piece for
concerts and festivals, this work is also an effective
vehicle for worship.
10356680 3/7 Octave . . . . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
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ith a Joyful Spirit—Paul A. McKlveen.
This 2012 Area 2 Festival Conference Division
winner is a joyful original piece that features
handchimes, suspended mallet work, echoes, and
martellatos. Featuring a wonderful melody, this
effervescent work is a winner for both ringers and all
who hear it.
10366173 3/5 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
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l romised Land (with Rondeau)—
arr. Tammy Waldrop. Tammy Waldrop has
skillfully woven an American folk tune with
Mouret's Rondeau to create a lively and energetic
arrangement. Your choir will appreciate the mixture
of elements from classical music and gospel song,
as well as the use of thumb damp technique to
enhance the overall style of the music.
10425017 2/3 Octave . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
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