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l I Heard the Bells of Christmasarr.
Kevin McChesney. Handbell directors will find
something for all their Christmas needs with Kevin
McChesney's masterful writing in this reproducible
collection. This wonderful volume includes four
of Kevin's best-selling titles along with four new
publications. Titles include: A Yuletide Celebration;
Carol of the Bells; I Heard the Bells on Christmas
Day; I Saw Three Ships; In the Bleak Midwinter;
Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence; Now is Born the
Divine Christ Child; and We Three Kings.
10454990 3/5 Octave
Reproducible . . AGEHR-L3 44.95
l I Saw Three Shipsarr. Anna Laura Page. A
joyful presentation for the Christmas season, this
special arrangement features the combination
of handbells and piano in a starring role. The
use of Wassail, Wassail as the countermelody is
a delightful touch, while alternating sections of
malleted bells with LV add interest. This is a great
holiday choice for worship services or concert halls.
10458700 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
10458701 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . . 5.95
I 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
4 I Wonder as I WanderJohn Jacob Niles/arr.
Peggy Bettcher. The ethereal sound of singing bells
opens this lovely arrangement which combines two
haunting Christmas melodies, the Appalachian folk
tune I Wonder as I Wander and Coventry Carol.
Artistically woven together, this contemplative
composition is a poignant expression of faith for
any Christmas service or program.
10452285 3/5 Octave opt. 3/5 Octave
Handchimes. . . . AGEHR-L2 5.25
l Infant Holy, Infant Lowlyarr. Michael
Mazzatenta. This Polish tune is brought to life
with swelling eighth notes, thumb damp, echo,
and martellato lift, while gently depicting the Babe
asleep in a cattle stall. A great choice for the
advancing beginner choir, or a youth choir learning
new techniques. Combine both youth and adult for
a special offering during your holiday celebration!
10455025 2/3 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L1+ 4.50
l It Came Upon the Midnight ClearRichard
Storrs Willis/arr. Ron Mallory. This beautiful setting
of the beloved carol will soulfully enhance Advent
and Christmas performances. With mallets, pluck,
LV, and thumb damps, this lovely arrangement
should be simple for most choirs.
10462100 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
4 It Came Upon the Midnight Cleararr. Lloyd
Larson. A sweet lullaby for the manger, this accessible
arrangement is a perfect choice for Christmas Eve
services when something very special is needed. A
key change in the middle section introduces a gentler
tone that builds to a hopeful celebration of faith. A
stunning and expressive selection - beautifully done
and highly recommended!
10454824 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
Jesus, What a Wonderful Childarr. Lloyd
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
4 Joseph Dearest, Joseph Minearr. Jason W.
Krug. Hear the true essence of Christmas with
this lovely arrangement of the traditional German
carol. Gently flowing eighth notes by the optional
handchimes support the simple melody very
effectively. Shifting harmonies and expressive
playing lead to amusical climax taking place just
before the end, when the bells echo the name
"Jesus, Jesus."
10455031 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l Joy to the Worldarr. Anna Laura Page. This
grand and compelling arrangement pairs Joy to the
World and Hark! the Herald Angels Sing in a joyous
declaration of Jesus' birth. Optional handchimes
provide a warm tone for the contrasting middle
section. A triumphant opening celebration for
Christmas morning!
10458706 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
l Joyful Christmas Tidingsarr. Bill Ingram. This
energetic setting combines two favorite melodies:
Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (ODE TO JOY) and Joy
to the World (ANTIOCH). There are very few brackets,
though it is playable by almost any size ensemble.
With echo, martellato, and the melody shared
among inner voices, this selection will be useful for
celebratory Christmas programming.
10462094 2/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Keep It Simple (Carols for Chimes or Bells)
Lloyd Larson. This accessible and versatile three-
octave 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
Keep 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
Keep 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
4 Let Heaven and Earth Sing Gloria!arr.
Dan R. Edwards. Announce the great news of
Christ's birth with this high-energy arrangement
in Baroque style using martellato, shakes and
mallets to enhance the effect. Excerpts from
Joy to the World, Gloria (Vivaldi), O Come
All Ye Faithful and Ding Dong Merrily on
High are interspersed throughout to proclaim
the excitement and celebration surrounding
Christ's birth. Ringers and audiences will enjoy
this joyful piece that is perfect for Christmas Eve
worship or concerts.
10454997 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
The 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
4 Lo, How a Rosearr. Cathy Moklebust. Cathy
Moklebust uses singing bell and LV to create
a stunning lush and moving arrangement of
the 16th century carol Lo, How a Rose. The
gentle and ethereal sound of the bells may be
accompanied by optional strings, organ, or
even electronic keyboard using a string setting.
With minimal bell changes, a relaxed tempo
and expressive ringing, this flexible, accessible
arrangement is sure to become a favorite in the
Christmas handbell repertoire.
10456882 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
10456884 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . 13.95
10456888 Instrumental Parts
Strings & Organ . . . . . . . . . 15.95
l Lo, How a Rose E'er Bloomingarr. Ron
Mallory. Ron Mallory offers a sensitive and
expressive arrangement of this beloved Advent
and Christmas tune. Treble and bass players
share the melody in this delightful piece that's
equally lovely on handbells, handchimes, or a
combination of both. Contemplative and reverent.
10455006 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Long Ago, Prophets Knewarr. Linda R.
Lamb. 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
Lo, How a Rose E'er Bloomingarr. Sandra
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
l Lullaby, Jesusarr. Jason W Krug. This
soothing arrangement of the Polish carol Lulajze
Jezuniu offers a wonderful, reflective addition
to your Christmas Eve service. The simple,
charming melody is enhanced by LV, mallets on
suspended handbells and echoes near the end.
10455011 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Mary, 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
l Messiah MedleyG.F. Handel/arr. Dan R.
Edwards. Dan Edwards has woven three much-
loved Messiah themes into a very satisfying
and accessible arrangement for handbells or
handchimes. Includes portions of: And the Glory
of the Lord; For Unto Us a Child is Born; and the
Hallelujah Chorus.
10462096 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l News! News!arr. Jill Fedon. News! News! is
a joyful celebration based on the famous melody
IN DULCI JUBILO and featuring echo rings, shakes,
and martellatos. The tune that is often associated
with this text, Now Sing We Now Rejoice, keeps
both treble and bass ringers busy as they share
the melody. Use this piece to feature beginning
ringers or those with limited preparation time
during the holidays.
10455028 3 OCTAVE . . . . . AGEHR-L1 3.95
Now 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 O Come, All Ye Faithfularr. Tammy Waldrop.
Written as a bright, triumphant call to worship
in a grand processional march style, this inviting
arrangement blends original music with the
traditional festive carol. Incorporating swing, mallets,
thumb damp and shakes for interest, this versatile
selection is a good option for worship or concert.
10454907 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l O Come, All Ye Faithfularr. Matthew Prins.
Matthew Prins breathes new life into a Christmas
standard with this sparkling arrangement. Expect
a few surprises, as this setting uses shake, LV
and damps for interest, and tries out several keys
before building to a climatic finish in G Major.
Your listeners will love it and so will your ringers,
once they've accomplished changing bells.
10462097 3/7 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
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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