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Angels Sang at BethlehemMatthew Prins.
Cascading peals, confident harmonies, and
uplifting modulations add to this celebration of
glory to the newborn King. Shakes, martellato lifts,
and LVs are utilized throughout. Based on Hark!
The Herald Angels Sing; Angels From the Realms
of Glory and Angels, We Have Heard on High, this
joyous arrangement will help make your Christmas
celebration a memorable one!
10307722 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Angels Sing Gloriaarr. Sandra Eithun. From
the rhythmic opening to the dynamic ending,
this medley containing Ding, Dong! Merrily on
High and Gloria will be enjoyed by ringers and
audiences alike. The flowing middle section which
incorporates chimes is a nice contrast to the Latin
inspired rhythms of the opening and closing. The
addition of the optional percussion parts contributes
to a fun performance for the Christmas season!
10366276 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
10366277 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 19.95
Angels We Have Heard on Higharr. Susan
Geschke. This new treatment of the Christmas
favorite is immediately engaging, and accessible
for any developing bellchoir. Use of scale passages
on bell peals adds sparkle to the melody and brings
a festive air to the presentation. Exuberant from
the first note to the last, this 2-3 octave setting is
suitable for both handbell and handchime choirs.
10090256 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Angels, from the Realms of Gloryarr.
Cynthia Dobrinski. This Cynthia Dobrinksi setting
is a festive addition to the Christmas repertoire.
A big introduction is followed by a rung melody
accompanied by malleted staccatos. The transition
and softer verse two includes echoes, mallet rolls,
martellatos, martellato lifts and mallet lifts with an
abundance of harmonic interest. The third verse
is triumphant with big chords and moving parts,
martellatos and shakes, and the exciting coda
brings it all to an exciting conclusion. Ringers will
find this piece to be three rewarding minutes full of
pleasure in both worship and concert venues.
10305833 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
An Appalachian Christmasarr. Tammy
Waldrop. Combine traditional Christmas carols with
a healthy dose of Bluegrass musical style and you'll
have a good idea of the festive fun waiting in this
Christmas arrangement. Generous use of mallets
and offbeat rhythms keep the medley moving right
up to the final measure.
10095902 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.25
Away in a Mangerarr. Joel Raney. Combining
handbells with optional handchimes, piano, strings
and flute, Joel Raney has created the musical
equivalent of viewing a nativity scene with childlike
wonder. The soothing lullaby moves from Joel's
signature ballad style to a section of whimsical
playfulness, with a multitude of different techniques
and stopped sounds. Incorporating both the familiar
Murray tune along with Kirkpatrick's Cradle Song,
this musical presentation makes a charming
addition to any handbell choir's Christmas program.
10360828 3/5 Octave with opt. 3/5 Octave
Handchimes. . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
10360829 Instrumental Parts
Flute, 2 Violins, 2 Cellos . . . 24.95
Bell Peal on Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
arr. Linda R. Lamb. Celebrate the festive mood
of the Christmas season with this exceptional
arrangement for developing handbell choirs.
Enhanced with LV, shakes, martellato lifts
and swings, the familiar carol takes on a fresh,
joyful feeling!
10317889 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.25
The Bells of Christmas MorningMichael
Ryan. Clever pairing of two beloved bell carols,
Kling, Glockchen and Carol of the Bells, is at the
heart of this fresh and unique offering. A good deal
of ringing is on the beat, with stopped techniques
dominating the soundscape.
10307740 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
A Bit of HandelG.F. Handel/arr. Rogers.
This exciting collection contains abbreviated
arrangements of Awake, My Soul, Pastoral
Symphony and Hallelujah Chorus. Made simple
enough for the beginning bell choir, yet rich with
sound. Each of these selections is appropriate for
school events, church services, and concerts. It's
a great way of introducing the classic standards to
developing choirs!
8059930 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L1 3.95
l Carol of the Bellsarr. Jason W. Krug. Ring
in the Christ Child's birth with this innovative bell
setting of the quintessential Christmas carol. A
touch of drama and intrigue is added by shifting
chords underneath the melody, along with
martellato and pluck at the end of phrases. Opening
with the soft tolling of a single bell, then building to
a grand finale, this wonderful arrangement gives
ringers the opportunity for great expressiveness.
10454999 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
10454998 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
l Carol of the Bells (Ukranian Bell Carol)
Mykola Leontovych/arr. Andrea Handley. Singing
bells underlie the beginning phrases, which gently
crescendo before fading away in this effective
arrangement. A great choice for those who enjoy
a traditional Christmas celebration, but are looking
for a unqiue performance option.
10454379 4/6 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L3+ 6.25
Carol of the BellsCathy Moklebust. From its
delicate opening and closing phrases to its joyous
and full chordal passages, this straightforward
arrangement of the popular carol is full of dynamic
contrast. No special techniques are required, and
bell changes are kept to a minimum. The unique
closing chord creates a bit of sparkling freshness.
Both editions are compatible for massed ringing.
10276238 2/3 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 3.95
Carol of the Bellsarr. Kathleen Wissinger. This
versatile arrangement of an iconic holiday classic,
cast in two compatible editions, features carefully
assigned eighth-note runs, simple syncopation and
at least one bell change per ringer. Advanced groups
may increase the tempo for more excitement. This
piece is an ideal choice for worship, festival, school,
concert and tree lighting celebrations.
10275794 2/3 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
H Carols of the Bellsarr. Kevin McChesney.
A practical, creative and easy collection of seven
traditional Christmas carols that may be rung
separately or joined together in medley fashion.
Styles range from quiet and tender to bold and
energetic, and the eighth note is the smallest beat
division. Included are: Carol of the Bells; Away in
a Manger; The First Noel; Good Christian Folk,
Rejoice; Mary Had a Baby; In the Bleak Midwinter
and Good King Wenceslas.
1834142 3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1+ 8.95
Carols We Love to RingVarious. Eight
treasured carols from eight different composers
are featured in musically attractive settings in
this handsome collection that will become part of
your Christmas celebrations for years to come.
Accessible and beautiful arrangements feature
handbells at their best, with occasional specialty
techniques for contrasting color and style. Also
included is a list of suggestions for combining
arrangements when added length is desirable.
Don't miss this reproducible collection, offered at
an unbeatable price.
10090086 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2 44.95
Catalonian Carolarr. Ronald Kauffmann.
After presenting the familiar seasonal theme, this
arrangement artfully transforms into a call and
response setting, where malleted phrases are
contrasted with a ringing response reminiscent of
village church bells calling the faithful to worship.
Another transition follows in a minor key with a
malleted light Spanish rhythm, before returning
to the glorious village church bells. The use of
martellato followed by a few beats of silence, and the
background rhythms are masterfully used to provide
dramatic moments and contrast, an exceptional
choice for any Advent or Christmas setting.
10312029 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 3.95
Celebrate the Seasonarr. Cathy Moklebust. Go
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
A Celtic Silent NightFranz Gruber/arr. Tierney.
An essential component of every Christmas service
or concert is the inclusion of Silent Night, and this
is sure to become a favorite with its authentic Celtic
rhythms and unique harmonies. This new three
to five octave handbell setting can serve as the
accompaniment to the choral settings available
separately in SATB or SAB with optional violin ( item
10090330 and 10305836), or it can stand alone
as an inspiring piece for handbell choirs.
10305854 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
Chime In: Advent and Christmasarr. John
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
Chime In: Advent and Christmas #2arr.
John 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
Christmas Bell Rejoicingarr. Michael Ryan.
Michael Ryan masterfully incorporates three favorite
Christmas tunes, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Il
Est Ne and Angels We have Heard on High into
this festive medley: a majestic arrangement that
communicates joy through ringing! Accessible,
exciting, and a great opportunity to highlight your
bell choir during the holiday season.
10366192 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Christmas Carol Accompanimentsarr.
Margaret R. Tucker. This reproducible collection will
be an invaluable resource for the Christmas season
that will be used time and time again. The easy
accompaniment chords may be played on either
handbells or handchimes with optional keyboard,
or as stand alone titles. The carol melodies may
be sung using the sing along sheets included and/
or played by a C treble, Bb treble, or C Bass Clef
instrument. A list of harmonically compatible hymnal
settings is provided. Suggestions are included
for combining carols into a medley. This flexible
collection is ideal for your carol accompaniment
needs throughout the holiday season. Titles include:
In the Bleak Midwinter; Once in Royal David's City;
O Little Town of Bethlehem; Jesus, Our Brother,
Strong and Good; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing;
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear; Silent Night; Go,
Tell It on the Mountain; Infant Holy, Infant Lowly; O
Come, O Come Emmanuel; O Come, All Ye Faithful
and Joy to the World.
10307837 2/5 Octave
Reproducible. . .AGEHR-L1+ 49.95
Christmas Carol CelebrationsRuth Elaine
Schram. Celebrate the season by combining your
musical resources with this versatile collection of
ten of the most popular Advent, Christmas and
Epiphany hymns. These titles, scored for handbells
and keyboard, function as stand-alone offerings,
and may be used to heighten the corporate worship
experience by supporting congregational singing.
For maximum flexibility, optional endings and
repeats have been indicated, permitting directors
to customize the length of each selection. Carols
include: O Come, O Come Emmanuel; Come, Thou
Long-Expected Jesus; First Noel; O Come, All Ye
Faithful; Angels We Have Heard on High; Hark! The
Herald Angels Sing; Joy to the World; O Little Town
of Bethlehem; Silent Night and We Three Kings.
10068159 2/3 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2 29.95
Christmas Carols for Three to Six Ringers
Sandra Eithun. With the busy pace of the
holiday season, directors often face scant time
and personnel to adequately prepare music for
presentation in worship or concert. To aid in
alleviating this situation, we offer this superb
volume of classic carol settings that utilize flexible
bell assignments. Each title may be played by three,
four, five, or six ringers, with assignments provided
for each option. Optional keyboard parts add texture
and support. Titles include: Angels We have Heard
on High; Away in a Manger; Gentle Mary Laid Her
Child; He is Born; The Holly and the Ivy and It Came
Upon a Midnight Clear.
10307725 2/3 Octave Reproducible,
opt. Keyboard. . AGEHR-L2 44.95
Christmas Carols for Twelve Bellsarr. Jason
Krug. Whether you're short on ringers or just want
a challenge for some of your more advanced
musicians, this collection is the perfect choice. These
fresh and vibrant arrangements of five well-known
Christmas carols are playable by three, four, five, or
six ringers and require little in the way of preparation
time. With no bell changes, they are perfect for
ringing away from the tables, or even away from the
church. Titles include: Good Christians All, Rejoice;
Away in a Manger; In the Bleak Midwinter; Infant
Holy, Infant Lowly and Silent Night.
10356658 3 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 5.50
Christmas Fantasiaarr. Jason W. Krug. The
imaginative blending of five various carols flows
seamlessly from one to the next for a fitting tribute
to the events surrounding the birth of Christ. The
extensive use of chimes and optional wind chime
adds to the beauty and contemplative flow. Titles
in the medley include Greensleeves (What Child is
This?); Coventry Carol; Away in a Manger; The First
Noel and Stille Nacht.
10366303 3/6 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
H
Christmas Joy (Nine Seasonal Favorites For
Handbells)ed. Larry Pugh. This collection
of nine Christmas carols by some of the most
recognized handbell composers is perfect for
developing choirs. Douglas Wagner, Michael
Helman, Hal Hopson, Kevin McChesney, and
Sharon Elery Rogers have all contributed to this
excellent compilation that stays within the range
of the Level II ensemble. Titles include: Away In
A Manger; Christmas Joy; Fanfare on Adeste
Fideles; Gesu Bambino; Impressions On An Advent
Carol; Infant Holy; Journey Of The Kings; O Come,
O Come, Emmanuel and The Friendly Beasts.
These settings, with their artful musicianship, will
ensure a satisfying musical offering through the
entire Christmas season.
3254620 2 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 8.95
Handbell Christmas
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Away in a Manger—arr. Joel Raney.
10360828 3/5 Octave with opt. 3/5 Octave
Handchimes . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
10360829 Instrumental Parts
Flute, 2 Violins, 2 Cellos. . . . 24.95
Now the Green Blade Riseth—
Kevin McChesney.
3067717 3/5 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
8058528 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Christmas Bell Rejoicing—arr. Michael Ryan.
10366192 3/5 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Coventry Carol—Keith Burt.
10367389 3/5 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
The Little Drummer Boy—arr. Tammy Waldrop.
10031494 2/4 Octave with opt. Triangle
& Hand Drum . AGEHR-L2 3.95
Angels and Shepherds—arr. Linda R. Lamb.
10366275 2/3 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Mary, Did You Know?—arr. Anna Laura Page.
10282219 3/5 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L3 3.99
Bell Peal on "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing"—
arr. Linda R. Lamb.
10317889 2/3 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.25
Repeat the Sounding Joy—
G.F. Handel & J.S. Bach/arr. Susan Nelson.
10360785 3/6 Octave with opt. 2 Octave
Handchimes . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
Carol of the Bells—Cathy Moklebust.
10276238 2/3 Octave . . . AGEHR-L2+ 3.95
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