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Handbell Music
Air with Holy, Holy, Holyarr. Linda R.
Lamb. Linda Lamb has expertly combined the
John B. Dykes hymn tune Holy, Holy, Holy with
J.S. Bach's Air from Orchestral Suite No. 3.
The optional handchimes in the middle section
produce a lovely organ-like effect for contrast and
interest. Ringers and audiences alike will enjoy
the combination of these two familiar melodies.
10424966 2/3 Octave opt. 2/3 Octave
Handchimes. . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
Alabarearr. Jeffrey Honore. The tune
ALABARE,
a popular Latin American title with the subtitle
O Praise the Lord, is arranged here by Jeffrey
Honore. Percussion shakers, hand drum, and
wood block enhance the lively melody, while
shakes, martellato lifts, and mallets from the
handbells add to the joy and fun.
10363785 3/5 Octave opt. Shakers,
Hand Drum,
Wood Block . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.75
l All Creatures of Our God and Kingarr.
Paul McKlveen. This stimulating and fast-paced
setting matches the glorious mood and style
of the awe-inspiring hymn. Marts, mart lifts,
echoes and thumb damps add a bit of sparkle
to the middle section, yet the arrangement
remains achievable for most groups. From the
modal sounding beginning to the final triumphant
affirmation of faith, this arrangement will be a
delight whether performed in a church sanctuary
or a concert hall.
10454958 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.25
All Creatures of Our God and KingLinda
Lamb. Show off your mallet techniques in this
light-hearted and jubilant setting of the familiar
hymn tune
LASST UNS ERFREUEN. Arranged in an
accessible, yet fast-paced tempo, with mallet
clicks, rolls, and other techniques in joyful
abandon, this delightful arrangement is a perfect
addition to any worship or concert setting.
10293745 2 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1+ 4.50
All Creatures of Our God and Kingarr.
Michael Ryan. The hymn tune we know and
love so well is presented cleanly in this uplifting
arrangement that works beautifully for two or
three octave bellchoirs. Layering of the hymn
melody, along with some eighth-note textures
give motion and freshness to the setting. An
impressive selection for both developing and
more experienced groups.
10058898 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
All Night, All Dayarr. Susan Geschke.
Following a simple opening statement of this
spiritual's tune, the mood becomes quite spirited
as mallets and thumb damps are employed to
drive this setting forward with lots of energy.
A flowing, worshipful verse provides contrast
before returning to the bouncy rhythms for a big
finish. Uplifting and fun, this charming piece is
sure to brighten any worship or concert occasion.
The new 3-5 octave edition is fully compatible
with the 2-3 octave version, ideal for massed
ringing situations.
8064688 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
10360793 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
4 All Things Bright and Beautifularr. Kevin
McChesney. This arrangement is indeed bright
and beautiful! With mallets, pluck, thumb damp,
shake, and martellato to enhance the texture, it is
also bold, but accessible to both developing and
more advanced choirs.
10462092 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.75
All Things Bright and Beautifularr. Terry
Osman. This charming English hymntune is
given a straightforward treatment, with rich
block chords designed to build confidence in
developing choirs. An accessible arrangement
easily learned, as well as easily enjoyed by
ringers and your congregation.
10366260 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
All Things Bright and Beautiful (This is My
Father's World)arr. Linda Lamb. Combining
two beloved hymns into one handsome offering,
Linda Lamb calls on a number of specialty
techniques to bring these melodies into view. Your
congregation will recognize both the Royal Oak and
Terra Beata tunes, and will enjoy a touch of sparkle
in this attractive setting.
10454332 2/3 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.75
All Things Bright and BeautifulSondra
Tucker. The upbeat and inspirational treatment of
this familiar, well-known tune is playfully enhanced
with the introduction of He's Got The Whole World
in His Hands and mallet techniques in the middle
section for interest. With a lightly flowing style and
nice harmonic writing, augmented with running
eighth note patterns and well-placed syncopation,
this clever arrangement is one that will earn its
place in your library.
10295232 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
Alleluia! Amen!arr. Karen Lakey Buckwalter.
Alleluia! Amen! is an easy, festive arrangement of
the tune
MADRID, known in some hymnals as Come,
Christians Join to Sing. With beautifully arranged
chords ensuring every ringer is supported, the
title builds confidence in developing ringers while
producing a rich, joyous sound. Surrounded with
sparkling, original material, Alleluia! Amen! will be
a wonderful addition to worship services, concerts
and festivals.
10424215 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L1+ 4.50
4 Amazing Grace My Chains are GoneChris
Tomlin & Louie Giglio/arr. Joel Raney. With Celtic
underpinnings, and paired with Newton's classic
hymn, this gripping, contemporary ballad becomes
a perfect worship anthem, thanks to Joel Raney.
Its crowning glory is found in the powerful refrain,
"My chains are gone, I've been set free. My God,
my Savior has ransomed me." This new 3-5 octave
setting can accompany Raney's timeless choral
arrangement, or stand on its own as a featured
handbell offering.
10452258 3/5 Octave opt.
8 handchimes. . AGEHR-L2+ 5.25
Amazing Grace/My Chains Are GoneVarious
Composers. Inspired by the 2006 movie "Amazing
Grace," this contemporary, fresh treatment of John
Newton's iconic hymn makes a natural transition to
a reverent, thought-provoking handbell arrangement.
With good dynamic contrasts and interesting
ornamentation, this gentle setting presents a
wonderful choice for your church music program.
10294932 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
l Ancient Words with Thy WordLynn
DeShazo & Michael W. Smith/arr. Bill Ingram. The
gentle sixteenth notes make this an easy Level 3
arrangement. Combined with Michael W. Smith's
Thy Word, this flowing setting reminds us of the truth
of the Bible and what it means to our lives. Ancient
Words will fit into almost any worship service.
10434582 3/5 Octave opt. 2 Octave
Handchimes. . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
As the DeerMarty Nystron/arr. Geschke. This
gorgeous, new setting of Marty Nystrom's song
was written in memory of a young man who bravely
served in Iraq and sacrificed his life for his country.
For 3-5 octaves with optional 3 octave chimes this
accessible arrangement is an uplifting reminder
that God is the source of our strength in times of
great loss. A simple, guitar-like style accompanies
this reflective meditation, gently leading us to God's
wonderful embrace.
10058409 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.25
l Ave Verum CorpusW.A. Mozart/arr. Jefferey
A. Hall. Jeff Hall's flowing setting for handbells and
keyboard will create a memorable moment during
worship services or concert programs. Shakes are
the only technique employed, as this arrangement
is kept simple to allow the eternal beauty of
Mozart's classic to shine through.
10462086 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 3.75
10462087 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . . 5.50
Be Still My SoulJean Sibelius. Be Still My Soul
is one of the great hymns of the church, and Lorie
Line's flowing and expressive setting creates a
prayerful atmosphere. This arrangement beautifully
combines handbells and piano, along with optional
instruments and voice(s). The music has a great
deal of movement and is organic and lovely.
10293955 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
10293956 Octavo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10293957 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . 15.95
10293958 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 19.95
Be Thou My Visionarr. Sandra Eithun. Scored
in two compatible versions, the traditional Irish tune
Be Thou My Vision opens with a lively and simple
malleted accompaniment. In the second stanza,
thumb damps in the upper trebles complement
the melody highlighted in the mid-range bells
and add interest. The straightforward rhythms
allow developing choirs the opportunity to focus
on listening to balance between the melody and
accompanying parts in this lively declaration of faith.
10424217 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.95
10424218 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.95
Be Thou My Visionarr. Karen Thompson.
The enchanting singing bell technique introduced
in the bass bells, coupled with a light ostinato
in the upper bells, warmly sets an appealing
backdrop to the esteemed Irish melody. The use
of optional handchimes creates the ideal contrast
to the bells and completes the "vision" in this
elegant arrangement.
10368793 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.75
Be Thou My Visionarr. Anna Laura Page.
This gentle Irish melody begins quietly with a calm
harmonic accompaniment played with optional
handchimes. A second energetic statement of the
tune with an exciting malleted accompaniment is
followed by a return to the quiet, harmonic material
that flows to the end. The optional flute adds a
lovely imitative dimension to this setting.
10186378 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
Be Thou My VisionJoel Raney/arr. Sherman.
The gently flowing Celtic melody Slane is
craftily scored here for handbells, two optional
C instruments and cello. Based on a Joel Raney
original piano setting, this gorgeous depiction
utilizes beautiful harmonies and broken chord
patterns making it ideal for handbells. Delicate
and folk-like, it will add a breath of fresh air to any
worship gathering.
10068592 3/6 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
4 Beautiful Saviorarr. Jason W. Krug. Prayerfully
presented, this reverent arrangement opens gently,
with a few echoes and swings, then grows into a
bold declaration of faith. With lovely modulations
and dynamic contrasts, as well as mallets on
suspended handbells during the middle section,
this special arrangement will provide a memorable
musical moment for many services.
10462098 3/6 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
Before the Throne of GodCharitie Lees
Bancroft, Vikki Cook/Joel Raney. Filled with
strong, theological truths, this compelling new
song conveys the pardon and forgiveness that
is found before the throne of God. Beautifully
arranged for 3-5 octave choirs, the setting can also
double as the accompaniment to the SAB choral
arrangement. Optional rhythm parts can be added.
The P/A CD includes one track with rhythm and
handbells and a second with just the rhythm.
10275268 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 5.25
4 Behold a Host, Arrayed in Whitearr. John
Behnke. This beautiful arrangement is based on
the hymn tune
DEN STORE HVIDE FLOK. A simple
and effective introduction, using singing bells
and random ringing with the melody gently
balanced between, is followed by flowing eighth
notes building nicely through each verse. A great
learning opportunity to develop expressive ringing
and phrasing, this setting is a perfect choice for
many worship services throughout the year.
10457636 3/6 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.25
Behold! The King Comes! (Majestic March)
Bill Ingram. This triumphant original work for
beginning bell choir is festive and bright, with
just a few swings and shakes for effect. Simple
to prepare, it offers a splash of color on Palm
Sunday or Christ the King Sunday with your
developing group.
10023342 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L1 3.50
l Bell Peal on
ELLACOMBEarr. Linda R. Lamb.
This light and elegantly simple arrangement
of
ELLACOMBE encourages your ringers and
congregation to focus on the tune, allowing
you to associate it with the text and scripture of
your choice, be it for Palm Sunday, Easter, or
general services. With LV, echoes and shakes for
interest, this lively arrangement will be a delight for
all who hear.
10455012 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
4 Blessed Assurancearr. Lloyd Larson. This
beautiful 9/8 setting gives the familiar hymn a joyful
yet reassuring mood. The rich full, chords and gentle
duple bass rhythms blend with a dancing treble
melody, creating a memorable arrangement. Sure
to be enjoyed for years to come.
10458693 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
Blessed Assurancearr. Sandra Eithun.
Listeners will immediately be captivated by a bold
opening fanfare and a strong, straightforward
tune in this setting of the familiar hymn.
With only one bell change, a few shakes, and
some dynamic changes, beginning ringers
will be able to offer a grand setting any time
an energetic, celebratory piece is needed. An
optional repeat has been included for added
length if desired. The two editions are compatible
for massed ringing.
10187037 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L1 3.95
Blessed Be Your NameMatt & Beth Redman/
arr. Wagner. This mildly rhythmic treatment of one
of today's top Contemporary Christian classics
will be a joy to prepare and present. All elements
fit logically into place with no accidentals. Here
is music that will truly gladden the hearts of your
ringers and your congregation.
10049166 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
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