l I Will Sing of My RedeemerJames
McGranahan/arr. Linda R. Lamb. Mixed meter
using 12/8 and 9/8 and consistent bell changes
are the defining characteristics of Linda Lamb's
take on the cherished hymn. Most effective with
both handbells and handchimes in the middle
section, this delightful piece will evoke thoughts
of the text through its incredible melodic clarity,
inducing your congregation to thoroughly reflect on
our Redeemer.
10490135 3/5 Octave opt. 3 oct.
Handchimes . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
I Will Sing of My RedeemerLloyd Larson.
Ideally suited for Palm Sunday or Easter, this
joyous setting based on the hymn tune
HYFRYDOL
can be used as a call to worship, yet it is also
suitable for many other worship services. With
quiet, reflective sections contrasting warmly with
sections of resonating and intense conviction, this
masterful composition brings out every emotional
and dynamic option available to us. Exceptionally
well-done!
10293746 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
I'm Just a Poor Wayfaring Strangerarr.
Tammy Waldrop. This arrangement invokes
the style of American Mountain and Bluegrass
music. The opening malleted bass line mimics
the plucked strings of the acoustic bass; the treble
thumb-damped chords resemble the "chop" of the
mandolin, and the melody sings forth as a violin in
a mournful low register.
10003216 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
I've Got the Joy (Down In My Heart)arr.
Valerie Stephenson. Your listeners will have the joy,
too, when they hear this captivating arrangement
of a traditional camp song that has enough sparkle
and glee to brighten any performance space. Use
mallets, optional bongos or small percussion, and
a peppy tempo and you'll create a memorable
presentation in worship, festival or concert
appearances with your group!
10062002 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wisearr. Kevin
McChesney. Kevin McChesney brings something
intriguing and new to this traditional favorite hymn,
with swings near the beginning to staccato notes,
marts, and shakes that give the familiar title a
contemporary feel. This Level 2 arrangement of the
Welsh tune
ST. DENIO can be used at many times
during the church year.
10489101 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
In Christ Alonearr. Sandra Eithun. Stuart
Townend and Keith Getty's powerful praise and
worship song has been scored for 3-5 octaves of
handbells with optional handchimes in this bold and
accessible arrangement. Just as the lyrics of the
song grow in intensity, so does each verse of this
setting increase in passion to express the message:
"In Christ alone my hope is found, He is my light, my
strength, my song."
10040547 3/5 Octave opt. 2 Oct.
Handchimes . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.25
Jesu, Joy of Man's DesiringJ.S. Bach/arr.
Philip Roberts. This is a transcription of Bach's
Jesus, Bliebet Meine Freude from "Cantata
147", Herz und Mund und Tat und Lieben. It is
a consummate choice for weddings, concerts,
and of course, worship. This setting also offers
an excellent opportunity for budding handbell
soloists. The melody can be rung on handbells or
handchimes or played by any C instrument. Scored
for 3, 4, 5 octaves handbells with optional 3 octaves
handchimes solo or solo C instrument.
10419065 3/5 Octave opt. Handchime or
C Inst. Solo. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.25
l Jesus Calls Usarr. Karen Thompson. This
cherished hymn calls for discipleship. With an
accompaniment reminiscent of waves across the
water, this poignant, tender setting evokes the
wonderful text "Jesus calls me o'er the tumult of
our life's wild restless sea" and is a beautiful tribute
and affirmation for those called into God's service.
10489509 3/6 Octave opt. 3/5 oct.
Handchimes . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
Jesus Loves Mearr. Michael Glasgow. Recall
with your congregation the timeless truth of Jesus'
love with this tender arrangement of William
Bradbury's children's song, scored here with many
performance options. It can be played with two bell
choirs - a 2-3 octave group along with your 3-6
octave adult group - or either group can play alone
with piano accompaniment. If you have a children's
bell choir, use them on handchimes in the 2-octave
version with piano. In fact, you can feature this
hymn in this setting every year for Home and Family
services and try it a different way each time.
10095670 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l Jesus Shall Reignarr. Linda R. Lamb. This
arrangement will keep your ringers engaged as
they encounter multiple opportunities to improve
their handbell proficiency. Martellato, martellato
lift, echo, LV, and shake techniques all appear
in this exciting setting devoid of bell changes or
subdivisions of the beat. An excellent beginning
piece with well-placed techniques used only one at
a time to facilitate learning.
10490039 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.50
10490044 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.50
Jesus Shall Reignarr. Sondra K. Tucker. This
great call to worship, with its optional trumpet
and energetic malleted accompaniment, opens
with a majestic fanfare. The triumphant, grand
ending features handbells taking the lead while the
trumpet descant soars over the congregation. A joy
to behold, this piece is truly a showcase for your
handbell ensemble.
10366384 3/6 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
Jig On Morning Songarr. Sondra Tucker. This
traditional hymn sparkles with Celtic flair. Driving
malleted rhythms and lilting melodies dance
together in an exciting new twist guaranteed to
engage the interest of your audience!
10318423 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
Joshua Fit the Battle of Jerichoarr. Susan
Geschke. This rollicking spiritual, part of the Two-
Octave Gem series, will charm and delight with its
easy swing, lively melody and energetic plucks. A
slower, meditative middle section with lots of LVs
provides wonderful contrast. Advanced groups
may increase the tempo for more excitement,
culminating in a rousing ending as the notes
plunge emphatically to convey a glorious sense of
"the walls came tumblin' down!"
10341881 2 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l Joyful Praise and CelebrationLudwig van
Beethoven/arr. Bill Ingram. This happy tune was
written in honor of Joy Merder, long-time director
of the Praise and Celebration Handbell Choirs
of the Community Church of Tellico Village,
Tennessee. Quoting often from Ode to Joy, this
piece adds original material that brings a whole new
contemporary feel to the arrangement, sure to uplift
and delight audiences in worship or in concert.
10489115 5/6 Octave opt. 5 oct.
Handchimes . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
Just a Closer Walkarr. Valerie W. Stephenson.
This spirited arrangement includes a great walking
bass line for the bass bell ringers, along with gyros,
shakes and lots of malleting for all. The final stanza
includes some "sticking" as in a soft shoe dance,
with the mallets both playfully striking the foam
and clicking together. In a short, solemn middle
section, In the Garden is rung on handchimes, both
providing contrast and reminding us of the varying
emotions of life's journey and of God's presence
through them all.
10307331 3/6 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
Keep Your Lampsarr. Michael Glasgow.
Sounding light and mysterious, this traditional
spiritual based on Matthew 25:1-13 features a
bass line incorporating the spirited Elijah Rock.
Accompanied by mallet clicks and other mallet
techniques,this arrangement has a jazzy feel that
will appeal to your congregation or audience. This
light and pleasing selection will be a great addition
to your music library!
10293740 3/6 Octave opt. 3 oct.
Handchimes . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
King of Kings and Lord of LordsMartha Lynn
Thompson. This lively, fun-to-ring setting is based
on an ancient Hebrew melody. Full of variety, verses
1 and 3 feature bass bells malleted on the table
with the treble bells ringing the melody; in verse
2 the bass bells ring the melody while the treble
bells have a malleted descant. To this, 4, 5 & 6
octave choirs add a lower malleted bass line. The
optional tambourine part (included) adds a further
embellishment to this versatile arrangement. This is
suitable for worship, concerts, or school occasions.
10187346 3/6 Octave with opt.
Tambourine . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
The King of Love My Shepherd Isarr. Cathy
Moklebust. An original Irish-flavored melody
serves as introductory and interlude material
in this expressive setting of the hymn tune
ST.
COLUMBA,
with optional handchimes adding to the
rich colors of the arrangement. It will be a frequent
choice for worship, concerts and festivals, and
will be especially appropriate whenever Psalm 23
is used. The third stanza is set in a bouncy, light-
hearted 6/8 meter, as it recalls Henry Baker's text,
"Perverse and foolish oft I strayed." The final stanza
is grand and uplifting, ending in a strong statement
of faith with shakes and large, full chords.
10424283 3/5 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.95
The King of Love My Shepherd IsJeffrey
Honore. The bell part can stand alone as a prelude
or an optional piano accompaniment may add
another dimension to this flexible two-octave
arrangement that uses only 14 bells. This can be
played by four or more ringers. Based on the hymn
tune
ST. COLUMBA, this arrangement reflects the
green pastures and still water images of Psalm 23
with LVs, thumb damps, and simple key changes.
10187009 2 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.95
KyrieCathy Moklebust. This hauntingly melodic
original will be effective during Lent, communion, or
any time a penitent mood is appropriate. Scored for
2-5 octaves, it is also a good choice for festivals.
10021926 2/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
Lamb of GodTwila Paris/arr. Ryan. This
long-time contemporary Christian favorite is now
available in an easy 2-3 octave arrangement
that can be rung effectively throughout the year.
Especially poignant during communion or Holy
Week services, the work is set in a straightforward
and beautiful manner that follows the emotional
contours of the original classic. Absolutely stunning!
10059004 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
l Leaning on the Everlasting ArmsAnthony J.
Showalter/arr. Brian Childers. From start to finish,
the intensity builds in this wonderful arrangement
of the beloved gospel hymn. Each stanza broadens
with increased inner movement, includes echoes in
the middle, then culminates in beauty and serenity.
10490119 3/6 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Leaning on the Everlasting Armsarr. Sandra
Eithun. The beloved hymn tune is given a fresh
treatment in this accessible, up-beat arrangement.
Offering wonderful opportunities to work on various
stopped techniques such as mallets, thumb-
damps, and martellato, it will be a perfect addition
to worship services throughout the year.
10340408 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l LegendsWilliam Payn. This exciting arrange-
ment begins with a beautiful expressive melody
that builds into an impressive flurry of notes. This
arrangement will impress and amaze any one who
hears it.
10489663 5/7 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L5 5.95
l Let All Things Now Living (Sent Forth by God's
Blessings)arr. Susan Geschke. This stunning
new setting of
ASH GROVE is playful and exuberant,
dancing across the pages from the first note to the
last. Choirs are encouraged to ring the 3/4 tempo
with a sparkling feeling of one pulse per measure.
Ringers of all ages will enjoy the excitement of this
easy-to-learn piece, and the audience will too!
10452256 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Let All Things Now Livingarr. Anna
Laura Page. This energetic piece offers many
opportunities for the beginning ringer. Articulations
include shakes, echoes, martellato-lifts, and
thumb-damps, all of which are played without the
bells leaving ringers' hands. This setting of the very
familiar Welsh melody is appropriate for church,
school, and festival settings.
10187073 2/3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.50
The Little Brown Churcharr. Anna Laura
Page. Composed for a 3-5 octave handbell choir
and piano, this timeless hymn about the historic
Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa is combined
with Standing on the Promises bringing forth
memories of faith and home in an achievable
setting. Martellatos and shakes are used to
enhance the celebration.
10424877 3/5 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
l The Lord Bless You and Keep YouPeter
C. Lutkin/arr. Lloyd Larson. With this expressive
selection, Lloyd Larson revitalizes the beloved
Lutkin choral benediction and also provides an
optional short ending. The versatile arrangement is
a lovely choice as an SATB choral arrangement or
a stand-alone handbell piece, and is sure to inspire
prayerful reflection and renewed confidence in
God's protection and guidance.
10490110 3/5 Octave opt. SATB
& Piano . . . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 3.95
l Lord, Dismiss Us with Thy Blessingarr. Terry
Osman. This versatile arrangement is suitable for
year-round ringing and is a good choice for a
benediction. The option to incorporate the mellow
tones of the chimes in the middle section makes
this piece the perfect selection to inspire your
ringers and congregation before leaving worship.
10490066 2/3 Octave opt. 2/3 oct.
Handchimes . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l Love and Gracearr. Jason Krug. The English
tune
O WALY, WALY (The Water is Wide) is paired
with
NEW BRITAIN (Amazing Grace) in this lovely
setting. Singing bells and suspended malleted bells
set the mood, and pervasive use of running eighth-
notes move the music with drive and meaning. The
rendering of Amazing Grace in a minor key adds to
the reflective nature of the piece. This is an excellent
change-of-pace option for concerts and a solid
choice for funerals, weddings, or any worship setting.
10486820 3/5 Octave with opt.
Windchimes . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.75
Meditation on Beautiful Saviorarr. Cathy
Moklebust. One of the all-time best selling handbell
pieces is now available in an edition for two-
octave choirs! This very moving treatment of the
hymn tune
SCHONSTER, HERR JESU has become a
classic in handbell literature. The arranger allows
the familiar tune to be predominant throughout,
with the emotion of the piece ranging from a free,
contemplative style to one of grandeur and majesty.
10342556 2 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
3031804 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L2 5.50
Meditation on Brother James' AirJames L.
Bain/arr. Lloyd Larson. "Beautiful simplicity" best
describes this arrangement of
brother james' air, a
tune sung frequently to the words of Psalm 23; the
melody develops by modulating smoothly with full,
rich chords through a few key changes while never
losing its warmth and character. A great choice for
any worship service or concert performance when
a quieter moment is needed.
10367468 3/5 Octave . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
A Mighty Fortress Is Our GodMartin Luther,
Johann Cruger/arr. Stephenson. This hymn, which
declares the absolute power of God, is one of the
most beloved hymns by Martin Luther and was a
rallying cry for the Reformation. In this three to six
octave handbell version, with three octave optional
handchimes and trumpet, the composition takes
you progressively through the Christian journey
and ends with a triumphant verse of strength and
reassurance. It is perfect for celebrations, festivals
and concerts.
10305819 3/6 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
Mighty JehovahDan Edwards. This haunting
melody with great rhythmic interest is fun to play
and a joy to hear. It will work fine without the rhythm
instruments, but the easy rhythm parts for triangle,
finger cymbal and tambourine will add so much!
The subtitle "Russian Dance" will be perfect for
schools, while the original title Mighty Jehovah will
find it's place in many worship services.
10351404 3/5 Octave opt. Rhythm
Instruments . . . . AGEHR-L2 5.50
Morning Hymnarr. Sondra K. Tucker.
morning
hymn is an accessible and graceful addition to
worship literature. Written in chordal style to give
ringers confidence, this piece for beginning choirs
is suitable for both adults and youth. Dynamic
contrasts, and a tenor melody, give the piece variety
while still maintaining its ease.
10356672 3/5 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 3.95
l My Faith, My Heartarr. Jason W. Krug.
From the ethereal to the bold, this Jason Krug
arrangement will expertly showcase the expressive
abilities of your ringers. Optional chimes and
modulating harmonies add a resounding effect
throughout this piece suitable for church services,
concerts, or festivals.
10490084 3/5 Octave opt. 2 oct.
Handchimes . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
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