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Handbell Music
Keep It Simple No. 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 12.95
10305853 3 Octave . . . . . AGEHR-L1 12.95
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 12.95
4 Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silencearr. John
A. Behnke. The haunting PICARDY melody is used
for this wonderful Advent or general prelude. The
"alleluia" motif begins the piece and ties together
two very contrasting settings of the melody. Both
treble and bass ringers play the melody in the first
stanza. A great addition to the repertoire.
10618437 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
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
l Let Our Gladness Have No Endarr. Patricia
Hurlbutt. Joy abounds in this upbeat arrangement
of the traditional Bohemian carol. Dynamic changes
and various special techniques heighten a sense of
playfulness. Joyful!
10618593 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
Light of the WorldJason Krug. A stirring
original set for 3-5 octaves of handbells, with
optional 3-5 octaves of handchimes or piano,
a second 3-octave handbell group, timpani,
suspended cymbal, vibraslap and wind chimes.
This is an excellent piece for a combined handbell
concert or for churches with two sets of handbells.
Krug's creativity, joy and craft show forth in this
scripturally based composition.
10513846 3/5 Octave Handbell
Choir #1 . . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 5.50
10513847 3 Octave Handbell
Choir #2 . . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 3.50
10513848 3/5 Octave Handchime
Part . . . . . . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.50
10513849 Instrumental Parts
Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10513850 Instrumental Parts Piano . . . . 4.50
10513851 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . . 6.95
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 Optional Triangle
& Hand Drum . . . AGEHR-L2 3.95
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 Love Came Down at Christmasarr. Jason
Krug. This interesting arrangement of the familiar
GARTAN tune is beautiful. The opening section uses
most of the bells suspended rung with mallets and
moves into a section where the chimes have the
theme with a bell descant. From there it continues
to engage ringers and listeners alike with thoughtful
coloristic and musical choices. A delight!
10607129 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.50
l Mary Had a Babyarr. Ron Mallory. The beloved
spiritual comes alive in Ron Mallory's energetic
setting. The treble and bass bells work together
in a call-and-response treatment of the melody in
the free opening statement. There are challenging
places in this piece, but smart rehearsals will help
this spiritual come alive for worship or concert.
10618083 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
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
Masters in This Hallarr. Jason W. Krug.
Immense energy and a quick tempo ensure that this
delightful piece will be a memorable addition to your
holiday performances. A great selection for beginning
ringers, it is free of bell changes and includes
opportunities to use thumb damp techniques.
10524235 2/3 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L1+ 4.50
Masters in This Hallarr. Kevin McChesney.
Delight your ringers and congregations with
this upbeat setting of a traditional French carol.
This arrangement includes numerous engaging
techniques, including mallets, thumb damps,
shakes, and echoes.
10524173 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
10524171 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
l Meditation on Away in a MangerJames R.
Murray/arr. Andrew Duncan. Andrew Duncan has
written a free and contemplative version of
CRADLE
SONG
that uses GLORIA as a counterpart. The song
is gently evocative of the peaceful stillness on that
first Christmas. Priceless.
10617777 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
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 4.95
10487029 Instrumental Parts
Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
10487031 Instrumental Parts
Concert Band . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
O Come, All Ye Faithfularr. John A. Behnke.
Continuing his series of arrangements that combine
two pieces without bell changes, John Behnke
encourages us to come to the manger with the
melding of O Come, All Ye Faithful and Away in a
Manger. Make this a part of your congregation's
Christmas season.
10523623 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
4 O Come, Little Childrenarr. Carol Lynn Mizell.
This delightful setting of the 1790 Christmas carol
portrays the excitement of sharing the good news of
Jesus' birth and invites all to come to the manger
to see the Christ Child. The peal of bells near the
beginning and at the end of the piece rings out the
joy of the occasion. This accessible arrangement
employs recurring rhythmic patterns and full chords.
10618482 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L1 3.95
4 O Come, Little ChildrenJohann A.P. Schulz/
arr. Sondra Tucker. This whimsical take on the
familiar German carol charmingly captures the joy
of the season. The offbeat rhythms, scale work and
malleted sections perfectly illustrate the excitement
we see in children at this time of year.
10604990 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
4 O Come, Little Childrenarr. Linda Lamb.
Featuring a perfect balance of rhythmic interest and
simplicity, this piece is fun to play and enjoyable
to hear. The light style of the arrangement evokes
images of lively children gathering to witness the
gift of the baby Jesus, making it the perfect addition
to a service or concert.
10618084 2 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
l O Holy Nightarr. Anna Laura Page. This
heartfelt setting of
CANTIQUE DE NOEL can be
performed with optional violin and cello parts, both
playable by similarly keyed instruments, provide a
flowing counterpoint to the handbell ensemble. Not
to be missed!
10618085 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
10618086 Instrumental Parts
Violin & Cello with Score . . . 12.95
4 O Little Town of Bethlehemarr. Jason Krug.
This ethereal arrangement reflects the sleepy town
of Bethlehem on the night that Christ was born.
Coming together with little effort, the 2-3 and 3-5
octave arrangements are compatible for use in
massed ringing gatherings. Thoughtful!
10618087 2/3 Octave. . . . .
AGEHR-L2 4.95
10618088 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
Of the Father's Love Begottenarr. Sandra
Eithun. An airy introduction on suspended mallets
is followed by the delicate twelfth-century tune
DIVINUM MYSTERIUM on handchimes. In subtle
contrast, the carol Away in a Manger is heard
before the return to a stately reprise of the original
tune. Advent worship will be greatly enhanced by
this beautifully crafted setting.
10527328 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.75
4 On Christmas Day in the Morningarr. Tammy
Waldrop. The English carol I Saw Three Ships paints
a vivid picture of Christmas morning: gleaming
vessels in full sail, colorful flags snapping in the
crisp air, and bells ringing out from churches. It was
this image that inspired arranger Tommy Waldrop
to use jaunty rhythms, pealing bell lines and a touch
of Celtic style to propel her setting of this seasonal
favorite. Inspired!
10605008 3/7 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 5.25
On This Day Earth Shall RingLarry Shackley/
arr. Arnold B. Sherman. The ancient tune
PERSONENT
HODIE
is given an energetic and compelling rhythmic
treatment in this jubilant Christmas carol. The catchy
accompaniment figure combined with tambourine,
finger cymbals, hand drum and conga all join
together to capture the joy of the season. Malleted
bells on the table make this especially easy to
accomplish with a rewarding effect.
10514251 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
10514253 Instrumental Parts
Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00
l On This Day, Earth Shall Ringarr. Michael
Helman. Michael Helman's arrangement of
Personent Hodie and God Rest Ye Merry,
Gentlemen could open your Christmas Eve worship,
concert, or festival with a flourish of energy. After an
introduction that imitates the tolling of church bells,
numerous stopped techniques are successfully
utilized to bring interest and excitement. Don't miss
this great arrangement!
10618111 3/5 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.95
l Once in Royal David's Cityarr. Jason Krug.
Jason Krug offers a thoughtful and majestic setting
of the treasured Christmas song in this elegant
arrangement. The tune weaves back and forth
between handbells and handchimes. An easy-
to-play eighth-note accompaniment adds to the
composition. Don't miss this superb arrangement!
10618089 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 5.50
One Small ChildDavid Meece/arr. Larson.
The charm and grace of David Meece's
contemporary Christmas classic shine through
in Lloyd Larson's setting for 3-5 octave bellchoir
and SATB or SAB voices. The poetic images and
haunting melody are beautifully woven into a
gently flowing, richly satisfying, artistic musical
fabric. Voices are not necessary for a successful
reading on this tender arrangement that is perfect
during your December services.
10028490 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3 5.50
Pat a PanBernard De La Monnoye/arr. Sandra
Eithun. Mimicking the sound of a drum in title,
instrumentation, and technique, this Sandra Eithun
arrangement will be a delight during the Christmas
season. A mysterious, ethereal introduction
leads to an outstanding percussive malleted-bell
accompaniment with optional hand drum. Add the
optional finger cymbals and wind chimes to the
melody to add sparkle and depth.
10455014 3/6 Octave. . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.95
l Personent HodieJohn Atteberry. This well know
tune from Piae Cantiones, is arranged in a style that
reflects the medieval qualities of the tune. Creative
use of handbells and chimes helps to make this
piece interesting and authentic. This arrangement
is worthy of use in worship and at concerts.
10617834 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.75
Patapanarr. Cathy Moklebust. Malleting,
martellato, plucking, shaking, LV, and handchimes
all play a part in this rhythmically dancing
arrangement. The fiery flute and percussion parts
add energy and color, making this piece a highlight
of your Christmas concert.
10524619 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L4 4.95
10524622 Instrumental Parts
Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.95
10524664 Instrumental Parts
Flute, Tenor Drum, Bongos
& Finger Cymbals . . . . . . . . 11.95
Puer Nobisarr. Michael Mazzatenta. Puer
Nobis is a buoyant, lilting setting of the cherished
hymn appropriate for Epiphany (or even Easter
or Pentecost). Set in 6/8 time, the melody is
shared between the treble and bass clefs and
the piece has no bell changes, making this a
bright and easy piece for any young or beginning
handbell group.
10524261 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.99
l Rejoice, a Savior Comesarr. Bill Ingram. Two
ancient Advent tunes are combined in this joyous
arrangement, reminding us of the prophecy of the
coming Messiah. Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming
moves into the "rejoice" refrain of O Come, O Come
Emmanuel with further excitement. Although not
difficult, it should be rung very expressively to be
most effective.
10618473 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Reproducible Rings for 2-3 Octavesarr.
Lloyd Larson. These reproducible settings by Lloyd
Larson are quickly performance-ready, needing
little rehearsal. Engaging arrangements of eight
familiar carols and hymn tunes guarantee broad
appeal to both ringers and listeners. Titles include:
Angels We Have Heard on High; Away in a Manger;
Deck the Halls; The First Noel; Go, Tell It on the
Mountain; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Good
King Wenceslas; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; It
Came Upon the Midnight Clear; Joy to the World; O
Christmas Tree; O Come, All Ye Faithful; and more!
10452286 2/3 Octave
Reproducible . . AGEHR-L2 49.95
Reproducible Rings for 3-5 Octavesarr.
Lloyd Larson. Arranged with the volunteer handbell
ringer in mind, these eight hymn settings by Lloyd
Larson are quickly learned and ready to perform
with limited preparation time. Engaging settings of
familiar carols and hymn tunes guarantee broad
appeal to both ringers and listeners. Titles included
are: Angels We Have Head on High; Come, Ye
Thankful People, Come; He is Born; O Little Town
of Bethlehem; O Love That Will Not Let Me Go; Still,
Still, Still; We Gather Together and When the Saints
Go Marching In.
10514269 3/5 Octave
Reproducible . . AGEHR-L2 49.95
Ring & Sing Christmasarr. Martha Lynn
Thompson. Twelve Christmas carols and seven
secular Christmas songs are presented here
as texts paired with simple, chordal, handbell/
handchimes accompaniments. All titles are
reproducible and presented in both 2-octave
and 3-octave settings. All are in the keys most
commonly found in hymnals and carol books. The
vocal parts can be sung by soloists, choirs, carolers
or congregation. The settings may be used alone
to accompany group singing or may be added to
keyboard-accompanied congregational singing
or "sing-alongs." Titles include: Angels We Have
Heard on High; Away in a Manger; Deck the Halls;
The First Noel; Go, Tell It on the Mountain; God Rest
Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Good King Wenceslas; Hark!
the Herald Angels Sing; It Came Upon the Midnight
Clear; Joy to the World and more!
10452279 2/3 Octave
Reproducible . . AGEHR-L1 49.95
4 Ring and Sing the Seasonsarr. Karen
Lakey Buckwalter. Ring and Sing the Seasons
is a reproducible collection comprised of both
seasonal and general use hymn arrangements.
The arrangements feature very simple rhythms
and chords for handbells or handchimes, and
unison vocal parts. Also included is an original
processional, composed of layered ostinato
patterns, with alternate texts for General, Christmas,
Palm Sunday and Easter use. One also has the
option of having soloist or vocal choir sing the hymn
tune accompanied by the handbell or handchime
choir. Separate vocal pages are included for the
convenience of non-ringing singers. Contents:
The Bells of Christmas; Christians, We Have
Met to Worship; God, Who Made the Earth and
Heaven; He Is Born; I Want Jesus to Walk with Me;
Processional; That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright
and This Is My Father's World.
10618595 3 Octave . . AGEHR-L1-L1+ 49.95
