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Handbell Music
Many and Greatarr. Cathy Moklebust. This
19th-century Dakota hymn is a unique addition to
the church repertoire, and is appropriate any time
the focus is on creation. The arrangement is simple
and plaintive, featuring repetitive rhythms, very
few techniques, and no bell changes. The optional
parts for ankle bells or sleigh bells, buffalo drum
or other American Indian drum, finger cymbals and
tambourine add depth and intrigue.
10618597 2/3 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.50
10618598 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.50
Meditation and PraiseHart Morris. This
original composition opens with a haunting lyrical
section employing LVs and fresh harmonies
followed by an energetic and rhythmic middle
section employing mallets and several techniques
provided contrast before the return to the opening
theme. Optional percussion instruments (snare
drum, tom-toms, suspended cymbal, timpani
and chime tree) add excitement and increased
rhythmic drive with fully notated parts included at
the back of the full score. Highly recommended for
your concert or worship setting!
10650474 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 5.50
10650475 Keyboard/Full Score
with Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Meditation on "Beautiful Savior"arr.
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.
3031804 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 5.50
Morning Has Brokenarr. Tim Rumsey. A short
artistic arrangement of a classic hymn. One key
change, into A major from C major, and some lovely
use of dynamics and color make this an excellent
arrangement. Like a sunrise!
10625186 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 3.50
l My Dancing DayAnna Laura Page. This light and
airy piece will allow your congregation a moment of
joy and reflection during your Christmas services.
The lilting tune has been associated with a variety
of Christ-centric texts, allowing you to use it any time
Jesus and His life are the focus of the service.
10756923 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 5.50
l My Lord What a Morning with Give Me Jesus
Karissa Dennis. This creative arrangement
combines two great spirituals to create a unique
setting for worship or concert use. The piece
incorporates My Lord, What a Morning and Give
Me Jesus.
10755116 3/5 Octave with opt. 3/4 Octave
Handchimes . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.50
My Shepherd Will Supply My Needarr. Jason
W. Krug. Alternately haunting and emotional, this
arrangement of the hymn tune
RESIGNATION is
a wonderful choice for the ensemble looking to
enhance their musicality. The piece grows in
intensity to a triumphant climax before fading
away into simplicity once more. A great choice for
throughout the church year.
10667421 3/6 Octave. . . . . .AGEHR-L3- 4.50
Nearer, My God, to TheeLowell Mason/arr.
Robert James Lamb. A creative setting of the
beautiful
BETHANY hymn tune, this piece has a
programmatic quality. First established in a minor
key setting, it begins mournfully then progresses
to a more tumultuous setting, providing plenty of
interest and drama. A final serene resolution in the
major key with traditional harmonization caps the
piece in a way that befits the text "Nearer, my God,
to Thee."
10667422 3/7 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.50
New BeginningsRon Mallory. This original work
is a brilliant teaching piece for beginning ringers.
In keeping with Level One guidelines, the music
does not contain any subdivision of the beat, has
one prepared handbell change, and incorporates
echoes, thumb damps, malleting, shakes, and
other special techniques. Exceptionally well written
and highly recommended!
10618109 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L1 4.95
Now Thank We All Our Godarr. Lloyd Larson.
This festive presentation for handbells and piano
sets a joyous mood with a flourishing keyboard
pattern at the start and then builds dynamically as it
progresses. The Level 2 bell part is very accessible,
and the piano solo shines with color and interest.
Ideal for worship or concert.
10605019 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
10647712 Keyboard/Full Score . . . . . . . . . 8.95
l Now Thank We All Our Godarr. Ron Mallory.
Ron Mallory put a unique and exciting spin on
a stately tune for this rhythmic arrangement.
A repeated one-measure motive breaks up
statements of the melody, all predominantly
accompanied by a syncopated malleted bass line
that gives the piece the feel of a Shaker dance.
Joyful and fun!
10756924 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
l O God Beyond All Praisingarr. Linda R.
Lamb.
THAXTED, used at the wedding and funeral of
Princess Diana and at the funerals of Churchill and
Thatcher, is well suited for many occasions, from
uplifting to solemn. Linda Lamb took this hauntingly
beautiful melody and incorporated singing bell,
suspended malleting, LV, and echo to create a
prayerful arrangement that you will use again and
again. Beautiful and inspiring!
10756925 2 Octave . . . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.95
O God, Our Help in Ages Pastarr. Ron Mallory.
High, middle, and low bells all get a turn at playing
the melody in this stately setting of the well-known
hymn tune
ST. ANNE. With just a few repeating
patterns of eighth notes and a minimum of bell
changes, this arrangement is an excellent choice
for the progressing ensemble. Optional handchimes
in the middle section provide contrast, and an
optional flute part offers a lively countermelody to
the original tune used in the introduction, interlude,
and ending sections.
10618477 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
O Living Breatharr. Patricia Hurlbutt. A pleasing
setting of the Swedish folk song and hymn tune
VARVINDAR FRISKA, this arrangement is perfect for
an offertory or introit for your bell choir. Featuring
beautiful melodic embellishment with neighboring
and passing tones which gives it a flowing eighth-
note feel predominately from the melody, this piece
is a beautiful treatment of a simple folk song melody.
10667423 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 3.50
O Worship the KingMichael Mazzatenta.
With the inclusion of two sturdy hymn tunes, this
joyous prelude will set the scene for any church
service. Shakes, LVs, echoes, thumb damps, and
a contrapuntal middle section make this selection a
creative and exciting choice!
10554981 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)Joel Houston,
Matt Crocker & Salomon Ligthelm/arr. Ron Mallory.
Your ringers and congregation will connect with
this outstanding setting of the popular worship
song Oceans. Dotted eighth- and sixteenth-note
rhythms and syncopation predominate the melody,
and the piece incorporates LVs, swings, malleting,
and chimes to great effect.
10669469 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 5.50
Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)Matt Crocker,
Joel Houston & Salomon Lightelm/arr. Peggy
Bettcher. The themes of faith, trust, and peace are
captured in this meditative 3-5 octave arrangement
of this popular contemporary praise song. The text
is based on Matthew 14:22-33, in which Jesus
walks on the water and asks Peter to come to
Him. This beautiful arrangement showcases the
expressive musicality of your bell ensemble.
10669708 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 5.50
4 Oh How Joyfullyarr. John A. Behnke. Joy
springs from this Level 2 arrangement of the
German carol O du froeliche for 3-5 octave
handbells. The arrangement builds through three
different treatments of the tune - one in 4/4, one in
3/4, and one filled with marts and shakes - before
a very lovely and peaceful finish. Perfect for your
Christmas celebration.
10756509 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
l Open My Eyesarr. Karen Thompson. This
arrangement begins with harmonically lush
LVs, transitions to a delicate and introspective
handchime section, and ends quietly with
suspended mallets. The piece is appropriate
anytime during the year. Stunning!
10757881 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
Open My Eyes, That I May SeeClara H. Scott/
arr. Dan Edwards. This tender treatment of a
beloved gospel song has a beautiful texture created
by the artful inclusion of techniques. Swings,
echos, plucks or mallets, and LVs are incorporated
throughout, as is the passing of the melody from
section to section in an arrangement that was
conceived with the ringers in mind. The bass bell
parts are particularly interesting, and the inclusion
of the optional handchimes creates a pleasant
contrast in this quiet and restful arrangement.
10669496 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
Outbursts of JoyDerek K. Hakes. This fast-
paced, exciting original composition was designed
to honor the legacy of Cynthia Dobrinski. The
rhythms are somewhat syncopated, yet not too
challenging. The judicious usage of martellato and
mallets keeps this piece rhythmically interesting
and fun to perform.
10605007 3/6 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L3+ 4.95
PastoraleBob Burroughs. A compelling
original work for solo instrument and handbells.
The solo part was originally conceived for
French horn, but parts are also included for Bb
instrument or C instrument. Perfect for concert,
recital, or church use.
10617785 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
Peace I Give YouRon Mallory. This peaceful
original work has a charming, waltz-like feel for
your beginning bell ensemble. Equally appropriate
in concert or worship settings, this piece is a
terrific tool for teaching LV and regular damping
techniques that will appeal to your ringers and your
audience. Whether using handbells or handchimes,
this lovely piece will inspire peace and reflection
with its restful, ethereal sound.
10669498 2/3 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
Peace in Our TimeFelix Mendelssohn/John
A. Behnke. An arrangement by John A. Behnke
of
MENDELSSOHN DA PACEM (Grant Peace, We
Pray, in Mercy, Lord) for 3-5 octave handchimes
or handbells. Level II. The gorgeous, flowing
accompaniment supports Felix Mendelssohn's
beautiful tune. Handchimes are preferred, giving
this piece a warm, peaceful feeling. Use this prayer
for peace at any time, but especially at times of
need for hope and comfort.
10608088 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.50
Percussive PraiseKevin McChesney. Kevin
McChesney's popular Percussive Praise (subtitled
Mallet Melody) is now available in an expanded
edition for 3, 4 or 5 octaves. Played entirely with
mallets, this happy piece is sure to be a favorite.
The two editions are compatible for massed
ringing events.
8066614 2/3 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L1+ 4.50
10524601 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L1+ 4.50
4 Praise and Thanksgivingarr. Dan R.
Edwards. These three outstanding hymn-tune
arrangements, each supporting the theme of praise
and thanksgiving, are suitable for fall festivals and
worship services throughout the church year.
Not only is this set a great value, the individual
craftsmanship is excellent. Titles include: Praise to
the Lord; Rejoice, the Lord Is King and Now Thank
We All Our God.
10756870 2/3 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 6.75
l Praise My Soul the King of HeavenBrian
Childers. This is a tremendous arrangement of
the grand hymn
LAUDA ANIMA. Opening with an
exultant fanfare the energy never lets up, even
in the contrasting middle section. This exciting
arrangement will be a favorite of ringers and
listeners alike!
10757928 3/5 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L3 4.95
4 Praise, My Soul, the King of Heavenarr.
Hart Morris. This is a straightforward three-
stanza setting of
LAUDA ANIMA. After the opening
fanfare and first stanza, the second stanza is
more subdued, employing mallets (or plucking,
if desired), a treble-clef melody, and a moving
eighth-note bass accompaniment. A brief transition
and a modulation from the key of G to C lead to
the triumphant final stanza. The arrangement
contains ample bell changes to accommodate and
complement the hymn's traditional harmonization
and sturdy, victorious tune.
10759006 3/5 Octave. . . . . AGEHR-L2+ 4.25
Praise WaltzMichael Mazzatenta. An exciting
original composition for beginning bell choirs, Praise
Waltz gives the opportunity to teach numerous bell
techniques in a fun and engaging setting. Equally
appropriate for concert settings or worship services,
this piece will keep your ringers active and happy
with its upbeat dance-like quality. Scored for two
octaves of bells with the option of adding the
third octave, this piece gives you flexibility in bell
assignments and usage.
10669057 2/3 Octave. . . . . . AGEHR-L2 4.95
New AGEHR Notation Book!
HANDBELL &
HANDCHIME
NOTATION
2016 Revised Edition
AGEHR. The handbell industry
standard reference book for
handbells and handchimes, now
available in its ninth edition.
Handbell and handchime notation,
difficulty levels, and solo ensemble
notation are covered in this three-
part, 35 page book.
10709515 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.95
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