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| Acclamations for Handbells and Voices Set 2:
Various,Hopson, H.,LC |
| These short acclamations unite the joyful sounds of bells and voices in 19 choral sentences for worship. Handbells provide the most effective accompaniment, but tubular chimes or Orff-type instruments may be substituted with minor adjustments in chordal selections. |
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| Alleluia Loving Spirit:
Kemp, H., ,CG |
| The bells ring on the Alleluia refrain and a final chord at the end. |
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| Be Filled with Spirit:
Knox,Wilson, M.,HI |
| Based on a text from Ephesians 5:18-20, this anthem of praise is for SATB chorus, children's choir, keyboard and optional flute and handbells. |
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| Blessed Be God Who Chose You in Christ:
Chepponis, J., ,GI |
| Written for students of a Catholic elementary school, this anthem calls for 13 bells in the 2-octave range. The text begins: "Blessed be God, who chose you in Christ to be filled with the Spirit of love." |
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| Canons for the Church Year Set 2:
Various,Burkhardt, M.,MO |
| The 11 canons in this collection were compiled, edited and arranged to meet the needs of children's, youth and adult choirs throughout the Church Year. They may be used in worship as processionals, anthems, introits, calls to worship, choral preludes and psalm refrains. |
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| Come Holy Ghost:
Lambillotte,Honore, Jeffrey,WL |
| Are you looking for the perfect piece for Pentecost? This setting of LAMBILLOTTE sets the mood perfectly. Combining musical pictures of wind and fire with narration describing the events of that special day, the arranger transports us to the birthday of the church. |
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| Come Holy Ghost Our Souls Inspire:
,Burkhardt, M.,MO |
| Set for 2-part voices and 2 octaves of handbells, this arrangement of the Sarum plainsong, VENI CREATOR SPIRITUS, is a quick and effective avenue for involving beginning ringers in a major act of worship. |
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| Come Holy Spirit:
Various,Moklebust, Cathy,LC |
| This updated edition, pairing an ancient plainsong with a twentieth-century hymn tune, is a gem of creative endeavor. |
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| Come Let Us Eat:
Carnahan, C., ,AM |
| "Come Let Us Eat" is a stirring SATB communion anthem using zymbelstern (or wind chimes: 4 sets each of brass & glass), finger cymbals, and handbells (E5, A5, B5 and D6) in an ostinato pattern throughout. |
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| Come Let Us Eat:
Kwillia, B.,Carter, J.,HP |
| John Carter has set the music of Billema Kwillia for 3-part mixed voices, handbells (C5- G6) and piano accompaniment. |
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| Come O Spirit Dwell Among Us:
Jubilee,Hopson, H.,HP |
| 3 octaves of bells are required to accompany this concertato on the hymn tune "Jubilee" by Hal Hopson. The bells ring in meter, randomly, in a peal-like fashion, and with shake technique. The texts begin "Come Holy Spirit, our souls inspire, and lighten with celestial fire". |
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| Come Thou Almighty King:
,Gramann, F.,CO |
| An introduction using "Veni Creator Spiritus" sets the mood for this arrangement of the"Italian Hymn." Two optional ending, one soft, the other loud. Using the loud ending increases the difficuly of the music. |
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| Commemoration of the Spirit:
Payn, William A.,Payn, William A.,AG |
| This piece is the first in our new "Distinctly Bronze" series. |
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| Concertato on Hyfrydol:
,Hopson, H.,HG |
| Only five bells (between C5 and C7) are used in this versatile setting for SATB choir and congregation with organ and optional handbells. |
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| Creative Choir Sounds:
Various,Finke, L.,CO |
| Versatile hymn-based settings, useful as processions, introductions and bells and choir make up this folio of 7 tunes, all using bells in the 3-octave range. This is aleatoric music and adds an interesting sound to modern ears. |
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| Creator Spirit Heavenly Dove:
Maurus,Powell, R.,PP |
| Bells are an integral part of this anthem for SATB chorus, bells and organ. A separate bell part is available. |
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| Day of Grace:
Perry, D. & J.,,LC |
| "Come, Holy Spirit, fill our lives anew." So begins the text of this Pentecost anthem. The mood is set with windchimes, flute, 13 handbells (C#5 - F#6), and ethereal voice scoring. The vocal parts gradually build and entwine to give the effect of the many tongues spoken on that special day. |
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| Day of Pentecost, The:
Hopson, H., ,GI |
| Five handbells (A4-A5) combine with readers and an organ pedal point to present the story of Pentecost in a fresh, new way. |
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| Descending Dove:
Bartsch Jr, John T., ,FB |
| "Descending Dove" is a tuneful composition supported by colorful harmony. With the exception of a chordal middle section, there is a moving figure throughout. |
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| Duke Street:
,Bisbee, B. W.,TH |
| Very simple rhythms using only quarter, half and whole notes, few techniques, and sparse textures make this ideal for the beginning choir. An easy arrangement of "Jesus Shall Reign", this piece will also work with chimes. |
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| Eastertime Psalm:
Chepponis, J., ,GI |
| Sub-titled "Psalm for Easter, Ascension and Pentecost," the instrumentation of this original work calls for cantor, congregation, optional SATB voices, and optional trumpets and 2 octaves (plus A6) of handbells. Psalms 118, 47 and 104 provide the text for the upbeat, triumphant music. The bells are scored on a separate part and are written entirely on the treble staff and ring on every verse. Instrument parts contain 5 handbell scores and parts for 2 trumpets in C or B-flat. |
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| Eat This Bread:
Barnard, M., ,LC |
| Three octaves of bells play in simple rhythms as an additional accompaniment to this communion hymn in the "Choir And Congregation" series. |
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| Every Time I Feel the Spirit:
,Sanders, P.,BE |
| Patricia Sanders has created an interesting, rhythmic arrangement of the traditional spiritual. |
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| Every Time I Feel the Spirit:
,Ingram, B.,LC |
| This rhythmic arrangement of the spiritual uses mallets or TD/Pl and LV techniques. |
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| Every Time I Feel the Spirit:
Traditional,McChesney, Kevin,CA |
| This lively arrangement of the familiar spiritual is sure to add sparkle to worship and concerts. Lots of fun and very practical for the intermediate quartet. |
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| Every Time I Feel the Spirit:
,Tucker, S.,CO |
| "Slow and Bluesy," is the marking that arranger Sondra Tucker gives her setting of the lively spiritual. For 12 measures the introduction "slides" around chromatically before settling into a fast, swing style at half note -84. A walking bass line is marked with staccato technique while the upper bells on melody employ ring touch to make a point. |
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| Every Time I Feel the Spirit:
,McChesney, K.,GE |
| The spunky, traditional American spiritual is arranged for 3 solid octaves of bells or chimes. |
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| Every Time I Feel the Spirit:
,Roberts, P.,GI |
| The publisher rating on this folio is Level V, but Level III choirs should be able to do a good job with a little practice. This arrangement of the spiritual is upbeat and fast and syncopated. |
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| Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit (Somebody's Knockin' at My Door):
Various,Stephenson, V.,CO |
| Jazzy-chromatic movement, syncopated rhythms, running bass lines and lots of techniques were on the recipe list when Valerie Stephenson cooked up this medley of "Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit" and "Somebody's Knockin' at My Door." |
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| Fan into a Flame:
Petrich, R., ,MO |
| Irene Dill's text begins: "Fan into a flame the gift that God gave you." It has been set for cantor, choir, assembly/congregation/two trumpets, handbells and organ. The handbells (D5, F5, G5 and C6 only) are scored to play between the end of the verse and the beginning of the refrain. The held handbell chords may be used to create a brief period of meditation or reflection. |
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| Four Festive Hymns for the Church Year:
Various,Nelson, S.,AM |
| The arrangements in this folio are intended for choirs in need of accessible festive music for specific occasions throughout te church year. Cue notes are provided on some selections so the piece can "grow" with the choir's abilities. The trumpet parts are suited to a high school or amateur musician. The bell parts are completely independent and can be played alone. |
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| Great Soaring Spirit:
Hopson, H., ,GI |
| A cluster chord of four notes (Bb5, B5, Eb6 and F6) are used to accompany the last few phrases of this short anthem with the refrain: Great soaring Spirit, sweeping in uncharted flight beyond the edge of time and space. |
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| Hail Thee Festival Day:
Williams, Ralph Vaughan,Stephenson, Valerie W.,CG |
| Options abound in this flexible arrangement: it stands alone for handbell choir, but also offers optional parts for organ and/or trumpet. If desired, this setting may be used to accompany the choir/congregation in singing the hymn from your hymnal of choice. All parts are printed in the single score. |
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| Handbell Hymns Volume 3:
Various,Wagner, Douglas E.,LC |
| This third volume of the highly successful HANDBELL HYMNS series, presents eight general use hymn tunes in unique settings that will require minimum rehearsal time with maximum effect. for any level ensemble. Each setting in this compilation incorporates no subdivision of the beat and no accidentals, with the use of only 22 bells. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,McChesney, K.,AP |
| A dramatic setting of the "Nicaea" tune ideal for use in a worship setting or for mass ringing. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,Emiliani, R.,JH |
| The strong "Nicaea" tune is supported with a new harmonic structure which adds beauty and strength. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,Kramlich, D./Anderson, C.,HP |
| This meditation on the "Nicaea" tune combines bells, chimes and keyboard. Soloist and accompanist share the melody. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,Howell, W.,MO |
| Only 45 measures long, the melody is presented twice with material from the reflective introduction used to bridge the verses and conclude the work. Good use is made of all two octaves of bells. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,Dobrinski, C.,HP |
| Written for 3-5 octaves with optional scripture narration. However, the opening 20 measures specifically set the mood for the scripture reading from Isaiah - In the year that King Uzziah died I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple. Planing, chromatic harmonies and pedal enhance the awesomeness of this text. The hymn proper begins after this and is typical for Dobrinski, well-suited for bells with textural contrast. However, she chose to go easy on staccato technique this time and opts for more ringing with a little shaking. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,McChesney, K.,CA |
| Arranger McChesney calls for 3 octaves to ring this quartet on the old hymn tune, NICAEA. The introduction is marked "Freely," then the tempo picks up. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, John B.,Justice, David/Hall, O. D.,NM |
| A great introduction to hymn singing, an offertory or postlude, this 38-measure work keeps all the member of the bell/flute/brass ensemble busy! |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,McKlveen, P.,CO |
| A sixteen-measure, chromatic introduction generates excitement before leading into a fully-scored rendition of the beloved hymn-tune, NICAEA by John B. Dykes. The second section slows down a bit and adds more flowing, eighth-note accompaniment. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,Endean, J.,SF |
| The tower-swing technique lends its power and enchantment to this 41-measure arrangement of John B. Dykes favorite hymn tune, NICAEA. The melody is found in varying registers. Though this is marked level I please note that there are some bell changes and dotted rhythms. |
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| Holy Holy Holy Lord God Almighty:
Dykes, J.,Larson, L.,HP |
| Set for 3,4 or 5 octaves with optional trumpet. Performance options are given for each octave. The melody appears in both upper and lower registers. Some nice LV accompaniment is found in some sections. |
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| Holy Presence, The:
Various,Linker, J./McFadden, J.,BE |
| Medley of "Surely the Presence of the Lord is in This Place and Holy, Holy, Holy". |
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| Holy Spirit Gift of God:
Williams, R. V.,McChesney, K.,CO |
| A prayerful setting of Ralph Vaughan Williams "The Call", this arrangement makes use of flowing, eighth-note accompaniment, melody in varying rangers, LV technique, a few bell changes, and a contrasting chordal section. 77 measures long. |
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| Hymn Descants for Ringers and Singers Volume 3:
Various,Page, A. L.,AP |
| The third volume in this series focuses on the season hymns of All Saints' Day, Ascension, Christ the King, Communion, Pentecost, Reformation & Trinity Sunday. |
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| I Know That My Redeemer Lives:
Hatton, John W.,Behnke, John A.,CO |
| This hymn concerto is based on the tune DUKE STREET, and combines SAB choir, congregation, organ, and optional trumpet with 2-3 octaves of bells. |
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| Jesus Shall Reign:
Hatton, J./Holden, O.,Sanders, P.,BE |
| Combining 2 tunes, "Duke Street" and "Coronation," with handbells and piccolo trumpet produces a triumphant piece suitable for any festive occasion. |
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| Jesus Shall Reign:
,Hatton, J.,SP |
| "Jesus shall reign where'er the sun does its successive journeys run." This first line of the hymn tune DUKE STREET conveys triumph and victory, and so does this arrangement and adaptation for two octaves of handbells. The music begins simply, but soon builds. A second section features the melody in the bass with a gliding, eighth-note accompaniment overhead in the treble. |
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| Jubilee for Bells:
Kinyon, B., ,HP |
| Simple, exciting and rhythmically easy. Mart technique is used extensively. Several key changes and some accidentals. Chime notes (opt. 4 oct.) are scored with diamond shaped noteheads. #1710 is 2-3 oct. version. |
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| Kaleidoscope:
Luethi, G., ,FL |
| "Kaleidoscope" is a charming piece of music using tone clusters and random ringing. Expect a good workout on shaking! This work would be excellent for a general concert. |
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| Like a River Glorious:
Wye Valley,Sewell, G.,MO |
| A stepping, eighth-note pattern effectively sets the aquatic tone in the introduction of this hymn arrangement. The verses are chordal in texture with a bright, fanfare-like passage for a bridge. Young ringers should find this interesting, but playable. |
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| Lone Wild Bird:
Walker, W.,McKlveen, Paul A.,CG |
| "Prospect" is given a warm, gentle setting incorporating original material (reminiscent of a bell peal) that establishes an ethereal quality. |
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| Lord Be Glorified:
Various,Pugh, L. compiler,LC |
| Folk hymns, gospel tunes, and contemporary choruses make up this collection of ten arrangements by well-known composers. |
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| O the Deep Deep Love of Jesus:
Williams, Thomas,Anderson, Christine D./Page, Anna Laura,HP |
| The combined efforts of Christine Anderson and Anna Laura Page give us a fine solo based on the tune EBENEEZER, written by Thomas Williams. |
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| O the Deep Deep Love of Jesus:
Williams,Pethel,SP |
| This wonderful "Ebenezer" tune is arranged for bells and flute (both needed). The melody switches from the flute to the bells making the arrangement more interesting. Since this tune is still in most hymnals it should be well received by audience and players. |
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| O the Deep Deep Love of Jesus:
Williams,Morris, H.,AP |
| Based on the "Ebenezer" tune, this is an expression of the quiet, expressive side of Hart Morris. Although written in 3/4 throughout, there is a feel of constantly moving from simple to compound meter. The haunting melody is inhanced by this wonderful accompaniment. |
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| O the Deep Deep Love of Jesus:
Ebenezer,Hartley, A.,TH |
| The hymn tune EBENEZER is set in 12/4 and marked "gently" throughout its' 38 measures. |
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| Peace of God, The:
Danner, D., ,HI |
| General/Communion anthem for SATB voices, with keyboard accompaniment, 2 flutes and handbells (optional). Flute and handbell parts are included. |
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| Pentecost:
Hopson, H., ,MO |
| Pentecost is set for SATB choir, handbells and organ. Five bells (A4-G5) ring either randomly or in a chordal shake throughout the work until the final five measures. There they play a simple quarter-note pattern with whole notes above. Level one or even totally inexperienced bell ringers should be able to be involved in this special composition about the Spirit's coming. The Sarum plainsong, VENI CREATOR SPIRITUS is the basis of the text. |
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| Pentecost Sequence:
,Proulx, R.,GI |
| Holy Spirit, Lord Divine, Come, from heights of heav'n and shine. begins the text of this simple plainsong accompanied by 2 octaves of bells (C5-F6) and tabor. |
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| Pentecost Sequence:
,Palmer, N.,GI |
| Nine handbells in the 3 octave range provide the sole accompaniment in this setting of VENI SANCTE SPIRITUS. |
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| Praise Him With Chime and Bell:
Kreutz, ,TH |
| A lovely tune using an original text for Pentecost. Uses bells from A4 to B6, all written in the treble clef. Bell part in included in each octavo. |
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| Processionals for the Day of Pentecost:
Various,Semmann, B.,CO |
| May be used as preludes, hymn interludes or concert entrances. Each part contains a 2 measure pattern which is easily memorized. "Christ is Arisen; Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain; & O Sons and Daughters of the King." |
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| Psalm Antiphons 8 (Pentecost 9 - Pentecost 17):
Marcus, M., ,MO |
| Handbells (D5-E6) are called for in each of the 8 antiphons, usually in simple rhythm. These antiphons apply to Pentecost 9-17 in the 3-year lectionary series B. |
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| Psalms Antiphons 7 (Pentecost - Pentecos:
Marcus, M., ,MO |
| These settings of psalm antiphons or refrains, sung at the beginning, close and at intervals between verses, announce and then echo the spirit of the text. The texts given for Lutheran Book of Worship users are from LBW; the texts chosen for Lutheran Worship users are similarly reflective of the psalm text. |
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| Rise Up O Men of God:
Williams,Herbek, R.,NM |
| An easy arrangement of the tune traditionally associated with this title. Chordal, some accidentals but easy to learn and ring. Fine for the beginning 3 octave choir. |
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| Sing Joyful Praise:
,Liebergen,AP |
| For accompanied SATB voices, opt. youth and congregation, Trumpet and handbells. Use for Thanksgiving and/or Pentecost. Quotes "Lasst Uns Erfreuen." (Have permission to copy HB pt). |
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| Sketches on Down Ampney:
Wissinger, Kathleen,,LC |
| Ralph Vaughan Williams' poignant hymn tune receives a concert-level setting, evolving and developing through a wave of key changes and varied compositional styles. |
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| Sound of the Wind:
Kerr, J. Wayne,,CG |
| Free malleting of suspended bells opens this original work. Following the short introduction, a moderato section is characterized by a rich melody and solid rhythms. |
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| Spirit Friend:
Natomah,Glover, R.,GI |
| Fourteen bells ranging from C5 to D7 add additional accompaniment to this bouncy, Gonja folk song hymn-anthem with a vocal "vamp" and a text that begins: God sends us the Spirit to befriend and help us. Recreate and guide us, Spirit friend. |
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| Spirit in the Wind:
Afdahl, Lee J., ,AU |
| Although not fast, this music is constantly moving. 8th note figures are often play using LV. Windchimes or a Chimetree give an ethereal effect. |
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| Spirit of God Descend Upon My Heart:
Atkinson, F. C.,Ellingboe, B.,KJ |
| E5, B5, D6 and E6 are the four bells or chimes that add ethereal flavor to this prayerful anthem with a beginning text: "Spirit of God, descend upon my heart; wean it from earth." |
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| Spirit of God Descend upon our Hearts:
Various,Edwards, Dan R.,LC |
| This sensitive union of tunes, which suggests the hymns, "Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart," and "Breath on Me, Breath of God," is a versatile work that will find several uses during the church year. |
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| To God Be the Glory:
Doane, William H.,Noland, Robert,FB |
| Using a lot of martellato and some mallet passages, the writer creates an interesting arrangement of the traditional tune, not straying far from the original harmonies. |
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| To God Be the Glory:
Doane, W.,Dobrinski, C.,HP |
| Techniques emphasize the rhythm and complement the melody. |
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| To God Be the Glory:
Doane, W.,McChesney, K.,LC |
| Solid scoring and straightforward presentation of the popular tune. |
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| To God Be the Glory:
Doane, W.,Day, D.,NM |
| Straight-forward writing combined with a ringing and malleting solo part produce the majesty this hymn by William Doane commands. |
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| To God Be the Glory:
Doane, W.,Littleton, R. L.,RW |
| This setting of the favorite hymn tune begins with lots of "swinging" and gives the impression of tower bells calling the faithful to worship. As in other Littleton arrangements, liberty is taken with rhythmic accompaniments adding a freshness to the to the texture. |
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| Veni Creator:
Erickson, J., ,GI |
| This version of "Come, Holy Spirit" is for unison voices and handbells. It is chantlike in its feel, without a set meter. |
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| Wind Fire and Heat Bless the Lord:
Proulx, R.,,AM |
| Four handbells (D5, B5, G5 and A5) are the sole accompaniment to this Pentecost introit. The antiphon is "Canticle of Creation" and the Biblical reference is John 3:8. |
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| You Make All Things New:
Haas, D.,,GI |
| "You Make All Things New" is a musical proclamation of new life and renewal from the book of Ezekiel. |
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| You Will Draw Water:
Batastini, R., ,GI |
| "You Will Draw Water" is a canticle for cantor, congregation, handbells (6 bells used) and choir ad lib. This work would be an excellent fit for liturgical congretations especially. |
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