This wonderful combination of two well-known tunes is perfect for Pentecost or a service of praise.
Composer: Various Arranger: Mazzatenta, Michael Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
The character marking of this original composition is "dolente", which is translated "sorrowful". The music exudes a reflective mood through use of long, broken chords, LV technique, and thoughtful melody. The texture and strength builds throughout the work, then rallentandos to the end in a placid mood. This piece would be beautiful for communion or another moment of meditation in worship.
Composer: Wissinger, K. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Commissioned in honor of Area 7 chair Karen Van Wert, this setting by Kevin McChesney is a creative rendering of the hymn tune KIRKEN. Throughout the arrangement, snippets of the hymn text are included in the score, calling to mind the inspiration for that section of music. This setting utilizes 3-5 octaves of bells with optional bell trees.
Composer: Lindeman, Ludwig M. Arranger: McChesney, Kevin Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Four fun, educational selections for two octaves of handchimes or handbells are offered in this folio. Each one gives instructional guidelines and suggestions, and counted beats are printed below each note, to aid in learning counting. Titles included are, "Tower Chimes, It's My Turn!, Damp But Not Wet!, and Roller Coaster."
Composer: Mitchell, K. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: 1 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Four fun, educational selections for two octaves of handchimes or handbells are offered in this folio. Titles include, "Mist and Fog, A Conversation, Wiggly Worm Waltz, and Piece of Cake." Young ringers have fun and learn at the same time!
Chock full of educational value, this collection is from a series designed for ringers to "keep busy and learn a lot." Each piece has comments, suggestions and questions for the ringers to better understand and play the music. Titles include, "Lazy Boogie Bells, Old Macdonald, Syn-co-pah-tah-tah, Concentration, and America."
Composer: Various Arranger: Mitchell, K. Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Instructional guidelines are given on the cover of this useful 2 octave collection for beginning ringers. There are two level one pieces and two level two pieces.
Composer: Mitchell, K. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Imagine taking a stroll around a lake shore in the evening and seeing a beautiful, delicate sunset, a flurry of birds flitting from tree to tree, or a group of geese or ducks leaving fluid trails in the water. If you can imagine this, then you have a feel for the start of this original work commissioned by Bells of the Lakes handbell choir.
Composer: Helman, M. Octaves: 4-6 Level: 4 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
A fast tempo (quarter = 120), a plethora of accidentals, and a few sixteenth note passages (especially at the end) add up to a piece that keeps ringers on their toes!
Composer: Rossini, G. Arranger: Young, Philip M. Octaves: 4-5 Level: 5 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
For fun, concert, or festival, what is more entertaining than the classic from "Orpheus in the Underworld"! Precision ringing is required.
Composer: Offenbach, J. Arranger: Thompson, M. L. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 5 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
Here's a handbell arrangement of a traditional Hanukkah song, suitable for schools and synagogues.
Composer: Traditional Melody Arranger: Baumel, Lori H. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
From the creative pen of Hong Kong composer and bell director Emily Li, this gorgeous song will capture your choir with its flowing melodies and wonderful harmonies.
Composer: Li, Emily Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Set in Db and E Major, this original composition is marked "dolce" and is characterized by flowing rhythms in eighth-note pulse with a soaring melody.
Composer: Buckwalter, K. Arranger: Octaves: 3-6 Level: 4 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
This masterful arrangement of ELLACOMBE (commonly known as the hymns "Hosanna, Loud Hosanna" and "I Sing the Almighty Power of God") comes alive with a dancing syncopation.
Composer: Various Arranger: Sherman, Arnold Octaves: 3-5 Level: 4- Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
Optional bongos and maracas or cabasa may play along (from their own score in the back of the folio) with this lively setting of the Argentine folk melody. Festive special techniques enhance the spicy flavor of the piece that is marked "Brightly!" 56 measures in length and arranged in G Major and Ab Major, this piece is also known as the hymn tune "Song of Hope".
Composer: Arranger: Tucker, S. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3- Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Winner of the 1999 AGEHR-Area 2 Young Ringer's Festival Original Composition contest Winner, this piece is available in two compatible editions, one for 2-3 octave choirs and one for 4-5 octave choirs.
Composer: Stephenson, Valerie W. Arranger: Octaves: 2-5 Level: 3+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Capriccio is defined as "an instrumental piece in free form." Composer Kevin McChesney has placed this piece in 7/8 time with occasional 6/8 and 3/8 measures with a middle section in 3/4.
Composer: McChesney, K. Arranger: Octaves: 3-5 Level: 5 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
"Caprice" was the 1986 AGEHR National Composition Contest winner. This piece works well with 3 octaves but is more convincing if the 4th and 5th octaves are present.
Composer: Dobrinski, C. Arranger: Octaves: 3-5 Level: 4+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
Dubois, a 19th-century Parisian organist, captures the sounds of the bells of Paris. Bell motives can be heard throughout as the piece develops and grows to a glorious conclusion.
Composer: DuBois, Theodore Arranger: Zabel, Albert Octaves: 3-6 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Easy rhythms, swings and shakes give this work instant appeal to all age groups. "Carillon for a Joyous Day" is a flashy piece to show off the bell choir's work with a flair!
Composer: Wagner, D. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
The traditional Catalonian carol is set in a very reflective manner. Each verse is treated slightly differently and all are somewhat mysterious in their sound.
Composer: Catalonian Carol Arranger: Carr, Deborah Octaves: 4-5 Level: 4 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
"Cascades" is the winner of the 2014 David R. Davidson Composition Contest and joins the Distinctly Bronze Series.
Composer: Tiedman, David Octaves: 5-7 Level: 5 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
"Castle Hill Reflection" is an original composition with legato flowing melody lines. It is 44 measures and is scored in c minor.
Composer: Clark, S. Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating:
Award winning composer Michael Mazzatenta gives us an exciting original handbell piece with touches of jazz and syncopation.
Composer: Mazzatenta, Michael Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Energetic, harmonically interesting.
Composer: Berry, S. Arranger: Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
Whether for Sunday morning or for an evening concert, this original piece sets a joyful tone.
Composer: Carl, Susan Wise Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
"Thanksgiving and Remembrance" is the subtitle for this original work, which takes its inspiration from Philippians 1:3. The melody is both plaintive and in minor mode evoking the emotions of a farewell. An optional part for flute or C instrument is included in the back of the folio.
Composer: Lamb, L. Arranger: Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3- Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Requested by solo ringers, this best-selling original piece for handbell choir (AG35210) is now available for solo handbells with keyboard accompaniment. The haunting tune and beautiful harmony make this selection an excellent choice for solo handbells.
Composer: Lamb, Linda R. Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Part of the "Busy Ringer Teaching Collection", this volume presents some new challenges to the young ringer using fun songs.
Composer: Various Arranger: Mitchell, K. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
This lovely, lyrical original work is very accessible for two or three octave handbell choirs.
Composer: Lowenberg, Kenneth Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Great for chimes and perfect for any service, concert, or festival, this gorgeous original piece for 4, 5, or 6 octaves is compatible with the 2 or 3 octave edition (AG23037) released in 2010.
Composer: Lowenberg, Kenneth Octaves: 4-6 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
A piece of contrasting moods! Great for concert or church.
Composer: Wagner, D. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Based on the sixteenth-century BALOO LAMMY cradle song, this memorable Scottish Christmas hymn is wonderfully arranged for two or three octaves of handbells or handchimes by Scotsman Malcolm Wilson.
Composer: Traditional Scottish Carol Arranger: Wilson, Malcolm Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This beloved melody is beautifully set by the noted composer Hart Morris. The piece moves from C major to F major, and the final stanza is rung majestically in E-flat major, creating a unique tone painting that calls to mind the hymn text.
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Morris, Hart Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
This group is a great value, with five level 1+ hymn arrangements specifically written for chime choir. In this collection are: "Jesus, I Adore You", "Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming", "O God of God", "Lord Jesus, Think On Me", and "Christ the Lord is Risen Today". The director and ringers should be aware that "Christ the Lord is Risen" is actually based on the tune for the Christmas title "The Friendly Beasts."
Composer: Various Arranger: Stults, Tyleen Octaves: 2-3 Level: 1+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
"Chime In 2" includes four well-crafted folk and patriotic arrangements perfect for school use and beginning choirs. Titles include "America the Beautiful, Shenandoah, When the Saints Go Marching In, and Yankee Doodle."
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Stults, Tyleen Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This flexible collection features three seasonal arrangements written especially for handchimes. Titles include "O Come O Come Emmanuel", "The King Shall Come", and "Gentle Mary Laid Her Child" (also known as "Good King Wenceslas").
Composer: Various Arranger: Behnke, John A. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 1+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Continuing the popular Chime In series, these two beautiful Level 1 pieces, "Savior of the Nations Come" and "O Come All Ye Faithful", will keep everyone busy and happy.
Composer: Various Arranger: Behnke, John A. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 1 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Two etudes are included in this new Chime In offering. The first etude, "Ring Out Your Praises", is a “study” on LV, while the second etude, "Tower Sounds", is a “study” on swings.
Composer: Behnke, John Octaves: 2-3 Level: 1 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
The popular Chime In series continues with two gospel favorites: "Just As I Am" and "It is Well With My Soul".
The best selling Chime In series continues with two well-crafted arrangements of the Gospel favorites "Softly and Tenderly", and "In the Garden".
A sequel to the best selling "Chime In—Advent and Christmas" (AG23034), "Chime in Lent and Easter" contains two arrangements, "Go to Dark Gethsemane" for Lent and "Good Christian Friends Rejoice" for Easter.
"Chime In: Lent and Easter 2" advances the popular series with creative arrangements of "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "Christ Is Alive!"
Composer: Various Arranger: Krug, Jason Octaves: 2-3 Level: 1 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Continuing the popular Chime In series, here are two wonderful arrangements in one folio "Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow" and "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty".
"Chime In: Songs of Praise 2" continues the popular series with accessible hymn arrangements of "A Mighty Fortress is Our God" and "Now Thank We All Our God".
This is an arrangement of the "Nicaea" tune that begins and ends quietly. The middle section is faster and louder and the melody is above a rhythmic ostinato using chords built on 2nds and 7ths.
Composer: Nicaea Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Mendelssohn's "Gloria and Regent Square" are combined in this medley.
Composer: Various Arranger: Helman, M. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Three well-known Christmas "bell" songs, "Kling Glocken", "I Heard the Bells", and "Ding Dong Merrily on High", are combined in a dazzling medley.
Composer: Various Arranger: Behnke, John A. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Talented writer Douglas E. Wagner offers this fantastic arrangement of the Gustav Holst choral classic for bells. Perfect for concerts or services, this piece needs to be in every bell choir's Christmas repertoire.
Composer: Holst, Gustav Arranger: Wagner, Douglas E. Octaves: 4-6 Level: 4 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
Joy to the World; Angels from the Realms of Glory; Angels We Have Heard on High; & Silent Night are included in this medley. Perform with a 2 octave choir, as a solo, or as a duet.
Composer: Various Arranger: Gumma, V. Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Extensive performance notes are given for ringing this arrangement of the old English tune with several combinations of bells and chimes.
Composer: Arranger: McChesney, K. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Away in the Manger and "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear" are combined in this gentle arrangement. F major moves to Ab major and back again. Chimes are used in the lower melody.
Composer: Various Arranger: Helman, M. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
A syncopated introduction complete with shakes, toll swing, mart lifts and full texture leads into a straight-forward rendition of the hymn tune. Another section is marked "lightly, with joy!" and is scored with martellato accompaniment with a unison melody overhead. It becomes more bold in the following passage which leads to an ending marked "Tempo I."
Composer: Arranger: Geschke, S. Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
This creative arrangement opens with a mysterious prelude that makes use of the singing bell (SB) technique. It is followed by a joyous dance that employs a canon between low and high bells using mallets and thumb damps.
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Duncan, Andrew Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Based on the Fred Pratt Green hymn, this arrangement of "The Church of Christ in Every Age" paints the marvelous text.
Composer: Wareham Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
With shaking and pealing bells, this arrangement introduces the majestic melody of AURELIA, well known as the hymn "The Church’s One Foundation".
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Lamb, Robert James Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Blest Be the Tie that Binds is combined with the title in this arrangement that uses a little bit of everything. The opening suggest a feel of the Roman time, when the early church carved out a space for itself.
Composer: Aurelia/Dennis Arranger: McFadden, J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
As in all "Tunes that Teach" books, the arrangements in "Classic Tunes that Teach" develop in difficulty as you progress through the book. Each tune is presented in separate two- and three-octave arrangements to aid in readability.
Composer: Various Arranger: Thompson, Martha Lynn Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Written in the style of the classic prelude, the piece is short (46 measures) and uses several ringing techniques, including TD, SK, plucking and martellatos.
Composer: Gail Downey Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
The handbell soloist serves as accompaniment in the first section of this medley of two favorite carols. Then the piano takes the backup while the soloist rings a simple rendition of "The First Noel."
Composer: Various Arranger: McKechnie, Linda and Johnson, Malia Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Using the "Middlebury" tune, we have a delightful unison anthem with handbells and organ as accompanying instruments. An interesting effect, a bell tree glissando, is used throughout.
Composer: Middlebury Arranger: Young, P. Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
The strong "Ebenezer" tune is made even more powerful with the combined forces of bells, trumpet, timpani and organ. A very fine example of arranging using original harmonies.
Composer: Williams Arranger: McKlveen, P. Octaves: 4-5 Level: 5- Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
This chordal and easy rhythmic piece is ideal for the less experienced choir.
Composer: Arranger: McChesney, K. Octaves: 3 Level: 2+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
The energy and sparkle of Hart Morris' compositions and arrangements is well known and this setting of the tunes "Warrenton & Nettleton" is no different. A strongly rung chord and shakes open up the work and introduces the melody. Later a more legato section follows and then the melody in open 6th intervals. The ending is bright and peppy.
Composer: Various Arranger: Morris, H. Octaves: 3-6 Level: 4- Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
This piece is the first in our new "Distinctly Bronze" series.
Composer: Payn, William A. Arranger: Payn, William A. Octaves: 5 Level: 5 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
This festive music uses the multiple forces of choir, congregation, handbells and organ, and adds excitement to any service.
Composer: Goss, J. Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Wow your congregation or audience with this lively original composition. The piece opens with a spirited malleted section that transitions into a catchy and jazzy melody with martellato lifts.
Composer: Mazzatenta, Michael Octaves: 3-5 Level: 4 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
From the composer of AGEHR's 50th Anniversary Composition Contest winner, here's an exquisitely beautiful arrangement of the "Ubi Caritas" chant antiphon.
Composer: Chant Antiphon Arranger: McMichael, Catherine Octaves: 3-6 Level: 3+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
This unique, original piece blends handbell choir and optional guitar and/or praise band together in worship, making it perfect for contemporary or blended services.
Composer: Mallory, Ron Octaves: 2-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Upper bells vs. lower bells, 3/4 vs. 6/8, mf vs. ff and chimes vs. bells are some of the major contrasts that give this original, fast-paced composition itsO name.
Composer: Laurence, E. Arranger: Octaves: 3-6 Level: 4 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
Winner of the 1997 AGEHR - AREA II Festival - Conference Young Ringers Original Composition Contest, OConversationO is an antiphonal dialogue between Choir I (2-3 octaves of hand chimes) and Choir II (3-5 octaves of hand bells).
Composer: Laurence, E. Arranger: Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy
Commissioned by the Allured Composition Committee, "Coronation and Triumphant Exultation" is a major addition to the concert repertoire for advanced handbell choirs.
Composer: Sue, Larry Octaves: 5-8 Level: 4 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
Handbells and flute provide the accompaniment for this anthem based on the English carol, "Lullay, Thou Little Tiny Child."
Composer: Croo, R. Arranger: Treisback, J. Octaves: 3 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
A haunting, sober beginning finds the melody in the lower register with the chordal accompaniment lower still! This is supplemented by a consistent windchime.
Composer: English Arranger: Frey, R. Octaves: 5-7 Level: 5 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
Four dramatic g minor chords set the stage for this wonderful arrangement of the historic Coventry Carol. Julie Stitt orchestrates the piece using the tone colors of the bells, the chimes, and the optional instrument.
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Stitt, Julie Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
An innovative and fresh approach to ringing with congregational hymns; ideas given may be adapted for use with many hymns. All are in keys commonly found in hymnals.
Composer: Various Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3- Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
“Crossroads“ is a new original piece by well-known composer Bill Payn.
Composer: Payn, William A. Octaves: 5-7 Level: 4 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
In the slightly chromatic, fanfare opening one can almost hear the trumpets blaring. The hymn tune commences in measure 13 in a standard, chordal texture.
Composer: Elvey, G. Arranger: Kinyon, B. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 3- Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Fanfare and flowing textures alternate in this triumphant setting of the stately hymn tune DIADEMATA. Brass includes trumpet I & II, French Horn and/or trombone and tuba, and three timpani on G,C and D.
Composer: Diademata Arranger: Linker, J./McFadden, J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
After a fanfare, featuring a lowered 7th chord, the hymn tune "Diademata" is presented in a straight-forward manner. A following section is marked "Brightly" and makes use of a martellatoed accompaniment figure. A broad section finishes out the work which ends with a shake, a ring, and a ring touch.
Composer: Elvey, G. Arranger: Geschke, S. Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
A chordal, majestic, and easy-to-ring setting of this well-known hymn, this arrangement features an excellent variety of handbell techniques, including the optional use of chimes and malleted bells in the second stanza.
Composer: Elvey, George J. Arranger: Hakes, Derek K. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Filled with speedy mallet work and exciting martellatos, this arrangement of the familiar hymn comes to life for ringers and listeners alike.
Composer: Hymn Tune Arranger: Compton, Matthew Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
A new original work by Arnold Sherman that makes your bell choir sound like an orchestra. Musically, this piece is very satisfying and worth the work.
Composer: Sherman, Arnold B. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
This original piece--appropriate for church or concert use--dances from beginning to end with an engaging theme that continues to transform from one section to the next.
Composer: Hakes, Derek Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Winner of the 2015 Area 5 Composition Contest, this flexible and festive arrangement will have your ringers and all who hear it resisting the urge to dance!
Composer: Hakes, Derek Octaves: 2-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Composer Linda Lamb has taken her title imagery a step further in marking contrasting sections "Tripping lightly," "Waltzing and dreaming," and "Stepping high!" The beginning melody is light of heart with a slight twist of intervals that resembles Celtic folk songs.
Winner of the Canadian Composition Contest for the 2008 International Handbell Symposium, this work paints a picture of the beauty of nature and the blessings of our world.
Composer: Thomson, Patricia A. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
"Dance Capriccio" is a lively piece in compound meter for bells and opt. clarinet. This piece will keep all ringers active and on their toes. It is fun to ring and fun for audiences to hear.
Composer: Noland, R. Arranger: Octaves: 3-6 Level: 4+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
This exciting new original piece dances and drives its way from start to finish.
Composer: McChesney, Kevin Octaves: 3-5 Level: 5 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
With a gorgeous melody that could have only been written by Bach, this transcription of his beautiful organ prelude is now playable on handbells, handchimes, or a combination of both.
Composer: Bach, J. S. Arranger: Mallory, Ron Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
"Deb's Song" was written in memory of Deb Heine, who generously shared her talent and love of handbells and was an important part of the Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble.
Composer: Behnke, John Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Three mallets in hand, sleigh bells, echo technique, scale passages and sixteenth notes are some of the elements that make up this upbeat bell quartet that is sure to please visually as well as aurally!
Composer: Welsh Arranger: Stephenson, V. Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This arrangement is a duet between the keyboard and the bells, each supporting and leading the other. The bell part is rhythmically easy.
Composer: Arranger: Linker, J./McFadden, J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This text contains 50 progressive exercises to develop coordination and technical skills in ringing, damping, and changing bells.
Composer: Keller, Michael R. Arranger: Octaves: N/A Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating:
This book uses exercises to develop the dexterity and technical skills required to be a successful handbell ringer. It assumes that ringers have already completed the drills in the preceding book, "Developing Coordination Skills in Handbell Choirs".
The traditional spiritual comes alive with swing rhythms and malleted bass work in this powerful arrangement!
Composer: Traditional Spiritual Arranger: Compton, Matthew Octaves: 3-7 Level: 3+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Playful bell motives abound in this joyful arrangement of a favorite Christmas bell tune.
Composer: French Arranger: Eithun, Sandra Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This upbeat arrangement combines "Ding, Dong, Merrily on High" and "Good King Wenceslas".
Composer: Traditional French Arranger: Behnke, John A. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
"Divenire", or Become, was composed for the Youth Track of the 2016 International Handbell Symposium in Vancouver, Canada. It begins with an adagio tempo and a plaintive melodic line. Later, the addition of mallets, mart-lifts, an energetic tempo, and sudden dynamic changes create a sense of urgency that persists to the final measure.
Composer: Compton, Matthew Octaves: 3-6 Level: 2+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
A good use of techniques sets off this great arrangement of a tune featured in the film O Brother Where Art Thou?, which is appropriate for church, concert, or festival use.
Composer: Spiritual Arranger: Behnke, John A. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
This original piece for an advanced choir expertly paints a musical picture celebrating America’s wild and scenic rivers. Commissioned by the Rogue Ringers of Medford, OR, and based on the Rogue River, this imaginative piece will be featured at Distinctly Bronze West 2015.
Composer: Krug, Jason Octaves: 3-5 Level: 4+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Advance
Versatile instrumentation is used in this arrangement of "There Is a Balm in Gilead, Battle Hymn of the Republic" and "We Shall Overcome." The work is useful for Kwanzaa, Martin Luther King Day and Black History Month in February.
Composer: Various Arranger: Laurence, E. Octaves: 5-6 Level: 4+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance
This arrangement based on the hymn tune CONSOLATION is truly thought provoking with beautiful melodies and flowing harmonies that allow for reflection and witness.
Composer: Thompson, Karen Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Commissioned in memory of David R. Davidson, this moving original selection uses the singing bell technique, wonderful melodic lines, and a powerful rhythmic section.
Composer: Payn, William Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
For three, four, or five octaves of handbells or handchimes, this dynamic arrangement of the Easter hymn "Jesus Christ Is Risen Today" (hymn tune Llanfair) also offers optional parts for organ and B-flat trumpet.
Composer: Williams, Robert Arranger: Benton, Robin Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Using EASTER HYMN and MIT FREUDEN ZART, here's a great piece for the Easter season.
Written for the 10th anniversary of the Kokomo Handbell Festival, this arrangement of Martin Luther's best-known hymn pulls out all the stops. Parts include scores for 3 octaves, 4-5 octaves, keyboard, brass and timpani.
Composer: Luther, Martin Arranger: Benton, Douglas J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium Advance