Written during Peter Scholtes's pastorate at St. Brendan's church on Chicago's South Side in the 1960s, this captivating folk hymn has enjoyed worldwide popularity ever since.
Composer: Scholtes, Peter Arranger: Akers, Michael E. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
Psalm 118, 110 and 143 are included in this folio with handbell accompaniment to SATB voices. The first half of the settings finds the bells ringing in traditional accompaniment and the second in cluster chords.
Composer: Kosche, K. Arranger: Behnke, J. Octaves: 3 Level: 2 Publisher: Concordia Publishing House Rating: Easy
Handbells are called for on only one of the psalm settings. D5, E5, F#5, G5 and A5 only are used . There is a suggested singing plan for each psalm setting for unison choir, congregation and instrumental accompaniment.
Composer: Burkhardt, M. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: 1 Publisher: Morning Star Music Publishers Rating: Easy
This varied collection is the answer to all of your ensemble's musical needs for the time from Lent to Pentecost. Titles include "What Wondrous Love Is This"; "O Sacred Head, Now Wounded"; "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" (HAMBURG); "The King of Glory"; "He Is Risen" (a medley); "Crown Him Lord of All!"; and "Spirit of God".
Composer: Various Arranger: McChesney, Kevin Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
Techniques emphasize the rhythm and complement the melody.
Composer: Doane, W. Arranger: Dobrinski, C. Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Easy
Solid scoring and straightforward presentation of the popular tune.
Composer: Doane, W. Arranger: McChesney, K. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
Straight-forward writing combined with a ringing and malleting solo part produce the majesty this hymn by William Doane commands.
Composer: Doane, W. Arranger: Day, D. Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: National Handbell Music Rating: Easy
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.
Composer: Doane, W. Arranger: Littleton, R. L. Octaves: 4-5 Level: 4 Publisher: Ringing Word Publications Rating: Medium Advance
Inspiring, stately, dignified yet playful, intensely rhythmic with flourish and pizzazz – these are all ways to describe this high-level work by Alex Guebert.
Composer: Guebert, Alex Octaves: 5-7 Level: 5 Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Advance
This version of "Come, Holy Spirit" is for unison voices and handbells. It is chantlike in its feel, without a set meter.
Composer: Erickson, J. Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Easy
"Veni Creator Spiritus" is an invocation of the Holy Spirit for use during the feast of Pentecost. It is also used during the ordination of priests, the profession of members of religious institutes, administering the sacrament of Confirmation, the dedication of churches, and the convening of synods or councils.
Composer: Chant Mode VIII Arranger: Hall, Jefferey A. Octaves: 2-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Christian Interdenominational Resources Rating: Easy
This chant-like and flowing arrangement of "Vidi Aquam" may be used during Mass when the celebrant sprinkles the congregation with baptismal water from Easter Sunday until the feast of Pentecost.
Composer: 10th Century Chant Arranger: Hall, Jefferey A. Octaves: 2-5 Level: 1+ Publisher: Christian Interdenominational Resources Rating: Easy
2-3 octaves of handbells add optional accompaniment to this anthem expressing the anticipation of the Lord's return. Bells ring in half note and quarter-note chords for the majority of the work.
Composer: Chepponis, James Octaves: 2-3 Level: NA Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating:
Brian has created a fresh, exciting new arrangement of the favorite African-American spiritual "Every Time I Feel the Spirit" that will definitely inspire and lift the spirits of everyone! It begins with an optional opening that features singing bell, random suspended mallets, and an ethereal handchime LV passage with hints of the main tune appearing.
Composer: Traditional Spiritual Arranger: Childers, Brian Octaves: 4-7 Level: 4 Publisher: From the Top Music Rating: Medium Advance
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.
Composer: Proulx, R. Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: Art Masters Studio, Inc. Rating: Easy
"You Make All Things New" is a musical proclamation of new life and renewal from the book of Ezekiel.
Composer: Haas, D. Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Easy
"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.
Composer: Batastini, R. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Easy