Review:
This varied arrangement of the 15th century French processional uses randomly malleted handbells, handchimes, finger cymbals (or triangle), and chime tree to create a mystical, ethereal introduction. A simply flowing statement of the tune is presented, followed by a rhythmic, energetic, and urgent-feeling section in 7/8 meter, including the use of finger cymbals and wood block. The words “Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel is come to you, O Israel!” are grandly and joyously illustrated, and the work concludes as ethereally as it began, but with softly singing bells. 127 measures. Keys of d minor and c minor.
Published by:
Choristers Guild
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Composer:
French Processional
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Arranger:
Moklebust, Cathy
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Octaves:
3-6
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Level:
4-
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Rating:
Med Adv
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Copyright:
Varies by Piece
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Season:
Advent
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Classification:
Church or Concert
, Concert
, Full Score
, Instrument Part
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Technique:
Mallet
, Martellato Lift
, LV (Let Vibrate)
, Martellato
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Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
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Instrument:
Chimes(Choirchimes or Handchimes)
, Percussion
, Tubular Chimes
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Bells Used:
Three Octaves: 37 Bells; Four Octaves: 46 Bells; Five Octaves: 56 Bells; Six Octaves: 59 Bells
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