Review:      Three variations of Amazing Grace weave a lovely tapestry of this beloved tune: Part 1 showcases the single-line melody with a very simple accompaniment; Part 2 enlivens the tune with an obbligato part in the treble - and the melody and stronger rhythmic statement in the lower bells; Part 3 is bolder yet, with richer chording and some harmonic interest. It’s perfect for any part of a worship service. Notes on setting up a Bell Tree and ways to practice Bell Trees at home are included. This lovely rendition of Amazing Grace can be played by a full choir in different ranges – depending on how many ringers and the range of bells you have at hand. A Bell Tree is optional for the highest octave in all cases. Two companion folios are compatible with this “3AB” Ensemble score: “Amazing Grace 1AB” for Bell Tree and Piano/Harp (RE56851ABR Pink cover) and the Trio/Ensemble version “Amazing Grace 2AB” (RE56952AB Purple cover). Any of these scores will delight your audience for a quiet moment in worship or concert, and, when used in festival settings, allow each group to select the score version that fits them perfectly (Note – you DO need to specify all pick A or all B, so you’ll be in the same key!!) “Amazing Grace 3AB” is part of the “TrueMusic” Series (showcasing creative fully-scored Festival/Concert/Worship pieces) from ringTrue Handbell Music, which provides well-crafted music, sometimes in several versions, to make all ringers successful in their music making.

Published by: ringTrue

 Part of the Series: True Music - ringTrue

Composer: Traditional	Arranger: Wissinger, Kathleen	Octaves: 2-5	Level: 2	Rating: Easy Medium	Copyright: 2017
Season: All Year
Classification: Bell Tree , Church or Concert , Hymn Tune , Instrument Part
Technique: LV (Let Vibrate) , Martellato
Voicing: Handbells, No Choral
Instrument: C Instrument , Bell Tree
Bells Used: Two Octaves: 8 Bells; Three Octaves: 17 Bells; Four Octaves: 8 Bells; Five Octaves: 29 Bells