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      Hot 40 for April 20, 2015 through April 27, 2015
10,000 Reasons:  Myrin, Jonas & Redman, Matt,Bettcher, Peggy,HP
Peggy Bettcher has provided a flowing arrangement of this popular new worship song by Jonas Myrin and Matt Redman.
 
Allegro Con Moto:  Krug, Jason,,GI
Selected by the Handbell Musicians of America as a music example that showcases the best in the handbell art form, Allegro con moto (fast, with motion) is lively, upbeat, and full of rhythmic drive and melodic energy.
 
All Hail the Power of Jesus Name:  Holden, Oliver & Chapman, Don,McChesney, Kevin,RW
Kevin McChesney gives this familiar tune a truly triumphant character. The setting uses 3-6 octaves of handbells and an optional keyboard. Although the keyboard is optional, its use will greatly enhance the arrangement!
 
Amazing Grace:  Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,RR
Sandra Eithun's ethereal Level 2 setting of "Amazing Grace" artfully employs the Singing Bell technique.
 
Baptized in Water:  Traditional Gaelic Melody,Thompson, Karen,RO
This arrangement of a traditional Gaelic melody, used for several hymns, begins and ends very energetically. The center section provides a very nice, slower contrast.
 
Celebrate With Ringing:  Mazzatenta, Michael,,AG
Award winning composer Michael Mazzatenta gives us an exciting original handbell piece with touches of jazz and syncopation.
 
Celebration:  Gramann, Fred,,LC
Written for the 30th Bay View Week of Handbells (August, 2007), Fred's latest original composition for the idiom is pure excitement from beginning to end with its forward-moving rhythms and a joyful recurring theme.
 
Celtic Ring:  Traditional,Geschke, Susan,HP
Weaving together original melodies and HOLY MANNA, Susan Geschke's latest piece is playful and exuberant. This happy selection is immediately engaging and is as pleasing to hear as it is to ring.
 
Cheerful Bell Medley:  Dennis, Karissa,,RW
As the title so aptly puts it, this medley of Sunday School favorites is all kinds of cheerful! Staccato techniques are found throughout and add to the fun. This is sure to be a hit with ringers of all ages!
 
Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing:  Wyeth, John,Mallory, Ron,AP
"Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing," arranged by Ron Mallory for 3-5 octaves handbells, is a vibrant and energetic setting of the well-known hymn tune.
 
Come to Jesus:  Rice, Chris,Raney, Joel,HP
In this contemporary handbell setting, the theme of Jesus being ever present and offering comfort and hope in every circumstance is the inspirational message behind the song, making this useful in any worship setting.
 
Down By the Riverside:  Traditional,Morris, Hart,HP
This (AGEHR) level 3+ setting reflects the joy of both the tune and the text of this beloved gospel song - "I'm Gonna Lay Down My Sword and Shield...Gonna study war no more."
 
Easter Glory:  Various,Moklebust, Cathy,LC
Cathy Moklebust expertly weaves together three dynamic hymns in this joyous arrangement proclaiming the Risen Christ!
 
Easy Book:  Various,Ingram, Bill & Lamb, Linda,RO
Whether your choir is just starting out or is a veteran group looking for something to ring with little rehearsal time, this collection from Linda Lamb and Bill Ingram is for you!
 
El Shaddai:  Card, Michael & Thompson, John,Geschke, Susan,HP
This powerful Christian contemporary song has carved a lasting place in the hearts and minds of worshippers.
 
Empty Tomb:  Various,Behnke, John A.,AP
"Empty Tomb" is a wonderful Easter piece for 3-5 octave handbell choir with optional narration.
 
Glorious Celebration:  Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP
This dynamic, original handbell setting by Cynthia Dobrinski is a great way to set the mood for any joyous occasion.
 
God of Amazing Grace:  Various,Moklebust, Cathy,CG
Two hymns focusing on grace are interwoven in this arrangement; God of Grace and God of Glory and Amazing Grace, dedicated to Grace First Presbyterian Church of Weatherford, TX. This unique arrangement is suitable at most any time during the church year, for concert, or festivals.
 
Grazioso:  Sherman, A., ,RR
The texture of this expressive work starts simply and then builds into a strong, fully-scored section. This section is abruptly followed by a passage of etheral sound produced by echo and mallets on suspended bells techniques. The opening material returns and builds to a strong finish.
 
Hallelujah:  Cohen, Leonard,Raney, Joel,HP
This Leonard Cohen song has been covered by a number of recording artists and even made an appearance in the movie "Shrek". Known around the globe, it has become a standard inspirational song, leading Joel Raney to set it for 3-5 octave handbells and optional Handchimes and Synth.
 
Hallelujah! What a Savior's Love:  Various,Waldrop, Tammy,AP
"Hallelujah! What a Savior's Love", arranged by Tammy Waldrop, is a 3, 4, or 5 octave medley of the hymn tunes "Man of Sorrows" and "My Savior's Love" and combines both the reflection and rejoicing of the Easter season.
 
Hymn of Promise:  Traditional,Linker, Janet & McFadden, Jane,HP
Combining handbells, keyboard and chimes, Janet Linker and Jane McFadden have created a contemplative arrangement of this lovely Natalie Sleeth tune.
 
Introit for Easter:  Raney, Joel,,HP
Celebrate the culmination of Holy Week with this exciting opening for your Easter service, either as a choral introit, or as a processional.
 
It Is Well with My Soul:  Bliss, P.,Moklebust, C.,AP
Commissioned in memory of 21 lives lost on board the TWA flight 800 in July of 1996, this beloved Philip Bliss hymn tune, VILLE DU HAVRE, has a score for optional 3 octaves of chimes, violin or flute. On July 21, 1996 an angle cloud appeared above the bereaved community along with 21 smaller clouds and two rainbows.
 
I Want Jesus to Walk With Me:  Traditional Spiritual,Waldrop, Tammy,HP
From arranger Tammy Waldrop here is a rhythmic, soulful setting of this popular spiritual. Staccato sections contrast with smooth sustained passages featuring optional chimes.
 
I Want Jesus to Walk With Me:  Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Benjamin,AP
Alfred Sacred welcomes Benjamin Tucker to its handbell catalog with this accessible arrangement of “I Want Jesus to Walk With Me”.
 
Let It Be:  Lennon, John & McCartney, Paul,McChesney, Kevin,JH
One of the greatest rock anthems of all time, the Lennon-McCartney classic "Let It Be", comes to handbells in this arrangement by Kevin McChesney, proving once again that Handbells ROCK!
 
Let It Go From Disney's Frozen:  Lopez, Robert & Anderson-Lopez, Kristen,McChesney, Kevin,JH
This award-winning song from Disney's “Frozen” has become a sensation with kids and adults alike, and now your handbell choir can create some sensational moments of its own.
 
Muppet Show Theme:  Henson, Jim & Pottle, Sam,Tervo, Brian,CP
Like the show itself, this one is pure joy! Don’t be afraid to break out the kazoos (optional) and enjoy this nostalgic tune, reminding everyone of good times.
 
Old Rugged Cross:  Traditional,Waldrop, Tammy,RO
This timeless hymn is beautifully set for three, four, or five octave handbells with optional vocal solo and optional handchimes. The solo is very easy and adds greatly to the performance.
 
O the Deep Deep Love of Jesus:  Beethoven, Ludwig van,Lamb, Linda,HP
Linda Lamb has combined portions of Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata" with the hymn tune EBENEZER to create this charming Level 1+ piece.
 
Passacaglia in C Minor:  Gramann, Fred,,CG
The term passacaglia refers to a set of variations over a repeating bass line, commonly in triple meter. This original work by Fred Gramann explores a variety of handbell textures and techniques, building from simple to more complex patterns.
 
Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow:  Traditional,Mallory, Ron,RW
Mallory's arrangement is a strong, versatile setting of one of the great hymns of the Church.
 
Sacred Silence:  Various,Dennis, Karissa,JH
A variety of techniques, including the singing bell, and optional handchimes figure prominently in this moving arrangement that uses both “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence” and “O Sacred Head Now Wounded”.
 
Shall We Gather at the River:  Traditional,Krug, Jason,BE
With delicate and unexpected opening harmonies, this arrangement of the hymn HANSON PLACE gives your group an excellent chance to express themselves. The piece voyages through varying moods and styles, showing many different facets of the tune.
 
Singin In the Rain:  Brown, Nacio Herb & Freed, Arthur,Tervo, Brian,AP
First introduced in the late 1920s and later used as a centerpiece for the 1952 MGM film of the same name, "Singin' in the Rain", arranged by Brian Tervo, is a tune that many Americans recognize and associate with the movie scene where Gene Kelly joyously danced and splashed through puddles during a rainstorm.
 
Standing on the Promises:  Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,SF
This light and spirited presentation of the beloved gospel song is great for incorporating extended techniques into a group's repertoire.
 
Sweet Hour of Prayer:  Bradbury, William,Krug, Jason,CG
Jason Krug’s flowing arrangement of the well-loved hymn will delight listeners as well as stretch the musicality of your ringers.
 
Thine Is the Glory:  Handel, George Frideric,Raney, Joel,HP
This brilliant Easter hymn by George Frideric Handel is set by Joel Raney for 3-5 octave handbells and piano in a delightful "classical" style.
 
This Is My Father's World:  Sheppard, Franklin,Mallory, Ron,JH
While optional, handchimes figure prominently (and beautifully!) in the melody of this familiar hymn tune.
 
Triumph Song of Life:  Beethoven, Ludwig van,Childers, Brian,AP
Brimming with excitement, this setting of the cherished hymn "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee" is sure to challenge and thrill ringers and listeners alike.
 
What a Wonderful World:  Weiss, George David & Thiele, Bob,Eithun, Sandra,HP
This wonderful song, originally made famous by Louis Armstrong's quintessential recording, is set here by Sandra Eithun for 3-6 octaves of handbells with optional handchimes and wind chimes.
 
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