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| Acclamation in G Minor:
Thompson, Karen,,AG |
| This original piece in the tradition of "Festive Peal" (AG35303) is your festival solution! With compatible arrangements for choirs containing two to six octaves of bells without bell changes, your ringers can play this piece without tables or from memory for greater impact in your next concert or service. |
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| 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. |
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| Alleluia:
Sinclair, J.,Lamb, L.,AG |
| Arranger Linda Lamb treats the simple praise chorus theme by Jerry Sinclair in a variety of textual ways. |
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| All Is Well:
Smith, Michael & Kirkpatrick, Wayne,Raney, Joel,HP |
| Joel Raney’s setting of Michael W. Smith’s mega-hit Christmas song was commissioned by The Agape Ringers in loving memory of Debbie Perisho, who was with the ensemble for 13 years before losing her battle to cancer. This powerful setting beautifully expresses the message that in both life and death, all is well. |
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| Angels We Have Heard On High:
Traditional French carol,Brengle, Kyler,AG |
| This show-stopping new arrangement of the hymn tune GLORIA is filled with joyful energy! For an above average bell choir wanting a great new exciting Christmas piece. |
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| Appassionata:
Joy, Michael W.,,BE |
| Your musicians will get the chance to focus on their musicality with this beautiful original composition. Alternating between passages both prayerful and haunting, this work is sure to elicit a deep emotional response from audience and ringer alike. |
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| Be Thou My Vision:
Traditional,Moklebust, Cathy,LC |
| Perfect for any worship or festival setting, Cathy Moklebust's lush arrangement of SLANE offers a wonderful opportunity to work on LV and legato techniques with your ringers. |
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| Breath of Heaven:
Grant, Amy & Eaton, Chris,Eithun, Sandra,HP |
| Amy Grant’s poignant and haunting contemporary Christmas classic has been set for 3-7 octaves of handbells and optional handchimes. The opening suspended mallets create an ethereal backdrop for this well-known text which shares the inner voice of Mary as she journeys to Bethlehem to give birth to the Christ child. |
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| Celebrate With Ringing:
Mazzatenta, Michael,,AG |
| Award winning composer Michael Mazzatenta gives us an exciting original handbell piece with touches of jazz and syncopation. |
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| Christmas Angels:
Various,Tervo, Brian,LC |
| The Christmas angels announce the joy of Christ’s birth in this medley of beloved carols! Carols included in this medley are "Hark the Herald Angels Sing, Angels from the Realms of Glory, and Angels We Have Heard on High." |
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| Christ the Babe Is Lord of All:
Various,Krug, Jason,RO |
| The adjectives gentle, flowing, and beautiful well describe this tasteful setting celebrating our Savior’s birth. The addition of a flute or violin (optional) makes it even better. |
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| Coventry Carol:
Traditional,Stitt, Julie,AG |
| 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. |
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| Ding Dong Merrily on High:
Traditional,Roth, Karen,JH |
| This bright, exciting arrangement of the Christmas classic is sure to bring a little extra energy to any holiday concert! |
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| Fanfare Jubilee:
Krug, Jason,,RR |
| Talk about a great festival piece... this original was commissioned for a festival and is perfect for that use! Driving rhythmic energy contrasting with a slower melodic section will make it a favorite to showcase any choir. |
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| Festive Toccata on Old Hundredth:
Traditional,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| This energetic and joyous arrangement of the tunes OLD HUNDREDTH and ST. FLAVIAN was commissioned by The Bruton Parish of Williamsburg, Virginia, to commemorate the 300th anniversary of their historic church building, and to honor their music director and organist. |
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| First Noel:
English Carol,Moklebust, Cathy,JH |
| The passionate writing of Cathy Moklebust comes through in this setting of the traditional carol, written for The Raleigh Ringers Series for advanced choirs. |
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| Gabriel's Oboe:
Morricone, Ennio,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
| Originally from the motion picture The Mission, this tune is often voted one of the loveliest melodies in existence and has since become a standard of instrumental repertoire. |
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| Gloria Hodie:
Various,McChesney, Kevin & Turner, Julie,JH |
| Rockin' out on old traditional carols? You bet! The carols in question – 'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime and On This Day Earth Shall Ring - are driven forward by a pulsing beat in the bass bells, with contrasting slower sections and optional handchimes providing even more listening interest. The total result is another winner from the team of Julie Turner and Kevin McChesney, sure to challenge your ringers and amaze your audience. |
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| Go Tell It on the Mountain:
Traditional Spiritual,Petker, Allan & McChesney, Kevin,FB |
| Put a little swing into your holiday concert with this fun, jazzy take on the well-loved Christmas spiritual!
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| He Is Born:
Various,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| Two well-known Christmas tunes, "He is Born" (IL EST NE) and "On This Day Earth Shall Ring" (PERSONET HODIE) are combined in an exciting new Christmas arrangement. |
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| How Firm a Foundation:
Traditional,Childers, Brian,BE |
| Exciting syncopations feature prominently in the opening verse of this arrangement by Brian Childers. Various stopped techniques throughout the piece lend a sense of joyous festivity. |
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| In the Bleak Midwinter:
Holst, Gustav,Ingram, Bill,CP |
| This hauntingly beautiful carol weds Christina Rossetti’s meaningful poem, “What Shall I Give Him?” with Gustav Holst’s lovely tune, and this simple arrangement seems captures the simplicity of both the melody and message. |
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| It Came Upon the Midnight Clear:
Willis, Richard,Krug, Jason,CG |
| The well-known Christmas tune is given a delicate, introspective arrangement perfect for a quiet, meditative moment in any church service or concert. |
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| Jesus Loves Me:
Bradbury, William,Glasgow, Michael J.,RR |
| Michael Glasgow brings a lush and beautifully elegant treatment to “Jesus Loves Me.” This unique setting is introspective, reflective and prayerful. 2-3 octave and 3-6 octave versions of the arrangement are provided in the same score, and may be played either separately or together, with optional piano or chamber orchestra. |
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| Joy and Elation:
Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP |
| The sparkling rhythms and memorable melody of this easy-to-learn original composition by Cynthia Dobrinski creates an exuberant, celebratory mood. |
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| Joyful Joyful:
Beethoven, Ludwig van,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| In this jubilant setting of HYMN TO JOY, Cynthia Dobrinski incorporates a nice variety of handbell techniques to make the tune come to life. With straight ringing along with mallets, martellato, and effective shakes, the ringers and listeners alike are given a satisfying musical experience. |
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| Joy to the World:
Handel, George F.,Krug, Jason,RW |
| Classy and exciting, this arrangement by Jason Krug preserves the baroque feel of the original Christmas carol by Handel. |
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| Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence:
Traditional French carol,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| The melody of the haunting tune PICARDY is used for this wonderful Advent or General prelude. The “Alleluia” motif begins the piece and ties together two very contrasting settings of the melody. |
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| Lion Sleeps Tonight, The:
Various,Waldrop, Tammy,RR |
| Sung by various artists since the 1950’s, this perennial favorite may be played by handbells alone, as a sing-a-long, or with additional handbell ringers playing along on the chorus to create a “handbell surround sound”! |
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| Now Thank We All Our God:
Cruger, Johann,Larson, Lloyd,HP |
| This festive presentation for handbells and piano sets a joyous mood with a flourishing keyboard pattern at the start and then builds dynamically as it progresses. |
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| Prayer:
Sibelius, Jean,Whitehill, Erik,AG |
| This arrangement is a beautiful musical prayer that incorporates the famous hymn "Be Still My Soul". The use of LV, echoes, and lyrical lines characterize this lovely and thought-provoking expression of faith. |
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| Prayer for Peace:
Helman, M., ,AG |
| This piece "is dedicated to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington DC, and Pennsylvania on 9/11/01." |
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| Psalm of Celebration:
McChesney, Kevin,,JH |
| "Psalm of Celebration" is a sure-fire winner for concert, worship, and festivals! The well-crafted dialogue between handbells and brass or organ is rewarding to hear and to play. |
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| Raise the Songs of Harvest:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| Bold chords give way to ST. GEORGE’S WINDSOR (Come, Ye Thankful People, Come) to open this medley of Thanksgiving tunes. A softer middle section utilizing the tune KREMSER (We Gather Together) gives all ranges a chance to showcase the melody. A final verse, using NUN DANKET (Now Thank We All Our God) returns to the same triumphant feel of the opening. A rousing choice for a Thanksgiving service. |
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| Recollection:
Waugh, Timothy,,CG |
| Selected for the 17th International Handbell Symposium 2016 in Vancouver, Canada, Recollection is a soothing, lyrical composition with flexible instrumental options. Recollection is excellent for teaching musicality and expressive musicianship. |
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| Star Spangled Banner:
Smith, John Stafford,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| Commissioned for the 2012 Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar and played by Seminar ringers at the Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati, Ohio, this arrangement is a fantastic opener for a concert, patriotic service, or a Major League Baseball game! |
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| Swing Low:
Traditional Spirituals,Krug, Jason,CG |
| "Swing Low" is a lively combination of "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" and "Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen". Full of catchy, syncopated rhythms and jazzy harmonies, this rhythmic romp will delight audiences and challenge ringers. |
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| Tell the Story:
Various,Dennis, Karissa,RW |
| This Level 2 setting by Karissa Dennis combines the favorite hymns "I Love to Tell the Story" and "How Firm a Foundation" into a terrific selection for developing choirs. |
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| Toccata on King's Weston:
Williams, Ralph Vaughan,Compton, Matthew,HP |
| Arranger Matthew Compton has provided us with another high energy arrangement. True to a Toccata, this arrangement based on the “King’s Weston” tune flies along with fiery rhythms and continuous intensity from beginning to end. |
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| Wade In the Water:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Benjamin,AP |
| Combining this well-known spiritual with a fast, yet "bluesy" feel creates a fun and exciting experience for players and listeners alike. |
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| What Child Is This:
Traditional English melody,Austin, Brenda E.,BE |
| A haunting singing bell chord begins this emotional rendition of the traditional English melody GREENSLEEVES. A creative and original choice for your Advent season. |
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