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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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| Amazing Grace:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,RR |
| Sandra Eithun's ethereal Level 2 setting of "Amazing Grace" artfully employs the Singing Bell technique. |
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| Angels We Have Heard on High:
French Carol,Mallory, Ron,JH |
| This arrangement of the well-known tune GLORIA begins majestically before transitioning into a bright and brilliant section featuring malleted bass. A brilliant new setting of a Christmas classic! |
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| Bound for the Promised Land:
Walker, William,Hakes, Derek,HP |
| Reflecting the mystery, anticipation, and excitement of the journey we will all one day take, this setting incorporates a myraid of techniques, as well as, a few tempo changes. |
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| Children Go Where I Send Thee:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Benjamin A.,AP |
| This spiritual is cleverly written in twelve-bar blues form and uses the techniques of malleting bells as well as echo and ring-touch to give the piece spice!
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| Chime In Gospel Favorites 2:
Various,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| The best selling Chime In series continues with two well-crafted arrangements of the Gospel favorites "Softly and Tenderly", and "In the Garden". |
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| Church's One Foundation:
Wesley, Samuel S.,Moklebust, Cathy & David,CG |
| Samuel Wesley’s monumental hymn, AURELIA, has been arranged for congregational singing, accompanied by handbells, organ, brass, timpani, and SATB choir. However, the handbell score may be played alone if desired, as all the other parts are optional. |
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| Eleanor Rigby:
Lennon, John & McCartney, Paul,Mallory, Ron,JH |
| The popularity of the Beatles has never waned, and this selection from our Handbells ROCK! series shows why. |
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| Enduring Gladness:
Mallory, Ron,,AG |
| A fun new original piece filled with techniques and accessible for any 2- or 3-octave bell choir. Use of mallets, echoes, melody for bass and treble, shakes, and thumb damping make this great for teaching or festival use, plus wonderful for worship or concert any time of the year. |
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| Fanfare Flourish:
Mallory, Ron,,JH |
| Although easy to play, this original from Ron Mallory makes a great opener for just about any setting. There are no stopped sounds or bell changes, allowing bells to be played away from tables if desired. |
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| For the Beauty of the Earth:
Traditional,Childers, Brian,FM |
| Brian has crafted a beautifully lyrical and sensitive arrangement of this wonderful hymn. Addition of percussion is the icing on this musical cake. This luscious arrangement will be fulfilling to ring and inspirational to listeners. |
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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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| Gospel Hymn Ring:
Various,Waldrop, Tammy,AP |
This rousing medley was written to give the effect of a Sunday night gospel hymn sing, complete with a few country or bluegrass pickers in the group!
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| 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. |
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| Holly Jolly Christmas:
Marks, Johnny,Raney, Joel,HP |
| This holiday classic was made famous by Burl Ives as the title track from his 1965 Christmas album. The charm and nuances that make this favorite tug at the heartstrings and call up fond memories from Christmases past are perfectly captured in this enchanting setting. |
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| Impressions on Veni Emmanuel:
French Processional,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| 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. |
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| In a Manger:
Various,Raney, Joel,HP |
| Bringing together a number of familiar carols this Christmas medley combines piano with 3-5 octave handbells in a powerul back-and—forth dialogue between the two instruments. |
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| Jesus Loves Me:
Traditional,Mallory, Ron,JH |
| Ron Mallory's arrangement of everyone's favorite children's hymn is not just for kids - although it would be GREAT for them! It would also make a great choice for a “quick workup” piece with minimal rehearsal or to showcase a less-experienced choir at their musical best! |
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| Jesus Shall Reign:
Hatton, John ,Ingram, Bill,CG |
| This flexible and solid level 1 arrangement is playable by 2, 3, 4 or 5 octave handbell or handchime groups, making it an excellent choice for festivals and for choirs ringing with some absentees. The stately hymntune, DUKE STREET, is set to several different sets of lyrics in different hymnals, and will be useful throughout most of the church year. |
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| Joyance:
Mallory, Ron,,AG |
| "Joyance" is the winner of the Handbell Musicians of America Area 2 Festival Conference Composition Contest. For 3-5 octaves of bells and optional 3 octaves of handchimes, this catchy and rhythmic original piece is a festive prelude for any church service. |
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| Joyfully Rejoice:
Various,Osman, Terry,LC |
| Lift the spirits of your congregation with this dynamic medley of three beloved hymn tunes. |
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| Joy to the World:
Handel, G. F.,Mallory, Ron,JH |
| This setting of the Christmas classic is very easy to put together with little rehearsal time, but the result is a nice big, joyful sound. |
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| Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence:
French Melody,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| A haunting opening verse on handchimes, accompanied by a singing bell drone and ethereal random malleting in the high bells, gives way to a more chordal verse of the well-known tune. |
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| Little Drummer Boy:
Various,Raney, Joel,HP |
| This delightful presentation of this well-loved Christmas song is a dynamic fully developed setting that is perfect for Christmas concerts in schools, communities, and churches. |
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| Meditations on the Theme of Peace:
Hakes, Derek,,FM |
| This moving work was written in response to the global increase in violence. Derek has included an introduction to this work which describes the evolution of this work – from fascination with musical cryptograms 20 years ago to feeling compelled to develop that one cryptogram (PEACE) into a beautifully moving musical work based on the words PEACE and DONA NOBIS PACEM. |
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| My Father's World:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,RO |
| Combining the Singing Bell technique with malleted treble notes, Sandra Eithun establishes a beautiful, ethereal beginning to this lovely piece that musically describes God’s creation. It will be useful in just about any worship service. |
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| Now Thank We All Our God with Sing to the Lord of Harvest:
Various,Hakes, Derek,HP |
| Using mallets to create an energetic mood, this setting is designed to reflect the celebratory atmosphere of the Thanksgiving season. |
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| Oh How Joyfully:
Sicilian melody,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| Joy springs from this Level 2 arrangement of the German carol "O du froeliche" (hymn tune SICILIAN MARINERS) for 3-5 octaves of handbells. |
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| O Holy Night:
Adam, Adolphe C.,Lamb, Linda,AG |
| With this very accessible version, now every bell choir can play "O Holy Night" at Christmastime. With wonderful use of handchimes, the melody comes shining through as the handbells play the descanting arpeggios. |
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| Old Rugged Cross:
Bennard, George,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| Simultaneously traditional and modern, Lloyd Larson’s arrangement of this beloved hymn is sure to become a favorite of your congregation. |
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| Open My Eyes:
Scott, Clara H.,Thompson, Karen,CG |
| Open My Eyes is a gentle and prayerful treatment of a most cherished hymn. The arrangement begins with harmonically lush LVs, transitions to a delicate and introspective handchime section, and ends quietly with suspended mallets. |
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| Pirates of the Caribbean:
Badelt, Klaus,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
| "Shiver Me Timbers!" It's an arrangement of the movie music from Disney's blockbuster hit, "Pirates of the Caribbean"! |
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| Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head:
Bacharach, Burt,Morris, Hart,RR |
| Hart Morris brings us this fantastic setting of the Burt Bacharach favorite with an arrangement that is sure to become a classic. It works very well with just handbells and the optional handchimes, but adding the optional clarinet, bass, and drums will transform it into a genuine show stopper. |
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| Sesame Street Theme:
Raposo, Joe,Glasgow, Michael,CP |
| Bring “sunny days” to your concerts and festivals with this fun arrangement of the timeless song from “Sesame Street.” First appearing on television in 1969, this beloved children’s educational program has an engaging theme known intergenerationally. Add the optional drums and/or Boomwhackers, and invite Elmo and Big Bird! |
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| Shall We Gather at the River:
Traditional,Helman, Michael,BE |
| Here is a good, solid piece for level one that keeps everyone involved. This arrangement of the old gospel hymn combines smooth accompaniment with melody in upper and lower registers along with the echo and LV techniques. |
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| There's Something About That Name:
Gaither, Gloria & William J.,Axelson, Gloria,RO |
| Gloria Axelson brings us this beautiful setting of one of the Gaither's most beloved hymns. It is suitable for almost any worship service and is accessible for many 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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| West Indies Carol:
Caribbean/Hairston,Tucker, Sondra,RO |
| Sondra Tucker hits it out of the park with this great arrangement of a Christmas classic. Lively and full of fun and interesting techniques, it is a sure winner! |
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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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| What Child Is This:
Traditional,Guebert, Alex,AG |
| Beautiful, new harmonies fill this special new setting of "What Child is This" (Greensleeves). Swings and echoes will draw the listeners into the visual and aural aspects of this piece. |
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| When the Saints Go Marching In:
Traditional,Gregory, Thomas,AG |
| A four note bass pattern, played first as quarter notes and later as eighth notes, propels this joyful and moving arrangement of the famous American Gospel hymn. |
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