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| 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. |
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| Adventure Begins:
Mallory, Ron,,JH |
Also titled "A Journey of Faith", this Ron Mallory original pulses rhythmically with malleted bells and percussion, creating a big, full sound that is as engaging to perform as it is to hear.
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| All Is Well:
Smith, Michael W. & Kirkpatrick, Wayne,Larson, Lloyd,HP |
| This creative setting of the contemporary Christmas classic captures the tender and simple melodic interpretation found in the artist’s own rendition. It spans the spectrum dynamically while underscoring the overall theme that Emmanuel has been born. |
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| Angels From the Realms of Glory:
Smart, Henry T.,McChesney, Kevin,SF |
| Rhythmic and exciting, this Kevin McChesney arrangement of "Angels from the Realms of Glory" will become a consistent go-to for your Christmas or Easter worship services. |
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| Be Thou My Vision:
Traditional,Turner, Julie,RW |
| Groups of all ability levels will find something to love about this medley of two well-known hymn tunes (Slane and Thaxted) by Julie Turner. There are no accidentals and the rhythms are very achievable, making it accessible for Level 1 and 2 ringers. |
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| Breathe:
Barnett, Marie,Hakes, Derek K.,HP |
| This ethereal setting of the familiar praise song by Marie Barnett incorporates the hymn "Breathe on Me, Breath of God". The handbell part stands alone or can serve as the accompaniment to the choral setting. |
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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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| Carillon of Praise:
Moklebust, Cathy,,CG |
| "Carillon of Praise" is an energetic, joyous original composition that includes a stanza of the John Goss hymn tune LAUDA ANIMA, or “Praise My Soul, the King of Heaven.” With its constant eighth note carillon patterns, and extensive use of LV, this piece shimmers from beginning to end. |
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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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| Christmas Don't Be Late (The Chipmunk Song):
Seville, Bob,Eithun, Mitchell,AP |
| Channel Alvin, Simon, Theodore, and Dave with this winning setting of the cherished Christmas song! Perfect for holiday concerts and other gigs, this arrangement offers lots of opportunities to ring in the fun of the season! |
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| Christmastime with O Come All Ye Faithful:
Smith, Michael W. & Carlson, J.,Larson, Lloyd,HP |
| For the Christmas season, this setting for piano and accessible handbells pairs the popular contemporary song with a beloved traditional carol. The piano part is of intermediate difficulty and the handbells are Level 2. |
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| Contemplation on Beautiful Savior:
Traditional,Compton, Matthew,HP |
| Starting with a peaceful, simple motif that recurs throughout, this arrangement gives us a refreshing take on the hymn “Beautiful Savior.” |
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| Elijah Rock:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Benjamin A.,AP |
Ben Tucker strikes jazz magic again with this winning setting of the popular spiritual! Chromatics and a quasi-improv section, plus the added percussion make this piece zing!
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| Exultation:
Compton, Matthew,,AG |
| "Exultation" is a spirited new original piece with a catchy and memorable theme that always returns. Mart lifts and mallet work make this piece dance along. Contrast is provided with beautiful lyric interludes. |
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| Fancye:
Waugh, T., ,JH |
| This original work was comissioned by a youth bell choir and it certainly has the energy and enthusiasm of youth! Set in 10/8 meter with a brisk tempo and peppered with martellatos, mart-lifts, and stacatto mallet markings, the music lopes along for 30 measures before it settles into a 4/4 section that flows with Lv'd eighth-note accompaniment. |
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| Fanfare and Alleluia :
Wagner, Douglas E.,,CG |
| Published in two compatible editions, this outburst of joy rings quite easily and requires no bell/chime changes. |
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| Festive Intrada:
Tucker, S.,,GI |
| Handbells, Organ, and optional Brass Quintet combine for this joyful fanfare originally written for a wedding. Handbells introduce the theme and then go on to accompany the organ and brass as they enters with the theme. |
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| Grand Chorus:
Raney, Joel,,HP |
| This well-crafted, original composition is ideal for a festival, concert, or worship setting looking for a grand and regal statement. Level 2 ringing with many engaging sounds and techniques makes it full of interest, accessible and, fun to ring. |
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| 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. |
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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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| Herald Angels Sing, The:
Traditional,Raney, Joel,HP |
| For piano and handbells, here is a dynamic spin on a medley of “angel” Christmas carols featuring “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing,” along with snippets of “Angels We Have Heard on High,” and “Angels from the Realms of Glory.” |
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| How Great Thou Art with Majesty:
Hine, Stuart K. & Hayford, Jack,Raney, Joel,HP |
| Bringing together a beloved hymn with a praise and worship classic, this setting for piano and Level 2 3-5 octave handbells creates an enticing interplay between all the elements. |
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| Huron Carol:
Traditional,Krug, Jason,AP |
| Jason Krug has given us a fresh arrangement of this traditional Canadian Carol. Full of powerful, percussive energy, this beautiful song will provide an upbeat, exciting experience for your audience or congregation.
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| I Love to Tell the Story:
Fischer, William G.,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| Wonderful variety and expressiveness characterize this arrangement of the well-known hymn. |
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| I've Got Peace Like a River:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,HP |
| With warm, pulsing chords as the foundation, listeners will be transported to the peaceful banks of the river. “Dona Nobis Pacem” enters and weaves itself throughout the piece, adding another layer to the imagery fostering an atmosphere of quiet reflection. |
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| I Will Arise and Go to Jesus:
Traditional,Compton, Matthew,AG |
| Based on the hymn tune RESTORATION, this multi-season arrangement by Matthew Compton sends the listener on a marvelous journey through beautifully contrasting and expressive interpretations of the each stanza of the hymn. |
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| Jesus Loves Me:
Bradbury, William B.,Raney, Joel,HP |
| The most profound statement of faith might actually be the first line of this beloved hymn, “Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so!” This enticing setting pairs Level 2 handbells & piano with optional handchimes. |
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| Let the Heavens Resound:
Kauffmann, Ronald,,CG |
| This fast-paced original composition will be an exciting, joyous addition to worship, concerts and festivals. Based on a “bell peal” motive, the piece is sure to keep your players engaged! |
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| Make Me an Instrument of Thy Peace:
McChesney, Kevin, ,JH |
Dedicated to the victims of the shooting at Columbine High School and other acts of senseless violence, this original composition's mood is based upon the 13th-century prayer of St. Francis of Assisi.
A narrator may read the prayer (included in the full score) during the playing of the piece - see page 15 of the full score for additional performance options and notes. |
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| Milele:
Krug, Jason,,RR |
| “Milele” means “forever” in Swahili, and the haunting melody and African rhythms make this original by Jason Krug a truly stunning work. |
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| Moon of Wintertime:
Various,Dennis, Karissa,HP |
| This reflective piece combines “’Twas in the Moon of Wintertime” with “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel", making it perfect for Advent and Christmas. |
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| Morning Glory:
Austin, Brenda E.,,AG |
| This attractive original piece is the winner of the 2019 Area 2 Young Ringers Festival Composition Contest. A great teaching piece, it is fun to play and loaded with ringing techniques. |
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| Peace:
Traditional Spiritual,Gramann, Fred,CG |
| In Galatians 5:22 we learn that love, joy and peace are among the fruits of the Spirit, fruits which the African American Spiritual “I’ve got peace like a river” compares to water. Oftentimes the human quest for love, peace and joy are found at the end of challenging journeys. This was certainly the case for the dedicatee of this piece, Barbara Rogers, who traveled the very painful pathway of cancer which ended her earthly life. This arrangement deals with just such a road as this, where peace, love and joy can sometimes seem just out of reach. |
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| 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”. |
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| Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us:
Bradbury, William B.,Eithun, Sandra,GI |
| Subtle and sublime describes this lush and lovely setting of the venerable hymn tune BRADBURY. The lyrical melody is accompanied by a rich but not overpowering harmony. |
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| Spy Ring:
Various,Waldrop, Tammy,RR |
| Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to have a blast while ringing this unique arrangement by Agent 58 (code name: Tammy Waldrop) that incorporates the themes from “Mission Impossible”, “James Bond”, and “Peter Gunn”. The rhythms might look daunting at first, but it's not Mission Impossible... they'll be easy to master, as the tunes are so well-known. |
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| Sweet By and By:
Webster, Joseph P.,Ingram, Bill,RO |
| This beloved classic hymn gets a new treatment from arranger Bill Ingram, and the results are sure to please. Although it works well without the optional flute, the easy flute part makes this arrangement absolutely shine! |
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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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| Together We Stand:
McKlveen, Paul,,AG |
| "Together We Stand" is the winner of the 2019 Area 2 Festival Conference Composition Contest. With big full chords, this original piece presents its stately melody first in C Major, then in E flat Major, and finally back in C Major. |
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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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| Whispering Hope:
Traditional,Glasgow, Michael,RO |
| The Hallelujah Ringers of Trinity United Methodist in Murfreesboro commissioned the always-creative Michael Glasgow to arrange the nostalgic Septimus Winner hymn “Whispering Hope.” An ethereal, peaceful introduction leads to a gentle, flowing treatment of the tune, with a meditative interweaving of “His Eye is on the Sparrow.” |
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| Wonderful Merciful Savior:
Rodgers, Dawn & Wyse, Eric,Ingram, Bill,RP |
| This modern hymn is appropriate for many types of services, and this arrangement by Bill Ingram can stand alone or accompany congregational singing. Whether a beginning group or a more experienced one with limited rehearsal time, this one is perfect for a thoughtful moment of worship. |
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