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| 12 Bells in F Christmas Hymns:
Various,Ingram, Bill,RO |
| This popular series for 3-6 ringers continues with six outstanding Christmas arrangements of well-loved traditional carols. No bell changes mean no tables are required, making this collection very useful for concerts “on the go.” |
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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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| Bell Peal on How Great Our Joy:
Traditional German Carol,Lamb, Linda R.,AP |
| Combine shepherds on a hillside with an English bell tower and you'll have a good idea of this carol 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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| 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!
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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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| Christmas Joy Medley:
Various,Scheffter, Barbara,CP |
| This joyful medley of strong Christmas songs - “Joy to the World” and 'While By My Sheep” - will be a delight in almost any Christmas program. The few, well-spaced bell changes are easy to accomplish and provide good teaching moments. |
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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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| Do Lord Amen:
Traditional Spirituals,Mallory, Ron,JH |
Versatile arranger Ron Mallory has created a fast-paced setting of two of the most well-known and cherished spirituals: "Do Lord" and "Amen".
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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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| Fantasia on Old Hundredth:
Genevan Psalter,Larson, Lloyd,HP |
| This lively, festive arrangement of a classic hymn tune will be an immediate attention grabber. Full of exciting rhythms and well-considered meters, this setting sparkles from the first note to the last. |
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| For Unto Us a Child Is Born:
Handel, George F.,Lamb, Linda R.,SF |
| If you’re looking for a piece from Handel’s "Messiah" that is both accessible and satisfying, this arrangement of "For Unto Us a Child Is Born" from Linda Lamb perfectly fits the bill. Your ringers will love playing it, and your congregation will love hearing it. |
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| Glad Tidings of Joy:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| This piece has been arranged for a 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Lloyd Larson's pairing of "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen" and "Pat-a-Pan" is a delight to listen to or play--a must-have for this Christmas season! |
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| Gospel Ring:
Various,Page, Anna Laura,BE |
| This energetic selection combines two upbeat gospel hymns, "When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder" and "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms." Full of dotted rhythms, staccato effects and harmonic changes, your ringers should enjoy working on this challenge. |
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| Great Is Thy Faithfulness:
Runyan, William M.,Eithun, Sandra,CG |
| Thomas Chisholm wrote the lyrics of “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” as a testament to God’s faithfulness. Based on Lamentations 3:22-24, this stalwart favorite begins with large, broad chords that create a sense of God’s faithfulness and strength. |
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| Hark the Glad Sound:
Traditional Hymn Tune,Mallory, Ron,RO |
| Ron Mallory has provided this joyful arrangement that sounds much more difficult than it actually is. Full of techniques and very pleasing to the ear, it is as fun to play as it is to hear. |
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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 Firm a Foundation:
Traditional,Mallory, Ron,AP |
| The malleted, syncopated accompaniment contrasts with a solidly-scored melody and fresh harmonies to create an energetic, compelling arrangement of the cherished hymn. |
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| In Dulci Jubilo:
Traditional,Krug, Jason W.,BE |
| A delicate malleted figure opens this dance-like arrangement of “Good Christian Friends, Rejoice.” A gentler middle verse on handchimes gives way to a final triumphant verse with full chords. |
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| Infant Holy Infant Lowly:
Polish Carol,Hall, Jefferey A.,JH |
| If your Christmas concert or service needs a quiet, reflective moment, then consider this beautiful and sweet setting of the traditional Christmas carol by Jefferey Hall. |
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| It Came Upon a Midnight Clear:
Willis, Richard,Hurlbutt, Patricia,RR |
| Patricia Hurlbutt's fresh setting of this timeless Christmas carol is made more interesting by the use of a variety of handbell techniques. While not difficult, it is very well scored to create a beautiful presentation. |
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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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| I Wonder As I Wander:
Niles, John Jacob,Bettcher, Peggy,HP |
| The ethereal sound of singing bells opens this 3-5 octave arrangement which combines two haunting Christmas melodies, the Appalachian folk tune "I Wonder as I Wander" and "Coventry Carol." |
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| I Wonder As I Wander:
Appalachian Carol,Sherman, Arnold B.,BE |
| Emotionally powerful, Arnold Sherman’s setting of the well-loved Appalachian carol is a glorious choice for throughout the holiday season. An ethereal opening gives way to a verse underscored with flowing and harmonically-rich accompaniment. |
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| Joy to the World:
Handel, George F.,Eithun, Sandra,SF |
| Sandra Eithun gives us a fresh and lively arrangement of "Joy to the World" that will be a fantastic addition to any bell choir’s repertoire.
The piece begins and ends with the singing bell technique and develops into a joyous rendition of the George Frederick Handel’s beloved ANTIOCH tune. |
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| Majestic Alleluia:
Raney, Joel,,HP |
| This original, festive composition offers a compelling, dynamic presentation that’s useful for both worship services and concerts. |
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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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| O Come All Ye Faithful:
Wade, John Francis & Handel, G. F.,Buckwalter, Karen Lakey,BE |
Karen Buckwalter expertly weaves together the tune ADESTE FIDELES with the “For Unto Us a Child Is Born” chorus from Handel’s Messiah. The two tunes alternate seamlessly back and forth and are later combined, providing new harmonic and scriptural insight to both.
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| Once In Royal David's City:
Various,Buckwalter, Karen Lakey,BE |
| A series of fantasia-like chords underpin this moving arrangement of the hymn tune IRBY. Open and often unexpected harmonies accompany an otherwise straightforward setting of the tune before it gets combined with the tune ST. LOUIS (O Little Town of Bethlehem). |
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| Patapan:
Monnoye, Bernard De La,Lamb, Linda R.,RO |
| This Linda Lamb arrangement of the Christmas classic features a fresh, lilting sound and a variety of techniques. The minor key and many stopped sounds, along with the optional handchimes, command the attention of any audience. |
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| Precious Lord Take My Hand:
Dorsey, Thomas A.,Mathis, William H.,FB |
| Arranger William Mathis has taken the popular piano arrangement by Fred Bock and produced this wonderful arrangement for three, four, or five octaves of handbells. |
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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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| We Give Thanks:
Smith, Henry & Sykes, Seth and Bessie,Ingram, Bill,RP |
| Two great songs of Thanksgiving are combined with an easy flute part to make this a beautiful selection for the Thanksgiving season. The flute is optional but is a nice addition to the bells. |
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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,Mizell, Carol Lynn,CG |
| A hauntingly beautiful handbell introduction sets the scene for the timeless “Greensleeves” melody that features the delicate sound of a hammered dulcimer, harp, or harpsichord. Alternatively, the sounds of the solo instrument part may be played on a synthesizer. |
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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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| Who'll Be a Witness:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Sondra K.,AP |
Jazz riffs and interesting chords give this spiritual arrangement a lot of character and life! The indication “Forcefully, with a backbeat” and the medium rock tempo combine to make this a real crowd-pleaser!
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| With a Voice of Singing:
Shaw, Martin,Tucker, Sondra K.,BE |
| Sondra Tucker’s joyous arrangement of this Martin Shaw choral classic is accessible for ensembles at almost any level. Full chords and lush harmonies abound, adding to the celebratory air of the piece. |
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