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| Africa:
Paich, David and Porcaro, Jeff,Turner, Julie,JH |
| This arrangement by Julie Turner for handbells, handchimes, and percussion pulses with all of the energy of the 80's pop classic. Just try to get the tune out of your head! Perfect for any advanced community or school group, this will bring a bit of flair to your next concert and would make a perfect encore. Once again, this series proves that Handbells ROCK!
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| America the Beautiful:
Ward, Samuel A.,Raney, Joel ,HP |
| This enticing setting pairs Level 2 handbells & piano with optional handchimes. From the first chords played by piano and handbells, the listener can see the spacious skies and the amber waves of grain. This beautiful arrangement of the patriotic favorite includes lush harmonies and various techniques and timbres to embody the melting pot of diversity that our country was founded upon. Truly breath-taking. |
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| Bell Peal on Old 100th:
Bourgeois, Louis,Lamb, Linda R.,HP |
| The tune OLD 100th, better known to most people as the Doxology, is given suitable Level 1 techniques of LV, echo, shake, and martellato in this delightful setting in which everyone gets a turn at playing the melody at some point. |
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| Be Thou My Vision:
Traditional Irish Melody,Webber, Kyle,HP |
| Opening with the ethereal sound of singing bells and suspended malleted bells, this setting takes listeners and performers on a musical journey. |
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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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| Celtic Grace:
Various,Waldrop, Tammy,AP |
Master composer Tammy Waldrop has skillfully combined "Be Thou My Vision" with an original tune. The Celtic style of the arrangement is serene and lovely for occasions year-round.
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| Colors of Joy:
Austin, Brenda E.,,CG |
| As with joy, handbells can take on many colors. This composition brings out many different “colors” of the instrument. The variety of techniques are great for developing ringers to learn all the sounds of the instrument. |
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| Crown Him With Many Crowns:
Elvey, George,Hurlbutt, Patricia,BE |
| This solid arrangement of the well-loved hymn opens with strong, full chords before a key change gives way to a more flowing feel. This one is a great choice for throughout the church year. |
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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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| Easter Celebration:
Elvey, George J.,Cameron, Wes,HP |
This Easter Sunday introit is a perfect way to begin your Resurrection celebration with a powerful opening for choir, organ, brass, and handbells.
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| Every Time I Feel the Spirit:
Traditional Spiritual,McChesney, Kevin,HP |
| Audiences, congregations, and students are sure to catch the spirit from this upbeat arrangement filled with energy and excitement. |
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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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| 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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| Gratitude:
Guebert, Alex,,RW |
| Alex Guebert brings us achingly beautiful music filled with sophistication and a heartfelt sense of beauty in a piece that is technically very straightforward and mastered quickly. |
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| Happy Trails:
Evans, Dale,Glasgow, Michael J.,CP |
| Few pieces carry such a perfect association with saying “farewell” as this one, cowboy! This beloved theme from The Roy Rogers Show would make a catchy festival ending or concert encore. Highly effective with ringing alone, make it truly authentic by adding the optional temple blocks, tambourine, guitar, fiddle and/or double bass! |
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| Holy Manna:
Various,Hanson, Nicholas,RW |
| Lively, creative and a sure winner in worship or festival, Nick Hanson's setting of this hymn tune is versatile as well, as it may be used by 2, 3, 4 or 5 octave groups. |
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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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| I Love to Tell the Story:
Traditional,Mallory, Ron,HP |
| Bass bells and optional chimes are featured prominently in this accessible arrangement of the beloved gospel hymn. This piece gives beginning-level choirs an opportunity to stretch themselves while allowing more advanced groups to focus on musical expression. |
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| In Remembrance of Me:
Red, Buryl and Courtney, Ragan,Krug, Jason W.,HP |
| This uplifting arrangement of the popular communion song features flowing lines which highlight the simple melody, and occasional instruments thrown in for timbral interest. |
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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 Will Rise:
Multiple,Raney, Joel,HP |
| This lovely contemporary Easter hymn has been masterfully crafted for handbells by Joel Raney. A variety of techniques reflect the lyrics, ensuring that the meaning of the text is conveyed even if the listener is unfamiliar with the lyrics.
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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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| 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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| Peal on Lasst Uns Erfreuen:
Traditional,Hurlbutt, Patricia,BE |
| This arrangement of the well-known hymn is both simple to ring
and stunningly original. The treble bells set up a four-note peal while the lower treble and bass bells play the melody in octaves. |
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| Praise:
Gramann, Fred,,CG |
| Composed with massed ringing in mind, this original work lends itself equally well to being rung by a single handbell choir. The title can be easily adapted to different situations. |
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| Prayer for the Innocents:
Helman, Michael,,LC |
| In response to the tragic shootings in Orlando on June 12, 2016, and for all who have lost loved ones due to hate, intolerance, and violence, Michael Helman composed this emotional original work. Appropriate for worship, festivals, concerts, or times of remembrance. |
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| Rejoice the Lord Is King:
Darwall, John,Compton, Matthew ,CG |
| Built on a rhythmic motif, this fresh and joyous take on a well-loved hymn comes from the mind of Matthew Compton. A contrasting middle section provides a moment of reflection, and a soaring counter melody carries the piece through to a rousing conclusion. |
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| Ring Together Lenten Hymns:
Various,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
| The Ring Together Series continues to meet the needs of beginning bell choirs. Titles include "When I Survey", "What Wondrous Love", "Near the Cross", "The Tear" and "Were You There". |
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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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| Solid Rock:
Bradbury, William B.,Krug, Jason W.,HP |
| Alternating gentle, lyrical passages with triumphant, bold sections, this arrangement of the beloved hymn is sure to enhance your worship throughout the church year. |
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| Somebody's Knockin:
Traditional Spiritual,Page, Anna Laura,CG |
| Somebody's Knockin' is a spirited setting of the beloved African American spiritual. With syncopated rhythms, articulations, and the use of mallets and mallet clicks, it will be a favorite choice for church services, special performances and school settings. |
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| Stand Up for Jesus:
Webb, Charles,Arnold, Mark S.,RR |
| Mallets - on bells, on tables, on themselves! - feature heavily in Mark Arnold's arrangement of the classic hymn. The result gives an almost “marching band” feel to the performance, making it as enjoyable to ring as it is to hear. This is a sure winner that will be accessible to almost any choir! |
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| This Little Light of Mine:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Benjamin A.,AP |
Ben Tucker hits another jazz high note with this swing arrangement of the beloved spiritual.
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| Tis So Sweet to Trust In Jesus:
Kirkpatrick, William J.,Lamb, Linda R.,RO |
| Linda Lamb continues to demonstrate why she is one of our finest handbell arrangers with this very accessible and tasteful setting of the timeless hymn “Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus.” |
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| To Mock Your Reign O Dearest Lord:
Traditional,Krug, Jason W.,BE |
| This arrangement of KINGSFOLD can be used as easily during the Lenten season as during Advent with the alternate title O Sing a Song of Bethlehem. |
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| Very Soon I'll Fly Away:
Various,Tucker, Benjamin A.,AP |
| Ben Tucker combines the classic Andraé Crouch gospel song "Soon and Very Soon" with the familiar gospel hymn "I’ll Fly Away" to create a stunning arrangement that captures the spirit of both songs. |
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| What Wondrous Love Is This:
Traditional,Geschke, Susan,CG |
| Published in two compatible editions, this tender setting of the beloved Appalachian folk song may be rung by either handbells or handchimes. |
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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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| Whole New World:
Rice, Tim and Menken, Alan,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
This Oscar-winning classic from the legendary Disney animated movie “Aladdin” has regained popularity with the release of the popular live-action film. Relive a truly magical movie moment as Kevin McChesney's soaring arrangement captures the romance and splendor of the timeless scene of Aladdin and Jasmine's wondrous flight.
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| Yesterday:
Lennon, John & McCartney, Paul,Roth, Karen,JH |
| This timeless classic from the Beatles is one of the most recorded tunes of all time, and it's easy to understand why with this arrangement from the Handbells ROCK! series. |
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