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| Beneath the Cross of Jesus:
Maker, F. C.,Dobrinski, C.,HP |
| For 3-6 octaves with an optional 3 octaves of handchimes, this compelling arrangement is filled with the emotion and passion synonymous with the Lenten season. |
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| Celebration on Hyfrydol:
Edwards, D. R.,,LC |
| This festive composition, based on the hymn tune HYFRYDOL begins with alternating measures of swings and staccatos and shakes. A "plucky" line of staccato bass keeps the pace going for a good part of the work. Contrasting sections of LV and toll swings occur later as well as a strong ending. |
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| Christ Arose!:
Lowry, R.,Dobrinski, C.,HP |
| This is a festive and dignified setting of Robert Lowry's beloved Easter hymn. |
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| Communion Meditations:
Various,Tucker, M. R.,CG |
| This collection of four flexible-length pieces includes two familiar communion hymn tunes and two original compositions. |
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| Eastertide Bells:
Various,Kinyon, B.,HP |
| This easy collection of three hymns suitable for Easter season is fine for the less experienced choir. Titles include "All Glory Laud and Honor, Were You There, Jesus Christ Is Risen Today." |
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| Exultation:
Ingram, B.,,CG |
| Many handbell techniques are used in this bouncy original piece, including thumb damp, martellato, martellato lift, echo, grace notes, and pluck or mallet. |
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| Fantasy on Kingsfold:
Hymn Tune,Wagner, H. Dean,HP |
| "O Sing a Song of Bethlehem," "To Mock Your Reign, O Dearest Lord" and "Come, Let Us Use the Grace Divine" are three hymn texts set to this lovely English tune which is in the minor mode. |
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| From Death to Life Eternal:
Various,Stephenson, V. W.,LC |
| Three octaves of optional chimes lend their ambiance to this medley of three Eastertide hymn tunes: TRURO, LANCASHIRE, and DIADEMATA. Each tune has a different musical treatment. |
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| From Grief to Glory:
Various,Wagner, D. E.,LC |
| This distinctive treasury of music for Lent, Palm Sunday, Holy Week and Easter will quickly become a staple of the two-octave repertoire. |
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| Glorious Majesty:
Edwards, D. R.,,CG |
| Combining a lyrical melody with rich harmonies, this piece is an expression of praise to God. This original composition is appropriate for any season or time of the year. |
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| Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken:
Haydn, F. J.,Ingram, B.,CG |
| This spirited yet accessible arrangement of the familiar Haydn hymn tune, Austrian Hymn, provides active involvement for all of the bells in the 3-5 octave range. |
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| Halle Halle Hallelujah:
Traditional Caribbean,Behnke, John A.,HP |
| The familiar Caribbean melody "Halle, Halle, Hallelujah" is cast with an infectious syncopated rhythm in this John Behnke setting for 3-5 octaves. |
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| Heaven Bound:
Black,J./Webster,J./Wilson,E./ Lowry,R.,Lamb, L. R.,RW |
| A "Heavenly" theme is captured in this medley of four gospel favorites. |
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| He Never Said a Mumbalin' Word:
,Sherman, A.,HP |
| The arranger captures the spirit of this traditional spiritual with harmony and rhythm. A sensitive piece ideally suited for the Lenten season. |
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| In the Garden:
Miles,Dobrinski, C.,HP |
| Please your congregation with this handbell piece! There are no surprises, rhythmic or harmonic - a solid arrangement. Bass bells take the melody on the 2nd verse! |
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| I Sing the Mighty Power of God:
Ellacombe,Raney, J./Sherman, A.,HP |
| This title consists of a piano/organ duet with optional SATB voices and optional 3-5 octave handbells. |
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| It Is Well With My Soul:
Bliss, P. P.,Thompson, M. L.,HP |
| This title is a three-verse setting of the familiar Philip Bliss hymn. |
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| Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley:
Spiritual,Page, A. L.,CG |
| Anna Laura Page has paired a flowing setting of this familiar spiritual with "I Want Jesus to Walk With Me". The piece is appropriate for Lenten services and general worship services and festivals throughout the year. |
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| Joyful Ring, A:
Kinyon, B.,,HP |
| This festive original composition by Barbara Kinyon would make a great opener for a concert, as well as an ideal opening selection for the beginning of a worship service. Only half, quarter and a few 8th notes are used. |
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| Lord I Stretch My Hands to You:
Althouse, Jay,Thompson, Martha Lynn,HP |
| This arrangement can be used as the accompaniment to choral octavos. |
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| Lord, I Want to Be a Christian:
Spiritual,Waldrop, T.,CG |
| In this arrangement of the traditional spiritual, beginning ringers will enjoy the fun and the challenge of ringing shakes, thumb damps, martellatos, and swings. |
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| Movin On Up:
Various,Ingram, B.,RO |
| This collection of seven arrangements is for choirs ready to "move on up" from a Level 1 repertoire to Level 2. |
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| O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing:
Azmon,Dobrinski, C.,HP |
| This Cynthia Dobrinski setting of the hymn tune, AZMON, features a wealth of text painting on the words "O for a thousand tongues to sing my great Redeemer's praise." |
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| Percussive Praise:
McChesney, K.,,CG |
| This vibrant piece is played entirely with mallets. Appropriate for secular or sacred settings. Boomwhackers can be used with this title. |
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| Praise the Lamb Who Reigns in Glory:
Dobrinski, C.,,HP |
| "Praise the Lamb who Reigns in Glory" was commissioned for the glory of God and in honor of the congregation of the historic Lexington Presbyterian Church, Lexington, Virginia, for the February 9, 2003 rededication of their sanctuary, which was the rebuilt after a devastating fire. |
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| Songs Of Praise:
Traditional,Geschke, S. E.,CG |
| The hymns, "Praise to the Lord the Almighty", "This Is My Father's World", and "I Sing the Mighty Power of God," are combined in this medley of praise. |
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| Spirit of God Descend Upon My Heart:
Atkinson, F. C.,Stephenson, V. W.,CG |
| This hymn tune, MORECAMBE, is also associated with the hymn text, "O Thou Who Hearest Every Heartfelt Prayer." |
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| Stand Up Stand Up for Jesus:
Webb, G. J.,Lamb, L. R.,CG |
| Both treble and bass ringers are given the opportunity to play the melody in this animated, march-like arrangement of the hymn tune. |
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| Thine Is the Glory:
Handel, George F.,Tucker, Margaret R.,CG |
This arrangement of the familiar, triumphant hymn features bells, as well as optional organ, brass, choir and congregation.
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| This Joyful Eastertide:
Easter Hymn,McFadden, J.,HP |
| Also known as the "Dutch Easter Hymn," this arrangement combines that delightful melody with strains of "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today." |
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| Time to Rejoice:
Moklebust, C.,,CG |
| This lively, dance-like original composition is written in 9/8 meter. |
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| Toccata:
Helman, M.,,CG |
| This energetic piece is scored for handbells, with an optional handchime choir part which adds contrast and variety. |
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| Were You There When I Surveyed the Wondrous Cross:
Mason, L.,Rogers, S. E.,RW |
| Twelve chimes in the two-octave range add interest to this setting of the African American spiritual and Lowell Mason's tune HAMBURG. |
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| When We All Get To Heaven:
Various,Waldrop, T.,AP |
| "When We All Get to Heaven" is a lively, fun-filled setting of the familiar gospel hymn for 3-5 octave handbell choir. It incorporates the hymn "On Jordan's Stormy Banks I Stand" and offers a delightful choice for church and festival. |
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| You Are My All in All:
Jernigan, Dennis,Cota, Patricia,HP |
| This piece is a lovely setting from Patricia Cota of Dennis Jernigan's melody "You Are My All in All". |
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| You're Worthy of My Praise:
Ruis, D.,Bettcher, P.,HP |
| Bring out your mallets for this exciting piece! |
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