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| All Glory Laud and Honor:
Hymn Tune,Dobrinski, Cynthia & Scholes, Linda,HP |
| Cynthia Dobrinski's arrangement of the tune ST. THEODULPH maintains excitement and energy from beginning to end with big chords and a sprinkling of shakes, martellatos, ring touches, swings, thumb damps, martellato lifts, and an echo, as well as a malleted section. |
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| Avengers, The:
Silvestri, Alan,Mallory, Ron,PA |
| The Marvel Cinematic Universe has delighted moviegoers for more than a decade, and Alan Silvestri's score for the first Avengers team-up movie set a new musical standard for superhero film music. This arrangement for 3-6 octaves uses multiple handbell techniques and optional percussion to capture the adventurous spirit of the original. |
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| Beautiful River:
Various,Eithun, Sandra,BE |
| Sandra Eithun’s beautiful setting of two well-loved hymns is a delight to both hear and play and is approachable for most ensembles. A rich setting of the tune HANSON PLACE gives way to a gentle setting of "Down to the River to Pray". |
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| Beneath the Cross of Jesus:
Maker, Frederick C.,Mallory, Ron,RW |
| This beautiful arrangement by Ron Mallory of the beloved hymn is highly engaging, with a variety of musical expressions that show the bell choir at their musical best. |
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| Celebration for Bells:
Benton, Robin,,FM |
| English composer Robin Benton has created this delightful, celebratory work for the 20th International Handbell Symposium to be held in Nashville, TN, in 2022. The Symposium theme is "Out of Many, One" – and that theme is honored within this original work. A delightful melody sets the ambiance and is beautifully developed in this joyous piece. |
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| Celebration on Azmon:
Traditional,Childers, Brian,LC |
| Opening with a bright, contemporary fanfare, this energetic work presents a popular hymn tune in creative rhythmic, lyric, and chord-based variations. |
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| Christ Has Arisen Alleluia:
Tanzanian,Hurlbutt, Patricia,GI |
| Lively and with a joyous sense of celebration, this traditional song from Tanzania will be a divine addition to any Easter celebration. Handbell musicians will enjoy the driving rhythm. Worshippers will be uplifted by the simple, yet beautiful, African melody. |
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| Christ the Lord Is Risen Today:
Hatton, John Warrington,Eithun, Mitchell,RO |
| Arranger Mitchell Eithun brings us this exciting arrangement that is perfect for Easter. Although it is written for 3, 4, or 5 octaves, there are no bell changes, meaning it can be played by a full choir with or without the use of tables. |
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| Come Lift Your Hearts on High:
Traditional,Edwards, Dan R.,AP |
| Here’s a jaunty setting of the hymn tune MADRID. Set in ¾ time and using techniques such as malleting and LV, this charming setting will serve your choirs well for many seasons to come. |
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| Compassion:
Krug, Jason,,BE |
| Challenging rhythms, meter and mood changes characterize this original composition for 3-7 octaves and an optional B flat 1 as well as 2 octaves of handchimes. |
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| Conquering the Grave:
Elvey, George J. and Williams, Thomas,Laumann, Craig,JM |
| This triumphant yet accessible arrangement of the hymn tunes TRURO and DIADEMATA is perfect for Eastertide worship or general occasions. |
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| Crown Him With Many Crowns:
Traditional,Tucker, Sondra K.,RO |
| Leaning heavily on the mart lift and malleted bells on the table, this lively arrangement from Sondra Tucker is useful for worship during any season, but it will be especially effective at Easter. |
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| Day to Rejoice, A:
Mazzatenta, Michael,,CP |
| This joyous and beautiful original from the pen of Michael Mazzatenta is rhythmic, full of fun techniques (TD, malleted bells on table, mart, and echo), and features a very nice section where the optional handchimes play the melody. |
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| Do Lord:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Sondra K.,BE |
| A delicate and gentle introduction gives way to an energetic and upbeat setting of the well-known song, accompanied with malleted and thumb damped bells. |
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| Dona Nobis Pacem:
Traditional Canon,McChesney, Kevin,CG |
This arrangement of "Dona Nobis Pacem" was the first-prize-winner in an internet arranging contest created by internationally renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and sponsored by Sony Music and Indaba Music in 2009.
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| Eternal:
Krug, Jason W.,,BE |
| This emotional original work from the pen of Jason Krug will tug on the heartstrings of ringers and listeners alike. Written in memory of a treasured pet, the piece, while not technically taxing, will nonetheless test the musicality of your ensemble. |
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| Everything to God In Prayer:
Converse, Charles C. and Bradbury, William,Mallory, Ron,JM |
| This meditative arrangement by Ron Mallory combines "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" with "Sweet Hour of Prayer". |
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| Grandfather's Clock:
Work, Henry C.,Hurlbutt, Patricia,CP |
| Children of all ages will enjoy this unique arrangement from the pen of Pat Hurlbutt. It will be a new tune for some and well known for others but very pleasing for all. The use of an optional woodblock adds greatly to the performance. |
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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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| Hymn to Joy:
Beethoven, Ludwig van,Johnston, Kerry,BE |
| Joyful, indeed, is Kerry Johnston's setting of the well-known Beethoven melody! Full chords and interesting treatments of the tune abound, giving each verse a new and fresh sound. |
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| Joydance:
Behnke, John A.,,BE |
| A light, playful opening sets the tone for this upbeat, dance-like original by John Behnke. A number of different techniques occur throughout the piece, yielding aural interest, and the frequent sixteenth notes and meter changes will keep ringers on their toes. |
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| King of Glory:
Various,Helman, Michael,BE |
| Michael Helman has expertly combined an Israeli folk melody with "All Glory, Laud, and Honor" in this piece that's an ideal choice for Palm Sunday. |
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| Meditation on Beautiful Savior:
Silesian Folk Tune,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| Our all-time best selling handbell piece is now available in an edition for 2 octave choirs! This very moving treatment of the hymntune, SCHÖNSTER, HERR JESU, has become a classic in handbell literature. |
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| O Sacred Head Now Wounded:
Hassler, Hans Leo,Scholes, Linda,GI |
| Tower Swings and Echos provide warmth and tenderness to this arrangement of the revered PASSION CHORALE. At Level 1+ it is attainable by any ensemble but even groups with more experience will find a challenge in perfecting the musicianship of their techniques. |
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| Prisms:
Payn, William A.,,PE |
| "Prisms," written over 30 years ago, is one of Bill Payn's first compositions written for handbells. It was composed because he was concerned that the high and low bell ringers in his senior high ensemble at the time (The Ringers On-the-Green of the Presbyterian Church of Morristown) were often just standing with very little to do while the middle bells seemed to be having all most fun! "Prisms" was written specifically to engage ALL of the ringers. |
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| Rays of Hope:
Eithun, Sandra,,CG |
| Throughout all of life’s trials, hope gives us the strength to rebuild and confidently reinvent our circumstances. "Rays of Hope" is an original piece for handbells that depicts the remnants of a storm that has passed, and then begins to hint at the light that is coming to bring us a new day. |
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| Reverberations:
Lloyd, Sallie,Fry, Jennifer,BE |
| This award-winning piece by Sallie Lloyd is given new life and enhanced sound in this 5-7 octave revision of the original 4-octave composition! Driving eighth notes and rich harmonies abound throughout the piece, which has a very classical feel overall.
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| Riposo:
Scholes, Linda,,BE |
| This tender original tune is a beautiful musical statement by Linda Scholes. The simple, lyrical melody is given delicate underscoring with lush chords, and the melody moves throughout the ensemble, giving all ringers a chance to shine. |
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| Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| This arrangement, dedicated to a handbell choir director for more than thirty years of leadership, is an idyllic choice for use in worship. Combining the Bach chorale "Sheep May Safely Graze" with the hymn tune BRADBURY, it masterfully alternates between the two tunes, casting them both in a new light. |
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| Take My Life:
Malan, Henri A. Cesar,Tucker, Sondra K.,JM |
| This upbeat, delightful setting combines an original melody with the familiar hymn tune HENDON. The optional handchimes give depth to the two tunes. NO SHARED BELLS. |
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| The Cross:
Doane, William H.,Lamb, Linda R.,AP |
| This tender setting of "Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross" begins with singing bell technique combined with suspended malleting to create an ethereal atmosphere.
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| This Is My Father's World:
Sheppard, Franklin,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| The tune TERRA BEATA is the basis for this flexible arrangement which includes optional parts for flute, organ and congregation. |
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| This Joyful Eastertide:
Traditional,Mallory, Ron,AP |
| Ron Mallory’s exciting setting of this cherished hymn is suitable for Easter Sunday and the season following Easter as well. |
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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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| Triumphant:
Scholes, Linda,,BE |
| This original tune is triumphant, indeed! With prominent syncopation and bold chords throughout, it sets a joyous and celebratory mood from the outset. |
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| Variations on the Doxology:
Hymn Tune,Tucker, Sondra K.,JM |
| OLD HUNDREDTH is the tune used in this knockout arrangement. A straightforward chorale setting leads into an energetic toccata section, then an easy fughetta morphs into a brilliant finale. |
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| Vasylyna's Tears:
Edwards, Dan,,FM |
| Vasylyna's Tears was written in honor of the Ukrainian people, who continue to struggle for their freedom under a government that refuses to heed their cries. Vasylyna is a common Ukrainian woman's name - she weeps for her lost countrymen. |
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| Wade In the Water:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Benjamin,AP |
| Combining this well-known spiritual with a fast, yet "bluesy" feel creates a fun and exciting experience for players and listeners alike. |
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| Wellerman:
Traditional,Wissinger, Kathleen ,RE |
| "Wellerman", a traditional New Zealand sea shanty (c. 1860), hit the internet by storm in early 2021 with Nathan Evans' TikTok collaboration. This jaunty arrangement includes some of the voicing heard in the now-famous recording. Two non-compatible scores are included in the folio: Score A is Level 2 for 2 octaves, and Score B (more complex) is Level 3 for 3 or 5 octaves.
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| When I Survey the Wondrous Cross:
Mason, Lowell,Ingram, Bill,RP |
| Fred Mallory’s marvelous choral arrangement of this great hymn was first published in 1965. Since then, multitudes of choirs have sung it for Lent and Holy Week. Bill Ingram’s handbell arrangement stays very close to Mallory’s original and is an expressive and unique take on this beloved hymn. |
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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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