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| Allegro:
Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP |
| This original composition is full of lively techniques making it exciting from start to finish. A great option for a worship service, festival, or concert. |
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| Amen Siakudumisa:
Molefe, S. C.,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| Amen, We Praise Your Name, O God is the translation of this Swahili title, and it will be a joyous, uplifting, yet accessible addition to Cathy's other African pieces. |
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| Andante Grazioso:
Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus,Wilson, Malcolm,FL |
| Low bells get to share some of the melody at times and harmonize with it in this simple yet lovely arrangement. |
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| Appassionata:
Joy, Michael W.,,BE |
| Your musicians will get the chance to focus on their musicality with this beautiful original composition. Alternating between passages both prayerful and haunting, this work is sure to elicit a deep emotional response from audience and ringer alike. |
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| Calypso on He Leadeth Me:
Bradbury, William,Waldrop, Tammy,HP |
| “Calypso on ‘He Leadeth Me’” is a happy and care-free rendition of the William Bradbury hymn tune. |
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| Cantabile:
Li, Emily,,AG |
| From the creative pen of Hong Kong composer and bell director Emily Li, this gorgeous song will capture your choir with its flowing melodies and wonderful harmonies. |
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| Christ Is Risen Hallelujah:
Various,Stewart, Kevin,RR |
| Kevin Stewart weaves together several favorite Easter songs into a joyful paean of praise. Everyone gets to play often in this well-written arrangement, using mallets, marts, shakes, and compound meter. |
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| Come Christians Join to Sing:
Hymn Tune,Compton, Matthew,EG |
| Matthew Compton has given us a rhythmic, light-hearted arrangement of the tune MADRID. Easy to learn and simply fun, this arrangement can be used throughout the year! |
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| Divenire:
Compton, Matthew,,AG |
| "Divenire", or Become, was composed for the Youth Track of the 2016 International Handbell Symposium in Vancouver, Canada. It begins with an adagio tempo and a plaintive melodic line. Later, the addition of mallets, mart-lifts, an energetic tempo, and sudden dynamic changes create a sense of urgency that persists to the final measure. |
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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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| Exultate Deo:
Fedon, Jill,,AG |
| An attention-getting new original piece perfect for the Easter season and filled with rhythmic excitement. |
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| Fairest Lord Jesus:
Traditional German Hymn,Childers, Brian,RW |
| A spiritually uplifting setting from one of our most heartfelt and spiritually thoughtful arrangers, this arrangement of the favorite hymn "Fairest Lord Jesus" is written to showcase your choir at their musical best. |
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| Flashdance What a Feeling:
Moroder, Giorgio, Forsey, Keith and Cara, Irene,Mallory, Ron,FM |
| This exciting tune was written for the hit movie, Flashdance, and was an immediate hit. It earned a platinum record and has remained popular since, having been covered by many artists over the years. Ron has used a variety of techniques effectively placed to emphasize the natural rhythm of the work plus created scores for optional bass, drums, and keyboard. |
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| Gift In the Manger:
Kirkpatrick, William J.,Buckwalter, Karen L.,BE |
| "Gift in the Manger" is a sweet and gentle 3-5 octave handbell arrangement of the beloved CRADLE SONG. The piece features a delicate setting that evokes the peacefulness and serenity of the Christmas story. |
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| Give Me Jesus:
Hymn Tune,Morris, Hart,BE |
| The hymn tunes GIVE ME JESUS and SOJOURNER are featured in this arrangement by Hart Morris. |
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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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| Here I Am Lord:
Schutte, Daniel L.,Eithun, Sandra,BE |
| Sandra Eithun's arrangement of the beloved Daniel Schutte tune highlights the reassuring message of this popular hymn. Utilizing optional handchimes, the contrasting sections evoke the text of each verse. |
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| I Have Decided:
India Folk Song,Robert, Dennis,CP |
| The hymn tune ASSAM was originally a folk song from India. Christian words were added to the melody to make the beloved hymn we know today. Dennis Robert's Level 1+ arrangement works equally well on chimes or bells. |
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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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| Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land:
Spiritual,Arnold, Mark S.,JM |
| This creative and fun arrangement of the familiar spiritual begins with mallet clicks that set the tone for the piece. The melody appears over a rhythmically malleted bass line with a bit of a blues or jazzy feel. |
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| Jesus Is Calling:
Various,Eithun, Mitchell,JM |
| A sensitive setting of "Softly and Tenderly" paired with the incomparable "Amazing Grace". |
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| King of Kings and Lord of Lords:
Ancient Hebrew Melody,Thompson, Martha Lynn,HP |
| This lively, fun to ring setting from Martha Lynn Thompson is based on an ancient Hebrew melody. |
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| Laudation:
Austin, Brenda E.,,CP |
| This Brenda Austin original shows that music that is not overly difficult can still be moving and meaningful. Written in A minor and featuring interesting rhythms and techniques, this work is suitable for almost any venue: school, concert, church, or festival. |
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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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| Morning Has Broken:
Traditional Gaelic Tune,Tucker, Sondra K.,JM |
| Singing bells with treble chords in quartal harmony evoke the feeling of dawn. The tune BUNESSAN is then presented with arpeggiated accompaniment, and some surprising harmonic twists lend new color to the traditional sound. |
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| My Strength Is From Heaven:
Humcke, Christian,,CG |
| Composed during the summer of 2013 for the Rooke Chapel Ringers of Bucknell University, "My Strength Is From Heaven" features a wide variety of ringing techniques and tempi, lush harmonies, and pulsating rhythms. |
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| No Tables Required 2:
Various,Hurlbutt, Patricia,RO |
| This collection contains interesting arrangements of three great hymns with not a bell change in sight! Each ringer needs only their two bells for that arrangement, a music stand, and their music. For an interesting effect, try scattering your ringers around the room. |
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| Onward Christian Soldiers:
Sullivan, Arthur and Purcell, Henry,Krug, Jason W.,BE |
| Combining the well-known hymn by Arthur Sullivan with the famous "Trumpet Tune" of Henry Purcell, this setting is ideal for ensembles searching for something a little different. After a stately chordal iteration of the hymn, the energy ramps up with malleted bass chords. |
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| Passacaglia in C Minor:
Gramann, Fred,,CG |
| The term passacaglia refers to a set of variations over a repeating bass line, commonly in triple meter. This original work by Fred Gramann explores a variety of handbell textures and techniques, building from simple to more complex patterns. |
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| Praise the Lord:
Hymn Tune,Hanson, Nicholas A.,JH |
| Nick Hanson brings us this energetic arrangement of two familiar hymns of praise, "Praise To The Lord, The Almighty" and "To God Be The Glory". This is accessible music for worship that will lift both hearts and spirits. |
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| Ride On:
Various,Austin, Brenda E.,LC |
| Christ’s entry into Jerusalem is celebrated in this exciting arrangement that includes the spirituals "Ride On, King Jesus" and "Hosanna, Loud, Hosanna". This piece will energize your Palm Sunday celebration, spring concert, or festival. |
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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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| Simple Gifts Abound:
Hymn Tune,Buckwalter, Karen Lakey,BE |
| The hymn tunes SIMPLE GIFTS and HOLY MANNA are featured in this arrangement by Karen Lakey Buckwalter. With a variety of techniques and optional handchimes, the textures of this arrangement are sure to delight.
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| Song of Assurance:
Sherman, Arnold,,CG |
| This uplifting piece is published in two separate, compatible editions. A full score is also available for use when ringing both editions together. |
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| To God Be the Glory:
Doane, William H.,Lamb, Linda R.,RR |
| Fresh and creative describe Linda Lamb's moving arrangement of this great hymn. The 4/4 meter with a slight syncopation works beautifully. Your ringers and congregation both will love this one! |
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| Ubi Caritas:
Multiple,Compton, Matthew,EG |
| Church and community ensembles alike will love the sensitivity and chance for expressive ringing in this arrangement by Matthew Compton which combines the traditional Gregorian Chant "Ubi Caritas" and Gustav Holst’s THAXTED from "Jupiter". |
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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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| 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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| Vincent (Starry Starry Night):
McLean, Don,Mallory, Ron,JH |
| The 70's hit by Don McLean is part of our Handbells ROCK! series. Classic easy-listening pop at its best, this one is simply beautiful on bells. |
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| Wounded and Afflicted:
Hymn Tune,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| Lloyd Larson’s arrangement of the tunes PASSION CHORALE and HERZLIEBSTER JESU features optional cello. Stunning modulations help set the tone for a somber Lenten service. |
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