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| Allegro Glorioso:
McMichael, Catherine,,AG |
| The inspiration for this piece and the principle thematic motive are based upon the musical pitches represented by the letters A-G-E-H-R. (H=B, R=re or D in a fixed do system) |
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| America the Beautiful:
Ward,Sherman, A.,RR |
| Perform this exciting, fanfare-style arrangement with bells alone or add optional organ, brass (Trumpet I and II, Horn, Trombone I and II, tuba, percussion and Timpani). |
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| Bell Jubilee:
Lorenz, J., ,CG |
| "Bell Jubilee" is impressive and fun because of the tolling, shakes and festive mood. |
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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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| Dorian Dance:
Joy, M.,,JH |
| The dorian mode is like a pure minor scale with a raised 6th interval. This slight change from minor adds new color dimensions and is the basis for this festive dance. |
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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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| Fountainhead:
Allured, Donald E., ,NM |
| Five to seven full octaves of handbells are required to perform this highly coloristic original composition from the pen of "the Father of Handbells", Don Allured has long been known for vibrant original works and this one is no exception. Open, but full textures move through moderate and adagio passages with dynamic and tempo fluctuations that express the emotion of the music. |
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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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| 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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| 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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| 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.,Moklebust, C.,AP |
| Commissioned in memory of 21 lives lost on board the TWA flight 800 in July of 1996, this beloved Philip Bliss hymn tune, VILLE DU HAVRE, has a score for optional 3 octaves of chimes, violin or flute. On July 21, 1996 an angle cloud appeared above the bereaved community along with 21 smaller clouds and two rainbows. |
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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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| 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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| Materna - America The Beautiful:
Ward,Garee, B.,SP |
| A winning arrangement of a winning tune. |
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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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| Parting:
Werner, B.,,JH |
| This moving original work was written in memory of the composer's father, who was killed in the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. |
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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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| Ring Together Patriotic:
Various,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
Ringers will enjoy showing their patriotism with this installment of the Ring Together Series.
Selections include: "The Star-Spangled Banner", "Battle Hymn of the Republic", "America the Beautiful", "National Hymn", and "My Country 'Tis of Thee". |
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| Ring Together Sacred Classics:
Various,Roth, K.,JH |
| This piece is a collection of five classic tunes in this edition of the popular "Ring Together" series. The titles in this collection are "Goin' Home" (based on the New World Symphony), "In Church" by Peter Tchaikovsky, "Symphonic Fanfare" by Johannes Brahms, "Trumpet Tune", the familiar wedding tune by Henry Purcell, and "Trumpet Voluntary" another common wedding selection by Jeremiah Clarke. |
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| Shepherds Why This Jubilee:
Various,Afdahl, Lee J.,AP |
| "Shepherds, Why This Jubilee!" is an exciting medley of Christmas carols including "Angels We Have Heard on High", "In the Bleak Midwinter" and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" for 3-5 octave handbell choir with optional handchimes. It is a must for special programs and regular worship services during the Christmas season. |
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| Siyahamba:
Zulu,Hopson, H.,HP |
| Singing and ringing choirs find this current African, Zulu "freedom" song delightful and fun to perform. Hal Hopson as arranged this 3-5 octave setting to go along with the choral arrangement orit may be rung as a solo number. |
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| Skye Boat Song, The (Spirit of God):
,Wilson, M.,AG |
| This traditional Scottish Melody is given the sub-title "Spirit of God." The introduction simulates bagpipes and then leads into a straightforward rendition of the tune. |
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| Song of Peace:
Sherman, A., ,RR |
The composer of this original work writes "Song of Peace is a reflection of the way the world has treated peace almost from the beginning of time." The tune DONA NOBIS PACEM is given a rather harsh, angular treatment, but out of the cacophony comes a much more harmonious setting, signifying our eternal hope that peace will come one day for all of humankind.
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| Soon and Very Soon:
Crouch, A.,Morris, H.,HP |
| The easy rock feel of this gospel favorite is preserved in this exciting arrangement from Hart Morris. |
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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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| This Land Is Your Land:
Guthrie, Woody,McKlveen, Paul A.,JH |
| "This land was made for you and me!" A favorite song from the pen of Woody Guthrie comes alive in this handbell arrangement. |
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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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