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| 12 Bells in F for Lent and Holy Week:
Various,Krug, Jason,RO |
| Music for 12 Bells in F Major is becoming more and more popular, and this very useful collection expands the catalog with music for Lent and Holy Week. Titles include, "Ah Holy Jesus", "Alas and Did My Savior Bleed", "Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross", "O Sacred Head Now Wounded", and "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross". |
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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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| 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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| Colors of the Wind:
Menken, A./Schwartz, S.,McKlveen, P. & S.,JH |
| Treat your choir and audience to the wonderful music from Walt Disney's "Pocahontas" which is delightfully arranged by Paul and Sue McKlveen. |
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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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| 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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| For All the Saints:
Williams, Ralph Vaughan,Behnke, John A.,GI |
Many arrangements of this respected and hallowed tune exists for handbells. However, few offer an optional piano score. While this handbell edition is a complete, stand-alone arrangement, adding the optional piano induces a dignity that rightfully honors the saints who have gone before us.
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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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| Hark the Herald Angels Sing:
Mendelssohn, Felix,Krug, Jason W.,GM |
| Celebrate Jesus's birth with this bold statement of joy! Featuring a powerful fanfare-like opening, the piece travels through a variety of styles and moods before closing once more on a celebratory note. |
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| Il Est Ne:
Traditional,Krug, Jason W.,BE |
| You'll want to include the optional hand drum, triangle, and tambourine scored in this dancing setting of the traditional French carol. Staccato technique in the bell score combines with the percussion to keep toes tapping to the music. This joyful piece is 113 measures. |
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| I'm Still Standing:
John, Elton and Taupin, Bernie,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
| Show the world that your choir is BACK and better than ever with this rockin’ anthem from the incomparable Sir Elton John! This high-energy offering from the Handbells ROCK series is a wonderful way to celebrate perseverance, strength, and heroism. |
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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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| Joyful Praise:
Geschke, Susan E.,,CG |
| The newest addition to the popular series of original pieces by Susan Geschke, this exciting composition is available in two fully compatible editions, making it ideal for massed ringing events. |
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| Keep Your Lamps:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Benjamin A.,AP |
| This spiritual arrangement gets its strength from big block chords, which contrast with smoother arpeggios in the verses. |
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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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| Let All That Hath Breath Praise the Lord:
Austin, Brenda E.,,GI |
| GIA is delighted to offer this exciting, rhythmic musical exultation by Brenda Austin. This buoyant, original composition is a beautiful affirmation of praise inspired by Psalm 150:6. |
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| Let the Word Go Forth:
Krug, Jason,,BE |
| An opening peal gives way to an energetic melody in Jason Krug's original composition. The melody moves among all the parts, giving all your ringers the chance to shine. |
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| Let Us Praise the Almighty:
Miller, J. D.,Waldrop, Tammy,RO |
While visiting a church, the arranger of this inaugural selection in Ring Out! Press' new series Bells Ring! - Voices Sing! heard the choir sing this upbeat, worship anthem. She explains, "I immediately thought this song would be fun and effective for bells and voices! The music and the text fit together and call even the 'grumpiest' Christian to praise the Almighty." The bell part, at first glance seems thick against the 2-part voices. However, voices can drown out the short-sustained bell tone - balance is key.
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| Lord of the Dance:
Shaker melody,Carter, Sydney; Krug, Jason W.,HP |
| Join the celebration with Jason Krug's fresh arrangement of Sydney Carter's enchanting hymn based on the Shaker tune "Simple Gifts". |
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| March of the Chimes:
Hollander, L.,,RO |
| 2, 3 or 4 octaves of chimes or handbells sound equally strong on this bold march that combines fanfare, full chordal ringing and antiphonal textures in 68 measures. For worship consider the optional title: Glory March. |
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| Mighty Fortress Is Our God:
Luther, Martin,Krug, Jason W.,RR |
| Jason Krug has written a very energetic and moving setting of Martin Luther’s great Reformation hymn. Pay close attention to the dynamics throughout for a musical performance. |
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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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| Misty:
Garner, E.,Sherman, A.,RR |
| "Look at me, I'm as helpless as a kitten up a tree" so begins the classic song by Erroll Garner, here set for 3-5 octaves of bells. Loaded with opportunities for fine musical expression through various musical textures. A good challenge for the intermediate advanced choir, and a great selection for concert. 59 "misty" measures. |
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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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| On the Road Again:
Nelson, Willie,Waldrop, Tammy,RR |
| Willie Nelson’s all-time country favorite comes to handbells, and in the hands of arranger Tammy Waldrop, it’s an instant must-have classic! At Level 2, it’s accessible to just about any choir and can be played in so many situations and venues. |
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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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| 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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| 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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| 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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| 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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