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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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| Beach Spring:
Traditional,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
| Kevin McChesney presents a fairly straight-forward arrangement of this well-known hymn tune, making it useful for just about any moment in worship. |
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| Butterfly Song:
Howard, Brian ,Stephenson, Valerie,CG |
| "The Butterfly Song" is an upbeat, happy song of gratitude. The text of the original song by Brian M. Howard begins, “If I were a butterfly, I’d thank you Lord for giving me wings.” |
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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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| 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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| Fantasy on All Creatures of Our God and King:
Hymn Tune,Eithun, Sandra,GI |
| Sandra Eithun has arranged an impressive free form variation of this hallowed German hymn. Her imaginative use of chimes with bells presents an engaging musical fantasy. |
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| First Noel:
English Carol,Moklebust, Cathy,JH |
| The passionate writing of Cathy Moklebust comes through in this setting of the traditional carol, written for The Raleigh Ringers Series for advanced choirs. |
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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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| Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken:
Haydn, Franz Joseph ,Eithun, Sandra,SF |
| Sandra Eithun has given us a great arrangement of a majestic song. |
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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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| 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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| 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'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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| Jubilant Praise:
Black, Jantz A.,,HP |
| We welcome Jantz Black to the Hope catalogue with this energetic, original composition featuring an array of techniques sure to appeal to bell choirs and listeners. |
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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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| 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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2022 Advanced Handbell class for Adults & High School students at 1:30 pm with Carlos Rivera.
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| Montreat Intermediate Adult Handbells 2022:
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2022 Intermediate Handbell class for Adults at 10:00 am with Angela Hampton.
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| Montreat Intermediate Adult Handbells 2022:
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2022 Intermediate Handbell class for Adults at 2:30 pm with Carlos Rivera.
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| Nocturnal Fantasy:
Li, Emily,,CG |
| This original composition is inspired by the Chinese poem "Night Thoughts" written by Li Bai of the Tang dynasty (701-762). |
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| O Come O Come Emmanuel:
Traditional,Childers, Brian,GI |
| Here is an inspiring arrangment for handbell and piano. The handbell score is quite easy to perform yet sounds very full and intricate. |
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| One Foundation:
Hymn Tune,Compton, Matthew,HP |
| This stunning arrangement pairs "How Firm a Foundation" with "The Church's One Foundation" and offers a fresh look at the two familiar hymns. |
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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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| Perpetual Light:
Morris, H., ,FB |
| Hart Morris shows his versatility in this original composition which is a study in perpetual motion! Unlike Mr. Morris' other, bluesy arrangements, this piece sticks with a steady, eighth-note rhythm throughout. |
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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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| Prayer for the Innocents:
Helman, Michael,,LC |
| In response to the tragic shootings in Orlando on June 12, 2016, and for all who have lost loved ones due to hate, intolerance, and violence, Michael Helman composed this emotional original work. Appropriate for worship, festivals, concerts, or times of remembrance. |
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| Resonances and Alleluias:
Moklebust, Cathy,,CG |
| This engaging original composition was commissioned in honor of Fred Gramann, for his 30 years of music ministry at the American Church in Paris. The piece opens with a rhythmic "fuguing tune" in a minor key, which appears in a variety of ways throughout the work. The sections are labeled "Lightly," "Slowly, with feeling," then concluding with a joyful "Allegretto," with a rhythmic malleted bass part. Techniques include LV, malleted bells on the table and shaking. |
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| Rockin Around the Christmas Tree:
Marks, Johnny,Morris, Hart,FM |
| American songwriter Johnny Marks is famous for writing more than 90 songs – many being Christmas favorites. This includes "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer", "A Holly Jolly Christmas" "and Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree", among others. Hart has used his gift of adding variations and fabulous rhythmic touches to create an irresistible arrangement of this tune! |
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| Storm Shall Pass:
Endman, Jacob,Compton, Matthew,CG |
| With a title inspired by a ringer who had recently completed chemotherapy, "The Storm Shall Pass" is a compelling original composition that will take ringers and listeners alike on a musical expedition. |
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| Suite for Handbells:
Helman, Michael,,BE |
| Michael Helman's accessible 2-3 octave handbell suite is a delightful collection of five movements that are perfect for beginner to intermediate ringers. Alternate titles are given for use in worship. |
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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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| Trinity Fanfare:
Guebert, Alex,,AG |
| Alex Guebert’s knowledge of handbells comes shining through in this exciting, new original piece entitled "Trinity Fanfare". Whether it’s for 3, 4, or 5 octaves of bells, this piece sounds full and majestic, and is easy to play. |
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| Unclouded Day:
Alwood, J. K.,Seemann, Brian,HP |
| The setting of this cherished gospel hymn begins with singing bell and a serene, unison statement of the melody. It quickly moves into an upbeat, rhythmic mode that incorporates mallets and other stopped techniques. |
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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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| With All My Heart:
Wissinger, Kathleen,,GI |
| This inspiring original work was written in honor of Fran Vaughan, who is a past Chair of AGEHR Area III. Kathleen Wissinger had Mark 12:33 “…and to love him with all the heart, and with all the understanding, and with all the strength, and to love one's neighbor as oneself…” in mind when she composed this piece. |
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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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