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| Ah Holy Jesus:
Cruger, Johann,Mazzatenta, Michael,JM |
| This contemplative setting of HERZLIEBSTER JESU is accessible and compelling for quiet moments in the season of Lent and beyond. |
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| Allegro Con Moto:
Krug, Jason,,GI |
| Selected by the Handbell Musicians of America as a music example that showcases the best in the handbell art form, Allegro con moto (fast, with motion) is lively, upbeat, and full of rhythmic drive and melodic energy. |
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| All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name:
Holden, Oliver,Larson, Lloyd,HP |
| The classic and beloved hymn is set here for 3-5 octave handbells and piano. |
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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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| Ashokan Farewell:
Ungar, Jay,Eithun, Sandra,HP |
| This tune was composed by American folk musician Jay Ungar and has been used in the PBS television miniseries The Civil War. Set here for handbells by Sandra Eithun. |
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| Be Thou My Vision:
,Stitt, J.,AG |
| The old Irish folk tune SLANE is here set in a short 46 measures. The melody appears first in the lower registers accompanied by lilting, LV eighth-note passages. Later, after a key change, the tune moves to the upper registers and becomes more ornamented. |
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| Blessing:
Helman, Michael,,BE |
| Written in honor of his grandsons, this delicate original from Michael Helman is perfect for the intermediate choir looking to focus on their musicality. |
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| Bring Him Home:
Schonberg, Claude-Michel,Holdsworth, Rick,HP |
| The classic tune from Les Misérables is arranged here for 3-5 octaves of handbells with optional handchimes and C-instrument. A great addition to your next concert. |
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| Church's One Foundation:
Wesley, Samuel S.,Dennis, Karissa,GI |
| This appealing and engaging arrangement of the tune AURELIA is introduced by a cheerful ostinato. Plucks, echoes, tower swings, shakes, and gyros are tastefully sprinkled through the music. |
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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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| Come Christians Join to Sing:
Hymn Tune,Tucker, Sondra K.,JM |
| The cleverly offset harmonic changes in Sondra Tucker's arrangement propel the piece forward and create a playful vibe which makes this piece a pleasure to ring and to hear. |
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| Day By Day God's Time Is Best:
Various,Buckwalter, Karen L.,BE |
| This heartfelt setting by Karen Buckwalter, written in memory of a treasured member of the handbell community, is perfect for any service of remembrance or other reflective setting. |
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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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| 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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| 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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| Hashivenu (Rise Up and Sing):
Traditional Israeli Folk Song,Austin, Brenda E.,HP |
| This traditional Israeli folk song is a song of resilience. It begins with a mournful setting on handchimes and moves into an up-tempo section that uses mallets and thumb damps. |
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| Highland Cathedral:
Korb/Roever,Turner, Julie & McChesney, Kevin,JH |
| Originally composed by German musicians, "Highland Cathedral" is now a popular Scottish tune. It is often performed on bagpipes but has been arranged here for a full set of handbells with optional instruments. |
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| Hosannas Laud and Honor:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| Start your Palm Sunday off in grand fashion with this medley of ELLACOMBE and ST. THEODULPH. Powerful chordal writing and careful use of unexpected harmonies make this piece approachable for intermediate ensembles.
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| In the Shadow of Your Wings:
Buckwalter, Karen L.,,BE |
| This introspective 3-6 octave handbell original is a haunting and emotional piece that explores themes of comfort, solace, and protection. The piece features a poignant melody supported by gentle harmonies and evocative textures. |
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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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| Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho:
Traditional,Thompson, Martha Lynn,HP |
| For all of those 4 and 5 octave young ringers' choirs who have a difficult time finding fun, playable but interesting music in that octave range your search is over! Full texture, lots of fun techniques and a moderate tempo combine to make this piece a winner. Of course, more skilled choir would enjoy "ringing the walls down" as well! |
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| Joyeuse:
Buckwalter, Karen L.,,BE |
| This upbeat original tune from Karen Buckwalter is perfect for any celebratory moment in worship or concert, and would even make a nice alternative piece for Easter. |
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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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| Mamma Mia:
Anderson, Stig; Ulvaeus, Bjorn; and Andersson, Benny,Scholes, Linda,JH |
| First, it was a huge hit by the supergroup ABBA. Then it was part of the smash Broadway musical of the same name. Now, it's a fun and exciting addition to our Handbells ROCK series! |
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| Marche Royale:
Scholes, Linda,,CP |
| This original piece by Linda Scholes is great for beginners or will go together quickly for more seasoned groups. The march-like tune will be equally at home in church, school, or any concert/festival setting. |
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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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| Mister Sandman:
Ballard, Pat,Mallory, Ron,RR |
| This rhythmic arrangement of the all-time swing classic "Mister Sandman" is fun, fun, fun! Change the name to "Mister Santa" and now it fits perfectly into your next holiday concert. |
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| Morning Grace:
Various,Scholes, Linda,BE |
| This pleasant 3-5 octave handbell arrangement combines "Morning Mood" from Peer Gynt with the beloved hymn tune NEW BRITAIN. The result is a beautiful and uplifting piece that celebrates the joy of a new day. |
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| My Jesus I Love Thee:
Hymn Tune,Mallory, Ron,RW |
| Ron Mallory gives us a completely fresh and beautiful take on this favorite hymn, using contemporary harmonies and flowing lines to create an arrangement that is heartfelt and meaningful. |
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| O Come Little Children:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| A single, gentle syncopating line is a unifying thread in this sweet setting of the traditional German carol. |
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| Peal Con Brio:
Thompson, Karen,,AG |
| This 2012 Area 2 Young Ringers Composition Contest winner is a stunning original piece based on a g-minor scale. |
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| Promised Land Calypso:
American Melody,Raney, Joel,HP |
| Joel Raney has taken this old favorite and created a rousing version in a calypso style. It is delightfully entertaining to listen to and a blast to play. |
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| Resurrection Morning:
Various,Raney, Joel,HP |
| This arrangement begins quietly and soon builds to a glorious Easter celebration. It includes snippets from many well-known Easter titles. |
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| That'll Be the Day:
Holly, Buddy; Allison, Jerry; and Petty, Norman,Mallory, Ron,JH |
| Celebrate the early days of Rock-n-Roll with Ron Mallory's take on this classic from Buddy Holly and the Crickets. Fast-paced and fun, this one is sure to be a hit in any concert. |
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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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| 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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| We Are the Champions:
Mercury, Freddie,Hanson, Nicholas A.,JH |
| This classic rock anthem by Queen, with its message of intensity and empowerment, is the power ballad to beat all power ballads, and arranger Nicholas Hanson brings its glory to handbells as only he can. Your audience is sure to get out the lighters and start swaying for this one! |
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| When I Survey the Wondrous Cross:
Mason, Lowell,Sholes, Linda,BE |
| Beginning ensembles will love this setting of the tune HAMBURG by Linda Scholes. There are no bell changes and no notes shorter than quarter notes in this arrangement.
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| Yet Not I But Through Christ In Me:
Robinson, Jonny; Farren, Michael; and Thompson, Rich,Lamb, Linda,RP |
| This praise and worship favorite, made popular by CityAlight, is one of the most widely used contemporary worship songs in recent memory. Linda Lamb now brings it to handbells with this lovely setting for 3-5 octaves with optional handchimes. |
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