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| Angel Songs:
Various,Ingram, B.,LC |
| Joy rings from beginning to end in this uplifting medley of familiar carols. |
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| Angels We Have Heard On High:
French Carol,Lamb, Linda,RW |
| Bagpipers and field drummers show up (figuratively speaking) in this arrangement of the favorite French carol. Grace notes played as martellatos give the effect of being in the Scottish highlands, while drum-like staccato rhythms punctuate the piece. |
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| At the Manger:
Various,Helman, Michael,LC |
| Three lovely cradle carols set the scene for a quiet, peaceful Christmas. The carols are based on "Infant Holy", "Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine", and "The Friendly Beasts". |
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| Bit of Beethoven:
Beethoven, Ludwig Van,Rogers, Sharon Elery,AP |
| "A Bit of Beethoven" is the fourth collection in a series of abbreviated pieces by classic composers for 2-3 octave handbell or handchime choir. |
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| Bwana Asifiwe:
Moklebust, Cathy,,CG |
| This original composition will delight all who hear it with its upbeat and rhythmic African flavor in 3/4 meter. |
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| Christians We Have Come to Worship:
Various,Wagner, Douglas E.,LC |
| There are six festive opening sentences for SATB and 2 octaves of bells in this collection: "Christians, We Have Come to Worship", "Enter Now the Gates", "The Lord Is in This Holy Temple", "Come, Come to Bethlehem", "Sing, Rejoice, the Lord is Risen" and "Gloria!". The difficulty level varies from Level 1 to level 2+. Please make note that these titles are just beginnings of the titles and not the whole songs. |
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| Christmas Tapestry:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,LC |
| Based on several familiar Christmas carols, this work will be enjoyable for ringers and audience alike during the Christmas season. |
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| Come Ye Thankful People Come:
Elvey, George J.,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| With this sparkling, solid arrangement, Cynthia Dobrinski has penned a piece that sounds much harder than it is. |
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| Cowboy Christmas:
Various,Waldrop, Tammy,RO |
| Put on yer boots and saddle up for this fun trail ride through the traditional carols "Away in a Manger", "Angels We Have Heard on High" and "O Come, All Ye Faithful." |
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| Ding Dong Merrily on High:
16th Century French Carol,Lamb, Linda R.,AP |
| This is a particularly fun piece for handbells and is set for 3-5 octave handbell choir and optional handchimes. |
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| Down in the River to Pray:
Spiritual,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| A good use of techniques sets off this great arrangement of a tune featured in the film O Brother Where Art Thou?, which is appropriate for church, concert, or festival use. |
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| Five Carols for Beginning Ringers:
Various,Page, Anna Laura,AP |
| Christmas is a magical time of year when we remember the Christ Child and what His birth has meant to the world from that time to the present. We love to sing and ring carols of the season as we celebrate and "Five Carols for Beginning Ringers" offers new ringers the opportunity to participate in the Christmas celebration. |
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| Fum Fum Fum:
,Sanders,HP |
| This percussive arrangement of the delightful Spanish Carol offers contrast to the usual Christmas offering. Opt. Claves/Tambourine. |
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| Gloria (Angels We Have Heard on High):
,Callahan. F.,AG |
| An updated version of an older piece by the same name and arranger. The tune is associated with "Angels We Have Heard on High". |
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| Good Christian Friends Rejoice:
Traditional,Waldrop, Tammy,AP |
| This is a joyful, fun-filled setting of the familiar carol, "In Dulci Jubilo" for 3-5 octave handbell choir and optional 2 octave handchime choir. |
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| Go Tell It on the Mountain:
Spiritual,Geschke, Susan E.,HP |
| Susan Geschke has given us a fresh and dynamic 2-3 octave setting of the ever-popular Christmas spiritual, "Go, Tell It on the Mountain." |
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| Hark the Glad Sound:
Haweis, Thomas,Geschke, Susan E.,CG |
| This easy-to-ring piece makes ringers look and sound polished. A sprinkling of martellatos adds to the fun. |
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| Here I Am Lord:
Schutte, D.,Sherman, A.,HP |
| Dan Schutte's popular anthem is here arranged with 4 possible performance options: 1) Handbells alone, 2) Bells and optional handchimes, 3) bells and SATB voices and 4) bells and unison voices. A freely sung opening may be sung by a solo or section or rung on bells. A lovely work for whatever performance venue fits your situation! |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, J.,Helman, M.,LC |
| A fanfare beginning, a syncopated. malleted accompaniment, a flowing section with handchimes on melody, and a slow section that ends big to finish things up all characterize this arrangement on the favorite hymn tune, NICAEA. |
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| How Majestic Is Your Name:
Smith, Michael W.,Cota, Patricia,HP |
| Michael W. Smith's song "How Majestic Is Your Name" is an up-tempo tune praising the name of God. |
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| Hymns of Joy and Praise Volume 2:
Various,Thompson, Martha Lynn,HP |
| "Hymns of Joy and Praise, Vol 2" includes very accessible settings of eight well-known hymn tunes. |
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| Infant Holy Infant Lowly:
Lezy, W.,Buckwalter, K.,BE |
| This level II piece gives less-experienced ringers an opportunity to be involved in a larger work. |
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| In the Bleak Midwinter:
Holst, Gustav,Thompson, Martha Lynn,AP |
| This is a beautifully quiet, charming setting of the carol by Gustav Holst. |
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| I Surrender All:
Weeden, Winfield S.,Lamb, Linda R.,LC |
| This sensitive and introspective setting of a timeless hymn tune will find a multitude of uses in traditional as well as contemporary worship services. |
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| Let All Things Now Living:
Traditional,Wagner, Douglas E.,LC |
| Here is a warm and gently flowing treatment of a familiar Thanksgiving tune that makes for a unique and inspirational worship experience. |
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| Lo How A Rose :
German Carol,Dobrinski, Cynthia ,CG |
| This accessible setting of the beloved carol is enhanced by rich harmonic treatment and the use of optional violin. |
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| Mighty Fortress Is Our God:
Luther, Martin,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| Both the rhythmic and metrical versions of the tune EIN FESTE BURG are utilized in this fast, lively, and very unique arrangement. |
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| O Come O Come Emmanuel:
Various,Helman, Michael,AP |
| This is a lovely setting of the 12th century Latin hymn "Veni Emmanuel" that incorporates the traditional Israeli melody "Promised One" for 2-3 octave handbell or handchime choir. |
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| O Holy Christ in Love Come Down:
Parker, John,Raney, Joel,HP |
| "O holy Christ, in love come down to where we dwell in shadows dim . . ." So begins the text of this lyrical Advent anthem with a part for optional 4 octaves of bells (from Db5 to Eb7) and flute. |
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| O Holy Night:
Adam, Adolphe C.,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| Cynthia Dobrinski's new version of Adolph Adams' Christmas treasure, "O Holy Night," is satisfying for exsperienced ringers and accessible enough for less experienced choirs to ring with grandiose results. |
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| Pat-A-Pan:
Burgundian Carol,Kinyon, Barbara B.,HP |
| "Pat-A-Pan" is a delightful Burgundian tune that dates back to the 17th century. Although in a minor mode, the tune is light-hearted and frolicsome in nature. |
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| Prayer for Humanity:
Lamb, Linda R.,,HP |
| "Prayer for Humanity" is an original composition, written during a time of war. The plaintive themes are expressive of a petition for peace, purity, and love. |
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| Processional Alleluia:
Causey, C. H., ,BE |
| An anthem for SAB choir with handbells (3 octaves) and organ. Also indicates vocal descant (soprano). Highly recommended! |
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| Rejoice and Ring Praises:
Allen, Robert B.,,AG |
| This is an attractive, easy to ring piece with a good use of techniques. |
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| Simple Gifts:
Traditional,Stephenson, Valerie W.,CG |
| This setting of the well-known, traditional Shaker hymn is ideal for the beginning choir, or for any choir needing music that can be prepared quickly. |
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| Simple Song of Praise:
Sherman, Arnold B.,,BE |
| Commissioned for the Westminster Handbell Festival, this original work has something in it to please everyone. Bouncy rhythms, sparkling dynamics, and cheerful, lilting melody all combine to praise. |
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| Still Still Still:
Murray, James R.,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| Ready to move your choir from level 2 repertoire to level 3? This level 2+ should prove just enough challenge, without discouragement! The title carol is combined with "Away in a Manger" (Murray) is a gentle tempo with occasional bell and key changes. |
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| Sweet Sweet Spirit:
Akers, Doris,Lamb, Linda R.,HP |
| The twentieth century gospel hymn "Sweet, Sweet Spirit" is given a gentle treatment for three, four or 5 octaves of handbells and two octaves of handchimes. |
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| Tidings of Great Joy:
Handel, George Frideric,Wagner, Douglas E.,LC |
| Themes from the Christmas portion of Handel's masterwork are seamlessly arranged in a festive and dignified setting, suitable for worship or concert presentation. |
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| With Heart and Hands and Voices:
Various,Wagner, D.,LC |
| Based on the hymn tunes NUN DANKET, KREMSER AND DIX and written for two to three-octaves, this medley should be easily prepared for the Thanksgiving season, which we all know, creeps up on us! The meter changes only once and that from 4/4 to 3/4 and back again. A sprinkling of special techniques keeps interest along with varying dynamics. |
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