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| Abide With Me:
Monk, William H.,Geschke, Susan E.,HP |
| Susan Geschke’s gift for lyrical melody and lush harmonies adds a new freshness to this beloved hymn. |
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| Allegro Spiritoso:
Underwood, Greg,,AG |
| The 2006 AGEHR Area III Composition Contest Winner "Allegro Spiritoso" is dedicated to the Spirit Ringers of Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, Weddington, North Carolina. |
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| Bethlehem Dreams:
Redner, Lewis H.,Lamb, Linda R.,AP |
| A warm, glowing musical picture is painted through colorful impressionistic harmonies in this arrangement of "O Little Town of Bethlehem." |
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| Breathe:
Barnett, Marie,Hakes, Derek K.,HP |
| This ethereal setting of the familiar praise song by Marie Barnett incorporates the hymn "Breathe on Me, Breath of God". The handbell part stands alone or can serve as the accompaniment to the choral setting. |
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| Carol of the Bells:
Ukrainian Carol,Sherman, Arnold,HP |
| The classic Ukrainian carol, commonly known as "Carol of the Bells," comes to life in this refreshing setting from arranger Arnold Sherman. |
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| Christmas Book, The:
Various,Lamb, Linda R. and Ingram, Bill,RO |
| "The Christmas Book" may not be a very catchy name, but it sure is an appropriate one! Linda Lamb and Bill Ingram have arranged ten of the most popular Christmas songs in settings that are fresh, beautiful, and accessible. |
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| Christmas Carillon:
Based on the hymn tune Sicilian Mariners,Lowenberg, Kenneth,LC |
| "And all the bells on earth shall ring" in this brilliant work, characterized by idiomatic bell figures and soaring modulations. Fresh harmonies and just the right amount of special techniques further enhance this "appealing" selection, based on SICILIAN MARINERS. |
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| Coventry Carol:
Various,Larson, L.loyd,LC |
| The charm of this artfully written carol setting lies in its simple and direct approach. |
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| Ding Dong Merrily On High:
Traditional English Carol,Gramann, Fred,CG |
| Beginning with a quiet treble ostinato figure inspired by the lyrics "in heaven the bells are ringing," the ringing grows in intensity until it bursts forth with the first statement of the traditional English carol, "Ding, Dong, Merrily on High." |
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| Easter Joy:
Various,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| Using EASTER HYMN and MIT FREUDEN ZART, here's a great piece for the Easter season. |
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| Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit:
,Linker, J./McFadden, J.,BE |
| The traditional Welsh melody ST. DENIO and William Croft's HANOVER are set here for 3-5 octaves and organ. |
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| Festal Dance:
Waugh, Timothy,,CG |
| FESTAL DANCE is a spirited handbell composition which evokes a feel of the Renaissance with or without the auxillary instrumentation. Moving from a graceful movement with a triple feel into a stately duple section and then returning to elements of the opening section, ringers will enjoy the challenge of rhythm and musicality that this piece provides. Written in f minor, this piece is 84 measures. |
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| First Noel:
Traditional ,Eithun, Sandra,SF |
| Here is a fresh and spirited arrangement of this familiar carol. |
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| Five Easy Carols:
Various,Ryan, Michael,LC |
| By the use of specially designed first and second endings, this clever arrangement of carols gives the director the option of presenting each carol singly or designing a medley that is just the right length for the situation. Titles include, "O Come All Ye Faithful, The Friendly Beasts, Unto Us a Child Is Born, Twas in the Moon of Wintertime, and Gentle Mary Laid Her Child." |
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| I Know That My Redeemer Lives:
Traditional,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| This versatile setting of the tune DUKE STREET by Cynthia Dobrinski features both the Easter text and the alternate text “Jesus Shall Reign” for general occasions and Christ the King Sunday. |
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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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| In Christ Alone:
Townsend, Stuart & Getty, Keith,Eithun, Sandra,HP |
| Stuart Townend and Keith Getty's powerful new praise and worship song has been set for 3-5 octaves of handbells with optional handchimes. |
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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, Philip P.,Tucker, Margaret R.,CG |
| In this arrangement of the well-known hymntune ("Ville Du Havre"), the melody is first presented by the lower handchimes, while the upper bells give a flowing interpretation of the first line of the text associated with this tune ("When Peace Like a River"). This work begins in C Major, modulates to f minor, and then returns to C Major for the finale. |
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| I Was There To Hear Your Borning Cry:
Ylvisaker, John C.,Thompson, Martha Lynn,CG |
| The ethereal opening and closing motifs, played on randomly-malleted suspended bells, suggest the mystery surrounding the beginning and ending of life. The music of the stanzas depicts the various stages of life as described in the hymn text. |
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| I Will Lift Mine Eyes Unto the Hills:
Moklebust, Cathy,,CG |
| This calm, meditative original composition directly reflects the text of Psalm 121 in a lyrical style, with gentle, flowing rhythms and sweeping melodies. |
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| Jubilation Fanfare:
Eithun, Sandra,,GI |
| This original work by Sandra Eithun is lively and uplifting. It is scored for 3 to 5 octaves of handbells and optional 3 octaves of chimes. |
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| Lenten Contemplation:
Various,Moats, William E.,CG |
| The hymntunes SOUTHWELL, GETHSEMANE and HERZLIEBSTER JESU are included in this lovely medley of hymns associated with the Lenten season. |
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| Let There Be Peace on Earth:
Miller, S./Jackson, J.,Sherman, A.,HP |
| Sy Miller and Jill Jackson gave to the world what is perhaps the strongest desire of us all in their original work here arranged for 2-3 octaves of handbells. Simple rhythms, a moderate tempo, full score, and few bell changes should allow beginning choirs to succeed quickly with the music. Measures total 100. |
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| Little Drummer Boy:
Czech carol,Waldrop, Tammy,AP |
| This tune has long been a secular/sacred favorite Christmas song. This setting includes an optional processional and a part for triangle and hand drum. |
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| Lo How A Rose E'er Blooming:
Traditional,Raney, Joel,HP |
| The world of handbell music continues to expand and reach an ever-broadening audience as composers find new ways to combine handbells with other instruments. This spellbinding setting from Joel Raney does just that by combining a synthesizer string pad with handbells and handchimes. |
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| Morning Has Broken:
Gaelic Melody,Raney, Joel,HP |
| Joel Raney explores the world of handbells combined with synthesizer and percussion in this captivating setting of the well-known Gaelic melody. |
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| My Lord What a Mornin':
African-American Spiritual,Morris, Hart,CO |
| Arranger Hart Morris has a reputation for fun but musically solid arrangements and this one is no different. The melody is preceded by a sycopated passage that sets up the accompaniment. Tempos vary, techniques are scattered about for precise effect, and accidentals lend their "bluesy" feel throughout all 69 measures. |
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| Now the Green Blade Riseth:
,McChesney, Kevin,HP |
| "Sing We Now of Christmas" is the alternate title to this tune. However, the energetic nature of this entire work suggests the vigorous growth of Spring, when the grass turns green. This energy is set up with a driving bass clef-rhythm pattern played by mallets on tabled bells. |
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| One Night In Bethlehem:
Austrian Melody,Lamb, Linda R.,RO |
| Three traditional carols are combined in this arrangement: "Still, Still, Still," "Away In a Manger" and "O Little Town of Bethlehem." |
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| One Small Child:
Meece, David,Larson, Lloyd,HP |
| The charm and grace of David Meece's contemporary Christmas classic shine through in Lloyd Larson's choral setting. Larson offers a 3-5 octave handbell accompaniment and a new SAB choral voicing. The handbell setting can stand alone without voices. |
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| Prayer:
Warzyn, Jeanne C.,,AG |
| Entitled "Prayer," this beautiful, lyrical, original piece is accessible to every bell or chime choir and is perfect for church, concert or festival. |
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| Ring Jubilee:
Geschke, Susan E.,,HP |
| Weaving together three delightful melodies, this original composition by Susan Geschke sparkles with energy and excitement. |
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| Ring Together Christmas:
Various,McChesney, Kevein,JH |
| This installment of Kevin McChesney's best-selling series features 5 Christmas carols designed to aid the musical and technical growth of the beginning choir. All selections have 2 pages with no page turns and can usually be prepared in a couple of rehearsals. |
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| Rise Up Shepherd and Follow:
African-American Spiritual,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| Cynthia Dobrinski's new arrangement of this classic Christmas spiritual is sure to be a hit with both church and concert audiences. |
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| Savior of the Nations Come:
Hymn Tune,Wissinger, Kathleen,LC |
The work begins starkly with open fifths as the expansive, chant-like tune enters and is carried through four episodes of development.
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| Standin' In the Need of Prayer:
African American Spiritual,Stephenson, Valerie W.,CG |
| The traditional spiritual is brought to life in this upbeat arrangement. The malleted sections are joyful and energetic, while the contrasting middle section is mournful and reflective. |
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| Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus:
Kirkpatrick, William J.,Geschke, Susan E.,HP |
| The gentle, meditative treatment of this beloved hymn provides handbell choirs with an opportunity for flowing, legato ringing. Optional chimes in the middle section add contrast and interest. |
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| Tuya Es La Gloria:
Traditional Latin American Melody,Nelson, Susan T.,AG |
| A traditional Latin American melody, this piece may also be titled "We Sing of Your Glory." A part for 13 optional chimes in the upper 3-octave range, adds to the gentle ambiance of the score. The optional part may be played as a bell/chime solo, on any C instrument, and/or guitar. |
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| When In Our Music God Is Glorified:
Traditional,Sherman, Arnold B.,HP |
| From Arnold Sherman, here is a versatile setting of one of the finest hymns from the 20th century. Fred Pratt Green's text and the tune Engelberg by Charles Stanford are arranged for 3-6 octave handbells, with optional 3-4 octave handchimes, organ (with optional trumpet) or brass. SATB choir can also be added. |
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| Will the Circle Be Unbroken:
Gabriel, Charles H.,Page, Anna Laura,AP |
With words by Ada R. Habershon and music by Charles H. Gabriel, this favorite has been sung and played by amateurs and professionals alike since its debut in 1907.
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| With Praise and High Thanksgiving:
Various,Ryan, Michael,LC |
| This energetic outpouring of gratitude and praise is solidly scored with plenty of bells/chimes used to keep ensemble members busy. |
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