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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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| Adagio:
Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus,Wilson, Malcolm C.,HP |
| This adagio is the theme from the 2nd movement of Mozart’s concerto for clarinet and orchestra (K622), his last instrumental work completed before his death. |
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| All Creatures of Our God and King:
Traditional,Lamb, Linda R.,BE |
| A bell-peal figure opens and continues through this light and airy rendition of the standard hymn. Various techniques, such as mallets, LV, and thumb damps, are scored to add color. A later passage finds the melody doubled in the lower chimes with an undulating accompaniment motif above. Arranged in C Major, this spirited piece is 76 measures. |
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| All Glory Laud and Honor:
Traditional,Stephenson, Valerie W.,LC |
| Set in G major throughout, this favorite Palm Sunday hymn tune musically brings to life all of the spectacle and pageantry of Christ's ride through the streets of Jerusalem. |
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| Ash Grove:
Traditional Welsh Melody,Morris, Hart,BE |
| This lovely Welsh melody can also be titled according to two hymn texts - "The Master Hath Come" and "Let All Things Now Living." The setting, replete with syncopated rhythms, offbeat accents, and staccato techniques, definitely mirrors the percussion skills and energetic personality of its arranger - Hart Morris. At quarter = 120, it is a good work out; but ringers should enjoy the fun. |
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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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| By Streams of Living Water:
Various,Akers, Michael E.,LC |
| This short but artfully crafted 53-measure medley utilizes tunes associated with the hymns "It Is Well With My Soul" and "Shall We Gather at the River?" |
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| C Jam Mood:
Davenport, Roderick,,CP |
| Your ringers are sure to ask to play this one again and again! Roderick Davenport's original piece makes a great opener or encore for concert and would most likely be a fun festival selection! |
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| Day By Day:
Ahnfelt, Oscar,Eithun, Sandra,RO |
| Optional handchimes (ranging from D4-G5)are featured on a mid-range melody in the second section of this lovely setting of the hymn tune BLOTT EN DAG. |
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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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| Easter Proclamation:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,LC |
| Beginning with a solid introductory fanfare, your congregation will then be led through three anticipated Easter hymn tunes, each woven in place with soaring lines and exultant supporting harmony. |
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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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| Festive Peal on Hymn to Joy:
Beethoven,Ryan, Michael,LC |
| Using all bells or chimes in the 2- or 3-octave set, Beethoven's sturdy tune is cast in G, C and A-flat major, with bell changes eased in comfortably before each new key. |
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| Great Is Thy Faithfulness:
Runyan, William,Handley, Andrea,RR |
| "Great Is Thy Faithfulness", the timeless hymn by Thomas Chisholm and William Runyan, is given a fresh treatment in this stunning arrangement for 3, 4 or 5 octave handbells with optional 2 octave handchimes by Andrea Handley. |
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| Haleluya:
Traditional Tanzanian Melody,Stults, Tyleen,RR |
| Optional congas and a shaker add their spice to this rendition of a taditional Tanzanian melody. Staccato technique along with syncopated rhythmic patterns add to the fun all the way to the ending 94th measure. |
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| How Can I Keep From Singing:
Lowry, Robert,Sherman, Arnold B.,RR |
| Truly a unique work, this piece features Robert Lowry's rhythmic hymn tune supported in part by a "singing bell" technique, which uses round sticks rubbed around the outer rim of the bell, for a truly ethereal sound. Full instructions for this technique plus a biography on Robert Lowry and the full lyrics for the hymn are included. |
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| How Firm a Foundation:
Traditional,Tucker, Sondra K.,HP |
| Sondra Tucker’s energetic version of this revered American folk hymn is played almost entirely with mallets, and includes a simple optional part for 7 handchimes adding a beautiful reinforcement to the melody. |
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| How Great Is Our God with How Great Thou Art:
Various,Bettcher, Peggy,HP |
| The theme of God's Greatness is captured in this 3-5 octave arrangement which blends the contemporary praise and worship song "How Great Is Our God" with Stuart Hine's classic hymn "How Great Thou Art". |
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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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| In Christ Alone:
Getty, Keith & Townsend, Stuart,Cota, Patricia,RP |
| This 4-5 octave arrangement of the popular contemporary hymn by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend was a commission for a festival in Kansas. |
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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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| 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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| Joyful Reflections:
Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP |
| This lyrical original from Cynthia Dobrinski sets a happy, peaceful mood. |
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| Jubilance:
Page, Anna Laura,,BE |
| Written for the Houston, TX Feb Fest event, this original composition is well-titled. Energy is dispersed through easy syncopation, numerous handbell techniques, and harmonic shifts. Optional 25 chimes, ranging from D3 to C6, add their shimmering energy as well. |
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| Lord Be Glorified:
Kilpatrick, Bob,Hakes, Derek,LC |
| Both the chorus and the verse of Bob Kilpatrick's contemporary Christian classic have been incorporated into this touching and prayerful arrangement. |
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| Many and Great:
Plains Indian Melody (Dakota Hymn),Wissinger, Kathleen,CP |
| Kathleen Wissinger is a master at writing for and teaching beginning and "step-up" ringers. |
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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 Faith Looks Up to Thee:
Mason, Lowell,Keller, Michael R.,BE |
| Although the 3 octaves of chimes are optional, do your best to include them for they open this piece with lovely, shimmering sound and set up the entrance of the melody on bells. This simple setting builds in intensity mirroring the walk of faith through life. |
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| Pirates of the Caribbean:
Badelt, Klaus,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
| "Shiver Me Timbers!" It's an arrangement of the movie music from Disney's blockbuster hit, "Pirates of the Caribbean"! |
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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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| Rise and Shine:
Traditional,Robert, Dennis,CP |
| "Rise and shine and give God the glory, glory..." So go the lyrics to the traditional tune of this arrangement. |
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| Simple Gifts:
Brackett Jr., Joseph,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| The well-known Shaker hymn is arranged for double handbell and handchime choir, with the chime part being much easier than the bell part. |
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| Song of Gladness:
Sherman, Arnold,,RR |
| This original composition was commissioned for the 2004 Rogue Valley Handbell Festival in Medford, Oregon. Playable by 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 octave choirs; this bright, energetic, 78-measure piece is great not only for combined choir festivals, but also to start your ringing season off with a flourish! |
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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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| Sweet Music:
Traditional Spiritual,Schulz-Widmar,HP |
| “Sweet Music” is a hidden gem in the genre of African-American spirituals. This setting by Russell Schulz-Widmar, with the words “Go and tell everybody Jesus Christ is risen!” is a fitting selection for Eastertide. |
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| This Is My Father's World:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,LC |
| Here's a very easy and refreshing triple-meter interpretation of a traditional English hymn tune, written especially with less experienced players in mind. |
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| Trust and Obey:
Towner, Daniel B.,Glasgow, Michael J.,RR |
| Michael Glasgow's setting of "Trust and Obey" for 2 to 5 octave handbells and optional keyboard is a refreshing and uplifting approach to a beloved hymn tune. 2-3 octave and 3-5 octave versions of the arrangement are provided in this score and may be played either separately or together. |
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| Wade In the Water:
African American Spiritual,Eithun, Sandra,LC |
| Rhythmically driven from beginning to end, bass bell ringers get their time to shine in this energetic treatment of a popular spiritual. |
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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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