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| Above All With When I Survey:
LeBlanc, Lenny & Baloche, Paul,Sherman, Arnold B.,HP |
| Utilizing handbells, SATB choir, and various instruments, Arnold Sherman brings both traditional and contemporary elements together in this dynamic new anthem for blended worship.
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| All Creatures of Our God and King:
Traditional,Ryan, Michael,LC |
| Beginning with a single fragment of the melody and a faint echo of Alleluia, the work builds through two modulations to a glorious finale set to enliven and inspire the spirit of worship in the hearts of your congregation. |
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| Alleluia Christ Is Risen:
Traditional,Holstein, Jane & Raney, Joel,HP |
| Using the definitive Easter text by Christopher Wordsworth, which begins with the proclamation “Alleluia, Christ is risen,” here is the perfect choral selection to begin your Easter Day service. |
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| Alleluia Give Thanks:
Fishel, Donald,Tucker, Sondra K.,HP |
| "Alleluia, Give Thanks" (also known as "Alleluia No. 1") is a simple, straightforward setting of the beloved Easter song. |
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| Aria:
Helman, Michael,,CG |
| Memorable, lyrical melodies characterize the meditative quality of this original composition. |
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| As the Deer:
Nystrom, Martin,Geschke, Susan E.,HP |
| This gorgeous, new setting of Martin Nystrom’s song was written in memory of a young man who bravely served in Iraq and sacrificed his life for his country. |
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| Because He Lives:
Gaither, William J.,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| This beloved gospel song is boldly enabled by its strong affirmation of assurance in the risen Lord. |
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| Celebration:
Gramann, Fred,,LC |
| Written for the 30th Bay View Week of Handbells (August, 2007), Fred's latest original composition for the idiom is pure excitement from beginning to end with its forward-moving rhythms and a joyful recurring theme. |
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| Celebration:
Krug, Jason W.,,BE |
| Written for an elementary handchime choir, this easy level 2 selection is scored to keep all ringers involved. A steady, march-like beat is easy to keep and the scattered, eighth-note patterns easy to feel. |
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| Christ the Lord Is Risen Today:
Traditional,Benton, Douglas J.,HP |
| For SATB voices and organ with optional handbells, brass, and congregation, this stunning hymn concertato is brilliantly conceived from beginning to end and an excellent choice for Easter morning! |
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| Devotion:
Various,Sherman, A.,BE |
| "Devotion" is a medley of "I Want to Be A Christian" and "I Am Thine". The handbell arrangement can be used to accompany the choral anthem, but it is a half-step lower, so extra work would be involved. |
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| Down By the Riverside:
Traditional ,Waldrop, Tammy,AP |
This jazzy arrangement of the old gospel hymn includes a cameo appearance of "I've Got Peace Like a River" in the middle section.
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| Down By the Riverside:
Spiritual,Stephenson, Valerie W.,LC |
| This one has it all! A fun, well-known tune is presented in a clever scoring that includes stopped techniques, gyros, and shakes, along with tasteful percussion. |
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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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| Festive Celebration:
McChesney, Kevin,,RW |
| This happy original work provides just the right amount of challenge for Level 1 choirs. |
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| Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah:
Traditional,Larson, Lloyd,LC |
| This festival setting of the vigorous tune by John Hughes displays the full gamut of excitement that an ensemble can evoke. |
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| Holy Spirit Breath of God:
Various,Lamb, Linda R.,LC |
| The Singing Bell technique creates an ethereal atmosphere as the work opens and journeys on its way through tunes associated with the hymns "Breathe on Me, Breath of God" and "Open My Eyes, That I May See." |
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| Hosanna in the Highest:
Traditional,Wagner, Douglas E.,LC |
| This vibrant setting generates excitement from beginning to end with continuous rhythmic movement and a rich palette of colorful harmonies and uplifting modulations. |
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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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| I Have Decided to Follow Jesus:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,RO |
| Optional percussion adds bounce to this lively setting of the Indian folk song. |
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| Immortal Invisible God Only Wise:
Welsh Hymn,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| The hymn tune ST. DENIO is the basis for this arrangement, which begins with an original melody in a joyful, lilting style. |
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| I've Got the Joy (Down in My Heart):
Traditional,Stephenson, Valerie W.,CG |
| Bursting with joy, this arrangement of the familiar song is malleted throughout. |
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| Jesus Lives Alleluia:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,LC |
| Herald the good news of Christ’s triumphant resurrection with this exciting Easter anthem by Lloyd Larson. A bold choral acclamation announces the news, with optional trumpet and handbells adding to the festive spirit. |
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| Joy and Elation:
Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP |
| The sparkling rhythms and memorable melody of this easy-to-learn original composition by Cynthia Dobrinski creates an exuberant, celebratory mood. |
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| Lamb of God:
Paris, Twila,Ryan, Michael,LC |
| This longtime Contemporary Christian favorite is now available in an easy 2–3 octave arrangement. |
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| My Song is Love Unknown:
Edwards, J.,Moklebust, C.,CG |
| RHOSYMEDRE is the hymn tune set for 3, 4 or 5 octaves in a gentle mood that turns harsh, corresponding to the place in which the text reads: "then Crucify is all their breath." Ninety measures in length. |
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| O Sacred Head Now Wounded:
Hassler, Hans Leo,Krug, Jason W.,BE |
| A transparent texture in slow and "melancholy" character along with optional 3 octaves of handchimes make this arrangement of the Hans Leo Hassler tune an excellent choice for the Lenten season. |
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| O Worship the King:
Lyons,McChesney, K.,BE |
| Commissioned in celebration of a 25th and 100th anniversary this setting of the hymn tune LYONS is triumphant and majestic. A lively, and driving introduction made up of sixteenth-note rhythms rung and malleted and continues throughout the work. The melody is found in upper and middle registers. 78 measures in length. |
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| Raise Your Joys and Triumphs High:
Various,Eithun, Sandra,LC |
| With bold harmonies, three triumphant tunes ("Easter Christ Arose," and "Coronation"), and an innovative recurring bell peal, the glory of resurrection morning is brought to a new level of joy. |
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| Rondeau from Abdelazer Suite:
Purcell, Henry,Griffin, William H.,BE |
| Henry Purcell's original work is here arranged for 3-5 octaves of bells (and 6-7 octaves of optional bass bells) and optional 3-5 octave chimes. The writing is clean and crisp and the texture open and dancing in 3/4 meter. |
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| Sail Away:
Ryan, Roma & Enya,McChesney, Kevin,HP |
| In the contemporary, secular world, the name Enya is synonymous with the song “Sail Away,” and Kevin McChesney introduces this popular song to the world of handbells. |
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| Spirit of the Living God:
Iverson, Daniel & Alexander, Lowell,Wagner, Douglas E.,LC |
| Here’s a very easy-to-prepare arrangement of a popular gentle praise song that speaks of the constant presence of the Spirit, guiding our steps and enfolding our lives. |
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| Staccato Giocoso:
Moklebust, Cathy,,CG |
| As the title implies, this original composition is a lively, light-hearted piece filled with staccato techniques throughout, such as mallets, plucking, thumb-damping, and martellato. |
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| Standing on the Promises of God:
Carter, R. Kelso,Sue, Larry,RW |
| Three octaves of optional handchimes lend color to Larry Sue's setting of the gospel hymn by R. Kelso Carter. |
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| Take It to the Lord in Prayer:
Various,Eithun, Sandra,HP |
| Emphasizing prayer and meditation, Sandra Eithun has crafted a usable, year-round setting drawing on a wealth of memorable hymns. |
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| There Is a Redeemer:
Green, Melody,Larson, Lloyd,LC |
| Equally effective when offered in a contemporary or traditional worship setting, ringers will keep this highly musical arrangement in their notebooks for presentation on many occasions throughout the church year. |
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| Were You There:
Traditional,Raney, Joel & Sherman, Arnold B.,HP |
| Reflective of the events of Holy Week, this quiet meditation on the traditional spiritual was initially arranged for solo piano by Joel Raney and adapted here for handbells with optional choir chimes, by Arnold Sherman. |
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| What Wondrous Love Is This:
Raney, Joel,Sherman, Arnold,HP |
| From Joel Raney's collection Piano Meditations for Communion, Arnold Sherman has adapted this setting for 3 to 5 octaves of handbells. |
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| With a Bold Voice:
Mazzatenta, Michael,,AG |
| Mr. Mazzatenta created this original work in honor of Elizabeth Bradford, a pioneer of handbells. |
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| With Cross and Banners:
Sullivan, Sir Arthur,Geschke, Susan E.,CP |
| With just the right mix of simple rhythms, special effects, and contrasting dynamics, this arrangement of the hymn tune ST. GERTRUDE is a good step-up piece from Level 1 to Level 2. |
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