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| Almighty:
Watson, Wayne,McChesney, Kevin,RP |
| This bright, energetic setting of Wayne Watson's contemporary classic is easy to master and will set your contemporary or blended worship service on fire!
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| Amazing Grace:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,RR |
| Sandra Eithun's ethereal Level 2 setting of "Amazing Grace" artfully employs the Singing Bell technique. |
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| And He Never Said a Word:
Various,Ryan, Michael,LC |
| Set in d minor with only a few bell or chime changes (F sharp/C sharp), this interwoven tapestry of two reflective seasonal hymn tunes creates an emotional, mournful backdrop for meditation and prayer. |
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| Beautiful Savior:
Traditional,Stephenson, Valerie,LC |
| Full of variety and compositional color, this superb setting of a much-loved hymn tune makes full use of the natural sounds of the instrument. |
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| Bells of Easter Morning:
Various,Wagner, Douglas E.,LC |
| In contrast to the loud trumpeting of Easter morning, this delightful work focuses on the quiet joys of Christ's resurrection. |
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| Beneath the Cross of Jesus:
Traditional,Krug, Jason,BE |
| 13 optional handchimes in the upper 3 octave range add their ambiance to this reflective, poignant rendition of the hymn tune ST CHRISTOPHER. The score is open and light with flowing eighth-note accompaniment throughout most of the 76 measures. |
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| Be Thou My Vision:
Traditional Irish Melody,Page, Anna Laura,CG |
| This gentle Irish melody begins quietly with a calm, harmonic accompaniment played with optional handchimes. |
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| Blessed Assurance:
Knapp, Phoebe P.,Eithun, Sandra,CG |
| Listeners will immediately be captivated with a bold opening fanfare and a strong, straightforward tune in this setting of the familiar hymn. |
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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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| Celtic Grace:
Geschke, Susan,,HP |
| Weaving together original melodies with phrases from “Amazing Grace,” Susan Geschke’s latest piece reflects a sense of quiet joy with a Celtic flavor. |
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| Crown Him Lord of All:
Various,Larson, Lloyd,LC |
| In the style of a brilliant symphonic overture, three robust hymn tunes ring forth with strength and conviction. The highly recognizable tunes, "Diademata" (Crown Him With Many Crowns), "Darwall's 148th" (Rejoice the Lord is King), and "Coronation" (All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name), will be loved by the congregation and ringers alike. |
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| Crown of Thorns Crown of Glory:
Various,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| Two hymn tunes--"O Sacred Head Now Wounded" and "Crown Him with Many Crowns"--are combined into a moving and glorious arrangement for Lent, Holy Week or Easter. |
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| For the Beauty of the Earth:
Traditional,Frizzell, J.D.,AG |
| AGEHR is proud to add J. D. Frizzell to our roster of fine handbell composers with his new work, “For the Beauty of the Earth.” |
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| Gospel Ring:
Various,Page, Anna Laura,BE |
| This energetic selection combines two upbeat gospel hymns, "When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder" and "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms." Full of dotted rhythms, staccato effects and harmonic changes, your ringers should enjoy working on this challenge. |
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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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| Hosanna:
Various,McChesney, Kevin,LC |
| With so much music to prepare for Lent, Holy Week, and Easter in such a short period of time, directors will appreciate the ease at which this masterful arrangement is made ready for performance. The tunes included are, "All Glory Laud and Honor, Hosanna Loud Hosanna, and Ride on Ride on in Majesty!" |
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| Hosanna and Hallelujah:
Various,Raney, Joel,HP |
| The shouts of Palm Sunday “hosannas” are joyously announced in this collaboration from Cindy Ovokaitys and Kevin Thomson, arranged by Joel Raney. |
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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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| Hymn of Promise:
Sleeth, Natalie,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| Cynthia Dobrinski’s new arrangement of Natalie Sleeth’s endearing hymn treats each of the three verses with a distinct approach that variously utilizes suspended bells played by mallets, vibrato, thumb damps, echoes, and optional 3-6 octave handchimes. |
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| I'm Just a Poor Wayfaring Stranger:
Appalachian Folk Melody,Waldrop, Tammy,HP |
| This arrangement invokes the style of American Mountain and Bluegrass music. |
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| I've Got Peace Like a River:
Traditional,Stephenson, Valerie,HP |
| Valerie Stephenson begins this setting by combining the unique singing bell technique on the lower bells with the melody on lower (optional) handchimes and wind chimes, and establishes an ethereal, serene mood. |
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| Jesus Christ Is Risen Today:
Williams, Robert,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| Cynthia Dobrinski’s joyful and creative rendition of the LLANFAIR tune is full of variety and excitement. If you are looking for something fresh, upbeat and distinctive for the Easter season, you will be delighted with this arrangement. |
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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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| King of Kings and Lord of Lords:
Ancient Hebrew Melody,Thompson, Martha Lynn,HP |
| This lively, fun to ring setting from Martha Lynn Thompson is based on an ancient Hebrew melody. |
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| Let Us Rejoice:
Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP |
| In this refreshing original composition, Cynthia Dobrinski has written exciting, equally interesting versions for choirs of any size from 2 to 6 octaves. |
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| Mighty to Save:
Morgan, Reuben & Fielding, Ben,Bettcher, Peggy,HP |
| Rhythmic drive and energy prevail throughout this popular praise song arrangement. Optional parts for electric guitar, electric bass and drum kit support the contemporary flavor. |
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| My Spirit's Gonna Shine:
Spiritual,Edwards, Dan,CP |
| Dan Edwards skillfully blends “Every Time I Feel the Spirit” with “This Little Light of Mine” in this joyful arrangement that makes use of an interesting variety of techniques. |
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| Nearer My God to Thee:
Mason, Lowell,Geschke, Susan,CG |
| Rising like a gentle prayer, this expressive setting of an old favorite is fresh and memorable. |
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| Near the Cross:
Various,Sherman, Arnold,HP |
| Fanny Crosby’s hymn text, “Near the Cross,” is a meaningful, devotional prayer that is especially useful for the Lenten season or communion service. |
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| Percussive Praise:
McChesney, K.,,CG |
| This vibrant piece is played entirely with mallets. Appropriate for secular or sacred settings. Boomwhackers can be used with this title. |
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| Prayer for Peace:
Helman, M., ,AG |
| This piece "is dedicated to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington DC, and Pennsylvania on 9/11/01." |
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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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| Raise a Loud Hosanna:
Traditional,McDonald, Mary,LC |
| Continuing her acclaimed hymn-concertato series, Mary McDonald has crafted a setting of the traditional tune ELLACOMBE guaranteed to become a staple for Palm Sunday worship. |
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| Renewed Spirit:
Mazzatenta, Michael,,AG |
| This AGEHR Area XII Composition Contest winner is a lilting original piece that will lift the spirits of ringers and listeners alike. |
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| Soon and Very Soon:
Crouch, A.,Morris, H.,HP |
| The easy rock feel of this gospel favorite is preserved in this exciting arrangement from Hart Morris. |
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| Standing on the Promises:
Carter, R. Kelso,Lamb, Linda,RO |
| With driving rhythm throughout, this great “Americana” hymn sparkles. The dotted eighth-sixteenth note pattern so familiar in this melody is used throughout, and a section with optional handchimes adds nice contrast. |
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| Sweet Spirit:
Various,Ingram, Bill,RO |
| Using “Sweet, Sweet Spirit” and “Spirit of the Living God”, this full-bodied arrangement also makes good use of optional handchimes-–both to emphasize melody and as accompaniment. |
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| They'll Know We Are Christians:
Scholtes, Peter,Akers, Michael E.,LC |
| Written during Peter Scholtes's pastorate at St. Brendan's church on Chicago's South Side in the 1960s, this captivating folk hymn has enjoyed worldwide popularity ever since. |
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| This Little Light of Mine:
Spiritual,Moats, William,CG |
| This delightful arrangement of the familiar spiritual is divided into two major sections with different tempos and meters. The piece is fun to ring, and the use of mallets and stopped techniques adds to the energy and excitement. |
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| When Jesus Wept:
Billings, W.,Wagner, D.,BE |
| Based on a canon by William Billings, this setting is for 2-part chorus and keyboard with optional handbells. |
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| You Are My All In All:
Jernigan, Dennis,Ingram, Bill,RP |
| Bill Ingram's easy setting of this worship song by Dennis L. Jernigan uses handbells and optional handchimes. |
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