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| All Creatures of Our God and King:
Traditional,Lamb, Linda,HP |
| A jubilant anthem of praise is made even more joyful in this mostly-malleted arrangement from Linda Lamb.
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| All Creatures of Our God and King:
Williams, Ralph Vaughan,Ingram, Bill,CP |
| Who would have ever thought that this great hymn could be effectively set as a Level 1 in 4/4 time? Bill Ingram's majestic arrangement does just that and makes this great praise hymn available to beginning ensembles. |
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| Alleluia He Lives:
Raney, Joel,,HP |
| For Easter Day, this spirited anthem by Joel Raney combines voices with organ or piano and optional brass and handbells in a glorious exclamation that the risen King lives! An appearance of Beethoven’s HYMN TO JOY in the middle section adds to the joyous effectiveness of this dynamic setting. |
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| All Glory Laud and Honor:
Hymn Tune,Dobrinski, Cynthia & Scholes, Linda,HP |
| Cynthia Dobrinski's arrangement of the tune ST. THEODULPH maintains excitement and energy from beginning to end with big chords and a sprinkling of shakes, martellatos, ring touches, swings, thumb damps, martellato lifts, and an echo, as well as a malleted section. |
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| All Things Bright and Beautiful:
English Tune,Tucker, Sondra,BE |
| Incorporating snippets of “He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands,” this fresh and lively arrangement is sure to become a favorite of your choir.
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| Amazing Grace My Chains Are Gone:
Traditional,Lamb, Linda,LC |
| Inspired by the 2006 movie "Amazing Grace," this fresh treatment of John Newton's iconic hymn makes a natural transition to the handbell idiom. |
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| America the Beautiful:
Traditional,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| Majestic and touching, this arrangement makes the perfect addition to any patriotic event. At times simple and peaceful, and at others bold and bombastic, this very solid arrangement will give ringers the chance to explore different moods and emotions as the piece explores different textures and keys. |
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| Be Still My Soul:
Sibelius, Jean,Line, Lorie & McChesney, Kevin,CG |
| "Be Still, My Soul" is one of the great hymns of the church, and Lorie Line's flowing and expressive setting creates a prayerful atmosphere. |
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| Be Thou My Vision:
Traditional Irish Melody,Larson, Lloyd,BE |
| This setting of the traditional Irish melody SLANE begins gently with great expressiveness. The piece focuses on the pure, rung sound of bells and contains no special techniques. Lots of chordal ringing is contrasted by flowing passages. |
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| Blest Be the Tie That Binds:
Traditional,McChesney, Kevin,RW |
| This simple and straight-forward setting of the beloved hymn comes together in just a few rehearsals and is also perfect for choirs ready to move up a level from beginning repertoire. |
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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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| Christ the Lord is Risen Today:
,Dobrinski, C.,HP |
| Combine forces of bells, organ, brass, trumpet, timpani, congregation with soprano descant. Bell part is generally easy. Brass ensemble consists of 2 trumpets and 2 trombones. |
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| Classical Easter:
Various,Helman, Michael,BE |
| HALLELUIA CHORUS, JUDAS MACCABEUS, and HYMN TO JOY are the titles included in this medley of Classical Easter tunes. Available for 2-3 octaves (level 2) and 3-6 octaves (level 2+) these two selections may be rung separately or together. Martellatos, shakes, and mallets are added to emphasize the joy of Easter. |
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| Come Christians Join to Sing:
Traditional,Krug, Jason,HP |
| Jason Krug’s vibrant arrangement of the tune MADRID is sure to delight both audiences and ringers alike. |
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| Gloria Hodie:
Various,McChesney, Kevin & Turner, Julie,JH |
| Rockin' out on old traditional carols? You bet! The carols in question – 'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime and On This Day Earth Shall Ring - are driven forward by a pulsing beat in the bass bells, with contrasting slower sections and optional handchimes providing even more listening interest. The total result is another winner from the team of Julie Turner and Kevin McChesney, sure to challenge your ringers and amaze your audience. |
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| He Is Exalted:
Paris, Twila,Ryan, Michael,LC |
| No subdivision of the beat or bell/chime changes are necessary in this spirited setting of a popular praise and worship standard. |
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| He's Got the Whole World:
Traditional,Stephenson, Valerie,CG |
| This arrangement of the well-known tune is all malleted, with mallet rolls on sustained notes. The mallet clicks are clearly explained and offer visual as well as aural interest. |
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| Holy Holy Holy:
Dykes, John B.,Eithun, Sandra,CG |
| Beginning ringers will enjoy incorporating shakes, thumb damps, mallets and martellatos into this energetic hymn setting. |
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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 Deep the Father's Love for Us:
Townend, Stuart,Bettcher, Peggy,HP |
| The ethereal sound of the "singing bell technique" is utilized in the opening and closing sections of Peggy Bettcher's effective arrangement of Stuart Townend's popular contemporary Lenten hymn. |
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| How Great Thou Art:
Hine, Stuart,Raney, Joel,HP |
| Considered to be one of the greatest texts and tunes from the 20th century, this classic hymn gives rise to the greatness that it invokes in worshiping God, our Creator. |
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| How Majestic Is Your Name:
Smith, Michael W.,Lamb, Linda R.,RP |
| This setting of the classic praise song by Michael W. Smith remains very true to the original. Linda Lamb’s arrangement is full and joyous, and your congregation is sure to love it. |
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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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| Joyful Joyful:
Beethoven, Ludwig van,McChesney, Kevin,RW |
| Once again, arranger Kevin McChesney has taken music from talented pianist and writer Lorie Line and brought its magic to handbells! This time, the traditional hymn "Joyful, Joyful" gets a very unique and contemporary treatment. |
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| Joyful Praise:
Geschke, Susan E.,,CG |
| The newest addition to the popular series of original pieces by Susan Geschke, this exciting composition is available in two fully compatible editions, making it ideal for massed ringing events. |
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| Just Dance:
Lady Gaga,Richards, Keith,HP |
| Lady Gaga’s first mega-hit with its catchy chorus and exciting rhythms is sure to appeal to any handbell ensemble, especially the youth ringers. |
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| Keep Your Lamps:
Spirituals,Glasgow, Michael,HP |
| This colorful setting of the traditional spiritual based on Matthew 25:1-13 features a bass line incorporating the spiritual “Elijah Rock.” Appealing in its variety this clever setting is sure to delight ringers and listeners alike. |
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| Laudare:
Wissinger, Kathleen,,CG |
| “Laudare” (Latin for “Praise”) is a selection that keeps all ringers actively involved throughout the piece. The few easy accidentals and the range of tempo possibilities allow this piece to serve ringers from beginners through early-intermediate levels. |
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| Morning Joy:
Buckwalter, Karen Lakey,,CG |
| Originally composed for a children's handbell choir, "Morning Joy" sparkles with its generous use of mallet techniques. Ringers of all ages will appreciate its simple but radiant effervescence, making it appropriate for use on most Sundays, including Easter morning! |
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| Nocturne No. 4 in C:
Helman, Michael,,BE |
| Subtitled “Song of Peace,” the beautiful melody and flowing accompaniment give way to a more frantic middle section before the melody returns in a triumphant manner.
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| Plink Plank Plunk:
Anderson, Leroy,Thompson, Martha Lynn,HP |
| Here is a fun-to-ring 3-5 octave arrangement of Leroy Anderson's novelty showcase, "Plink, Plank, Plunk" performed entirely with mallets (bells on the table) and an occasional mart. |
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| Precious Lord Take My Hand:
Dorsey, Thomas A.,Lamb, Linda,RO |
| From the talented pen of arranger Linda Lamb comes this beautiful arrangement of the “spiritual-like” hymn. |
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| Prelude on Thaxted:
Traditional,Helman, Michael,AG |
| Beautifully arranged as a commission by Area VII in honor of past Chair Alanna Taragawa, this setting of the powerful Holst tune, which has been used with a number of modern hymn texts, makes wonderful use of handbells and handchimes. |
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| Rejoice He Is Risen:
Moklebust, Cathy,,CG |
| Energy and joy abound in this original composition. While written for the Easter season, with its subtitle, "Rejoice in the Spirit," it is appropriate any time throughout the church year. The two compatible editions make this piece an excellent festival selection. |
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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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| Risen This Day:
Traditional,Ryan, Michael,LC |
| Ring out the good news of Easter morning with this resounding medley of three energetic hymn tunes. The familiar hymn tunes include, "Llanfair, Gelobt Sei Gott and Easter Hymn." |
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| Sway:
Ruiz, Pablo Beltran,Eithun, Sandra,HP |
| To honor their 25th year, San Francisco Area’s Bay Bells has commissioned this handbell setting of Pablo Beltran Ruiz’s well-known mambo tune, “Sway” (“Quien Sera”). |
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| This Is My Father's World:
Sheppard, Franklin,Page, Anna Laura,CG |
| Beginning choirs will enjoy the full chords and accompanying flute in this joyous arrangement of the familiar hymn. |
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| Timbrel and Dance:
McChesney, K., ,CG |
| Better to say, "on your mark, get set, go" than to give a downbeat for this fast-paced, energetic original composition from Kevin McChesney! Mallets using pulsing eighth notes in 3/4 time "primes the pump" and are soon joined by layers of sound and melody. Mallet rolls add their magic in a later passage before the "no holes barred" ending in measure 94. |
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| Time for Joy:
Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP |
| Your audience will not be able to guess that this new composition by Cynthia Dobrinski is rated a level 1+. |
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| You Raise Me Up:
Graham, Brendan & Lovland, Rolf,Raney, Joel,HP |
| This inspirational song was based on a traditional Irish tune and first appeared as an instrumental piece on the Secret Garden album "Once in a Red Moon." |
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