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| Abide With Me:
Monk, William,Moklebust, Cathy,CG |
| This arrangement of the tune EVENTIDE may be used for services centered on the themes of healing, hope, guidance, faith, and trust, as well as for compline, vespers, or other evening services. |
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| Allegro Con Moto:
Krug, Jason,,GI |
| Selected by the Handbell Musicians of America as a music example that showcases the best in the handbell art form, Allegro con moto (fast, with motion) is lively, upbeat, and full of rhythmic drive and melodic energy. |
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| Because He Lives:
Gaither, William,Raney, Joel,HP |
| The perfect opening to your Easter Day worship, this introit from Joel Raney on Gloria and Bill Gaither's beloved Easter hymn says it all, "Because he lives, I can face tomorrow." The 3-5 octave Handbell Part is included.
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| Be Thou My Vision:
Traditional Irish Melody,Thompson, Karen,GI |
| The enchanting singing bell technique introduced in the bass bells, coupled with a light ostinato in the upper bells warmly sets an appealing backdrop to the esteemed Irish melody. |
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| Bound for Glory:
Various,Waldrop, T.,AP |
| "This Train Is Bound for Glory" and "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" are the two spirituals which comprise the setting and includes optional sandblocks as the "choo-choo" sound. |
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| Calypso on He Leadeth Me:
Bradbury, William,Waldrop, Tammy,HP |
| “Calypso on ‘He Leadeth Me’” is a happy and care-free rendition of the William Bradbury hymn tune. |
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| Celebrate With Joy:
Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP |
| Written in memory and celebration of the life a 12 year old, Cynthia Dobrinski's original composition with its jaunty theme and interspersed lyrical lines captures a joyfully celebratory and mildly contemporary mood, which will be welcomed by both youth and adult choirs alike. |
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| Celebration on Azmon:
Traditional,Childers, Brian,LC |
| Opening with a bright, contemporary fanfare, this energetic work presents a popular hymn tune in creative rhythmic, lyric, and chord-based variations. |
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| Dona Nobis Pacem:
Traditional Canon,McChesney, Kevin,CG |
This arrangement of "Dona Nobis Pacem" was the first-prize-winner in an internet arranging contest created by internationally renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and sponsored by Sony Music and Indaba Music in 2009.
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| Easter Joy:
Various,Helman, Michael,LC |
| Greet Resurrection morning with this exciting arrangement of three beloved Easter hymns that lets your ringers shine and offers the opportunity to feature a trumpet soloist or brass quintet. The tunes included in this stunning setting are "Llanfair, Duke Street, and St Kevin." |
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| Enduring Joy:
Dobrinski, Cynthia ,,HP |
| Abounding with energy and lilting in spirit, master composer, Cynthia Dobrinski, has crafted this joy-filled original composition for 3-6 octaves of handbells. The inspiration comes from the scriptural reference "the joy of the Lord is your strength." |
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| Everlasting God:
Brown, Brenton & Riley, Ken,Bettcher, Peggy,HP |
| Rhythmic drive and energy prevail throughout this exciting Peggy Bettcher arrangement of “Everlasting God,” a popular Brown and Riley contemporary praise song whose text is based on Isaiah 40:28-31. |
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| Fanfare and Reflection:
Krug, Jason,,AG |
| Winner of the 2011 Area 2 Young Ringers Composition Contest, "Fanfare and Reflection" begins with dramatic crescendo shakes, followed by a triumphal original tune. |
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| Fantasia on Ebenezer:
Traditional,Waldrop, Tammy,LC |
| This rhythmically interesting and strong arrangement of the tune EBENEZER includes martellato, martellato lifts, and malleting that will make this piece a favorite for your ringers. |
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| First Noel:
English Carol,Moklebust, Cathy,JH |
| The passionate writing of Cathy Moklebust comes through in this setting of the traditional carol, written for The Raleigh Ringers Series for advanced choirs. |
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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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| Go Tell It on the Mountain:
Spiritual,Duncan, Andrew,AG |
| Make your Christmas celebration come alive with this fun and compelling arrangement of "Go, Tell It On the Mountain." |
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| Grand March:
Turner, Julie,,JH |
| This Julie Turner original is perfect for youth groups, developing choirs, or any handbell ensemble looking for a fun piece that can be worked up in a relatively short amount of rehearsal time. |
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| Grazioso:
Sherman, A., ,RR |
| The texture of this expressive work starts simply and then builds into a strong, fully-scored section. This section is abruptly followed by a passage of etheral sound produced by echo and mallets on suspended bells techniques. The opening material returns and builds to a strong finish. |
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| He Knows My Name:
Bradbury, William & Walker, Tommy,Lamb, Linda,RP |
| Linda Lamb's setting of the popular praise song by Tommy Walker is beautifully simple, with optional handchimes providing both contrast and added interest. |
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| I Want Jesus to Walk With Me:
Traditional Spiritual,Waldrop, Tammy,HP |
| From arranger Tammy Waldrop here is a rhythmic, soulful setting of this popular spiritual. Staccato sections contrast with smooth sustained passages featuring optional chimes. |
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| Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho:
Traditional,Thompson, Martha Lynn,HP |
| For all of those 4 and 5 octave young ringers' choirs who have a difficult time finding fun, playable but interesting music in that octave range your search is over! Full texture, lots of fun techniques and a moderate tempo combine to make this piece a winner. Of course, more skilled choir would enjoy "ringing the walls down" as well! |
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| Joy and Celebration:
Afdahl, Lee J.,,AG |
| This exciting original work for three, four, or five octaves of handbells and three or five octaves of optional handchimes features idiomatic writing with LVs, echoes, and bell peals that make this piece fun to ring and hear. |
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| Just A Closer Walk:
Miles, C. Austin,Stephenson, Valerie,CG |
| This spirited arrangement includes a great walking bass line for the bass bell ringers, along with gyros, shakes and lots of malleting for all. |
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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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| Lead On O King Eternal:
Smart, Henry,Krug, Jason,AG |
| The melody is given to both treble and bass bells, interspersed with strong chords and dramatic mart lifts in this well-crafted arrangement of a powerful tune. |
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| Leaning on the Everlasting Arms:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,LC |
| This beloved hymn tune is given a fresh treatment in this accessible, up-beat arrangement. |
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| Lift High the Cross:
Nicholson,Dobrinski, C.,HP |
| Commissioned for a church anniversary, Dobrinski captures the triumphant spirit of this grand hymn tune. It is good for any festive occasion. |
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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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| Meditation on Beautiful Savior:
,Moklebust, C.,CG |
| The flavor of this piece is truly meditative with variations in tempo from freely to steady time to broadly; with grandeur. |
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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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| 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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| Prayer:
Sager, Carole Bayer & Foster, David,Raney, Joel,HP |
| This inspirational song was made famous by singers Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli and in 1999 won David Foster the Golden Globe Award for best song of the year. Set for 3 to 5 octave handbells and optional 3 to 5 octave handchimes and sythesizer, arranger Joel Raney captures the serene beauty of this powerful ballad. The synthesizer strings part is included. |
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| Prelude on Austrian Hymn:
Haydn, Franz Joseph,Atteberry, John,GI |
| John Atteberry’s "Prelude on Austrian Hymn" is a solid, majestic arrangement of Haydn’s melody found in most hymnals with the title, “Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken". |
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| Reflection on Holy Manna:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,LC |
| Beginning and ending with singing bell technique, tender echoes of a well-loved early American hymn tune ring out to touch the heart and soothe the soul. |
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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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| Resounding Jubilation:
Edwards, Dan,,AG |
| The title of this catchy, original piece says it all, and its memorable melody will be a resounding success, providing great jubilation. |
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| Rolling In the Deep:
Adkins, Adele & Epworth, Paul,Hanson, Nicholas ,HP |
| British singer-songwriter Adele had the largest crossover hit in the United States in the past 25 years with this blues, gospel chart topper. Nicholas A. Hanson's masterful transcription translates perfectly to handbells. |
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| Sleep In Heavenly Peace:
Gruber, Franz,Krug, Jason,BE |
| Jason Krug makes liberal use of the singing bell technique in this beautiful arrangement of “Silent Night.” A perfect finale for a candlelit Christmas Eve service. |
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| Tune My Heart to Sing Thy Praise:
Traditional,Tucker, Sondra,LC |
| Don't allow the 10/8 time signature to scare you away from this bold, energetic arrangement of the American hymn-tune NETTLETON. The repetitive nature of the rhythmic patterns in the first half of this piece will make the rhythm easier for ensembles to master. |
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| Wondrous Love Was There:
Various,Eithun, Sandra,RO |
| Arranger Sandra Eithun beautifully combines “What Wondrous Love is This” with “Were You There When They Crucified My Lord” to create a very effective Lenten piece. |
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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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