Handbell World | Hot 40 for June 24, 2024 through July 1, 2024

Ah Holy Jesus

Cruger, Johann, arr. Mazzatenta, Michael, Jubilate Music Group

This contemplative setting of HERZLIEBSTER JESU is accessible and compelling for quiet moments in the season of Lent and beyond.

Ah Holy Jesus

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MJMG1332	3-5 oct HB with opt 3-5 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Allegro

Dobrinski, Cynthia, Hope Publishing Co.

This original composition is full of lively techniques making it exciting from start to finish. A great option for a worship service, festival, or concert.

Allegro

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MHP2958	3-5 oct HB	$6.25 $5.63		10%

Amazing Grace

Traditional, arr. Eithun, Sandra, Red River Music

Sandra Eithun's ethereal Level 2 setting of "Amazing Grace" artfully employs the Singing Bell technique.

Amazing Grace

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MRRBL5056	3 to 6 Octave Handbells with Optional 3 Octave Handchimes.	$4.50 $4.05		10%

Bells of Freedom

Schmidt, Jon, arr. Peck, Chris, From the Top Music

Composer, Jon Schmidt, was inspired to create this original piano work in celebration of the fall of the Berlin Wall. He wanted to recreate a 'wash' of sound heard that day from the bells ringing throughout the countryside.

Bells of Freedom

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MFM20409	3-6 Oct HB	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Beyond the Horizon

Radford, Betty B., From the Top Music

This 'tone poem' (mood sequence) is a series of musical themes describing a quest for peace: anticipation, a vision, apprehension or angst, grandeur, reflection, returning to the vision, and ultimately, resolution and peace prevailing.

Beyond the Horizon

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MFM20685HB	3-7 oct HB with 3 oct HC and opt Percussion	$4.95 $4.46	10%
MFM20685M	Full Score	$5.95 $5.36	10%
MFM20685P	Percussion Part	$2.25 $2.03	10%

Built on the Rock

Lindeman, Ludwig M., arr. McChesney, Kevin, AGEHR Publishing

Commissioned in honor of Area 7 chair Karen Van Wert, this setting by Kevin McChesney is a creative rendering of the hymn tune KIRKEN. Throughout the arrangement, snippets of the hymn text are included in the score, calling to mind the inspiration for that section of music. This setting utilizes 3-5 octaves of bells with optional bell trees.

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MAG35388	3-5 Oct HB with Opt 3-5 Oct Bell Trees	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Come Christians Join to Sing

Hymn Tune, arr. Compton, Matthew, Evergreen Music

Matthew Compton has given us a rhythmic, light-hearted arrangement of the tune MADRID. Easy to learn and simply fun, this arrangement can be used throughout the year!

Come Christians Join to Sing

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MEGM116	3-6 oct HB with opt 3-6 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Come Just As You Are

Sabolick, Joseph, arr. Ingram, Bill, Ring Praise Publications

Based on an anthem by Joseph Sabolick and arranged for bells by Bill Ingram, this setting features smooth-flowing LVed passages that give way to chordal texture with the melody in upper octaves.

Come Just As You Are

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MRP7546	3-5 oct HB	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Common Thread

Eithun, Sandra, G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

There is much disturbance in our world and in our country. But this original work was composed to remind everyone that we all have a pulse in our wrists. It is what we have in common. This pulse is part of all humanity. It is our common thread.

Common Thread

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MGIG10781	3-7 oct HB with opt 3-7 oct HC	$5.50 $4.95		10%

Courage and Grace

Joy, Michael W. , Hope Publishing Co.

This dynamic original composition for 3-6 octave handbells was commissioned by The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Composer Michael Joy took the school’s motto, "Courage for the deed and grace for the doing", as inspiration.

Courage and Grace

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MHP3030	3-6 oct HB	$6.50 $5.85		10%

Danza

Susato, Tielman, arr. McChesney, Kevin, Jeffers Publishing

2-3 octaves of bells, rung in chordal texture with lots of "spicy" techniques thrown in are only part of the overall "sound ensemble" of this tune originally written by T. Susato. Keyboard, percussion, and brass contribute as well in the joyful mood.

Danza

Item #	Detail	Price	Disc
MJHS9228	2-3 oct HB with keyboard, brass, and timpani	$3.75 $3.38	10%
MJHS9228B	inst parts (2 Bb trumpets, Horn in F, Trombone, Tuba, Timpani)	$10.00 $6.00	40%
MJHS9228K	keyboard part	$4.00 $3.60	10%
MJHS9228P	percussion part	$5.00 $4.50	10%
MJHS9422	4-6 oct HB with keyboard, brass, and timpani	$3.25 $1.95	40%
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Eternity's Timepiece - Yellowstone

Krug, Jason W., Lorenz Corp.

Incorporating the hymn tune DIX, this moving program piece from Jason W. Krug invokes the feelings of wonder and awe that visitors viewing the geysers in Yellowstone National Park experience.

Eternity's Timepiece - Yellowstone

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MLC202135L	3-6 oct HB with opt 3-6 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Everything to God In Prayer

Converse, Charles C. and Bradbury, William, arr. Mallory, Ron, Jubilate Music Group

This meditative arrangement by Ron Mallory combines "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" with "Sweet Hour of Prayer".

Everything to God In Prayer

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MJMG1142	3-5 oct HB with opt 2 oct HC	$5.25 $4.73		10%

Fantasy on All Creatures of Our God and King

Hymn Tune, arr. Eithun, Sandra, G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Sandra Eithun has arranged an impressive free form variation of this hallowed German hymn. Her imaginative use of chimes with bells presents an engaging musical fantasy.

Fantasy on All Creatures of Our God and King

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MGIG10915	3-5 oct HB with opt 5-7 oct HC	$5.50 $4.95		10%

For Everyone Born

Mann, Brian, arr. Eithun, Sandra, Lorenz Corp.

Sandra Eithun masterfully arranged this popular tune from Brian Mann. The text upon which the piece is based speaks to God’s hospitality towards mankind and to His desire for everyone to come to the Communion table and inspire justice and peace in the world.

For Everyone Born

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MLC202141L	3-7 Oct HB with Opt 3-5 Oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Hashivenu (Rise Up and Sing)

Traditional Israeli Folk Song, arr. Austin, Brenda E., Hope Publishing Co.

This traditional Israeli folk song is a song of resilience. It begins with a mournful setting on handchimes and moves into an up-tempo section that uses mallets and thumb damps.

Hashivenu (Rise Up and Sing)

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MHP3028	3-6 oct HB with opt 3-5 oct HC	$6.50 $5.85	10%
MHP3047	2-3 oct HB with opt 2-3 oct HC	$6.50 $5.85	10%

He Is Born How Great Our Joy

Various, arr. Austin, Brenda E., Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Brenda Austin has deftly combined the tunes "How Great Our Joy"; "He Is Born, the Holy Child"; and "Joy to the World" in this festive medley celebrating the birth of the Christ child.

He Is Born How Great Our Joy

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MBEHB708	3-6 Oct HB	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Here I Am Lord

Schutte, Daniel L., arr. Eithun, Sandra, Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Sandra Eithun's arrangement of the beloved Daniel Schutte tune highlights the reassuring message of this popular hymn. Utilizing optional handchimes, the contrasting sections evoke the text of each verse.

Here I Am Lord

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MBEHB766	3-5 (6) oct HB with opt 3-4 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Inception

Krug, Jason W., Lorenz Corp.

Jason Krug's exciting original work is a wonderful teaching piece for ensembles working on eighth-note and dotted-quarter-and-eighth-note patterns. The repeating rhythmic accompaniment, which is shared by all ringers, helps reduce learning time.

Inception

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MLC202020L	3-5 oct HB	$5.50 $4.95	10%
MLC202021L	2-3 oct HB	$5.50 $4.95	10%

In the Bleak Midwinter

Holst, Gustav, arr. Austin, Brenda E., Lorenz Corp.

Gustav Holst’s haunting tune CRANHAM receives sensitive treatment from the ever-creative Brenda Austin. The optional handchimes effectively highlight the melodic material.

In the Bleak Midwinter

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MLC201900L	3-6 oct HB w opt 3-5 oct HC	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Into the Light

Winter, Sandra, Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

This original tune was written for the 21st International Handbell Symposium in Hamamatsu, Japan. Lush, flowing lines and haunting melodies make this piece a stunning addition to the handbell repertoire.

Into the Light

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MBEHB808	3-7 Oct HB and 2 Oct HC with Opt Chime Tree or Mark Tree	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Joyous Jubilee

Heinlein, Brian, AGEHR Publishing

An original piece by a new composer to the AGEHR catalogue that contrasts major against minor. Echoes, mallet work, and bell peals are used effectively in this very accessible and fun Level 2 piece.

Joyous Jubilee

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MAG35367	3-5 Oct HB	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Joyous Spirit

Stephenson, V., Red River Music

Glad remembrance is shown in this original work written in memory of a beloved preschool teacher. The melody is strong and positive, but a bit of the bittersweet comes out in the accompaniment with its lowered VI and VII chords.

Joyous Spirit

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MRRBL5019		$4.50 $4.05		10%

Just Messin Around

Morris, Hart, Red River Music

This original piece is vintage Hart Morris, full of interesting rhythms and bluesy melodies and mostly just a joy to play, hear, and experience. This show-stopper is sure to add sparkle and fun to your next concert and would make an excellent encore as well.

Just Messin Around

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MRRG0013	3-5 Oct HB	$4.95 $4.46	10%
MRRG0013FS	Full Score with Opt Bb Clarinet, Bass and Drums	$20.00 $18.00	10%

Kingsfold Te Deum

Various, arr. Tucker, Sondra K., Jubilate Music Group

"Kingsfold Te Deum" is powerful and intense; however, it is not a hard ring.

Kingsfold Te Deum

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MJMG1338	3-6 oct HB	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Lord of the Dance

Shaker melody, arr. Carter, Sydney; Krug, Jason W., Hope Publishing Co.

Join the celebration with Jason Krug's fresh arrangement of Sydney Carter's enchanting hymn based on the Shaker tune "Simple Gifts".

Lord of the Dance

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MHP2997	3-5 oct HB	$6.25 $5.63	10%
MHP3043	2-3 oct HB	$6.25 $5.63	10%

Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence

Sakamoto, Ryuichi , arr. Lim, Jasmin and Damien, Ministry of Bellz Limited

"Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence" is a 1983 instrumental work by BAFTA, Golden Globe, Grammy & Academy Awards-winning Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto (1952–2023), recorded for the film of the same name.

This piece was selected as the choice piece by the Handbell Ringers of Singapore for the 2024 International Handbell Symposium at Hamamatsu (Japan).

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MMBPH5SG	5 oct HB with 3 oct HC and opt Yamaha Electrone STAGEA, bass guitar, and perc	$4.50 $4.05		10%

Mister Sandman

Ballard, Pat, arr. Mallory, Ron, Red River Music

This rhythmic arrangement of the all-time swing classic "Mister Sandman" is fun, fun, fun! Change the name to "Mister Santa" and now it fits perfectly into your next holiday concert.

Mister Sandman

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MRRBL5105	3-5 oct HB with opt 3 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Morning Light

Various, arr. Berryman, Stephanie, From the Top Music

Composer Jon Schmidt took a theme by Carl Sandquist and created this lovely piece – of which he said, “Playing this song is like playing the sunrise.” Stephanie has adapted it beautifully for 5 octaves handbells.

Morning Light

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MFM20347	5 Oct HB	$4.25 $3.83		10%

My Spirit's Gonna Shine

Spiritual, arr. Edwards, Dan, Composers Music Co.

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.

My Spirit's Gonna Shine

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MCP7044	3 or 5 Octave Handbells with Optional Mallets	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Peace

Kramer, Joshua, AGEHR Publishing

This musically simple, yet extremely powerful original lullaby embodies the meaning of its title, "Peace."

Peace

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MAG35339	3-5 Oct HB	$4.50 $4.05		10%

Prayer for the Innocents

Helman, Michael, Lorenz Corp.

In response to the tragic shootings in Orlando on June 12, 2016, and for all who have lost loved ones due to hate, intolerance, and violence, Michael Helman composed this emotional original work. Appropriate for worship, festivals, concerts, or times of remembrance.

Prayer for the Innocents

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MLC201964L	3-6 Oct HB w Opt 3-6 Oct HC	$5.50 $4.95		10%

Psalm 139

Gramann, Fred, Choristers Guild

Psalm 139 is among those which are addressed to the "leader" or "choirmaster". The language assures us that God knows us thoroughly and in all situations, doing so by employing contrasting ideas: 'when I sit / when I rise'; 'if I go up to the heavens / if I make my bed in the depths'; 'If I rise on the wings of the dawn / surely the darkness of night will hide me.'

Psalm 139

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MCGB1276	3-5 oct HB	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Realms of Glory

Various, arr. Compton, Matthew, Hope Publishing Co.

Combining "Angels from the Realms of Glory" and "Angels We Have Heard on High", this accessible, joyful arrangement is further enhanced with optional parts for hand drum, tambourine, and clarinet.

Realms of Glory

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MHP2922	3-6 oct HB with opt percussion and clarinet	$6.50 $5.85	10%
MHP2922P	Full Score and Instrument Parts	$22.95 $20.66	10%

Recollection

Waugh, Timothy, Choristers Guild

Selected for the 17th International Handbell Symposium 2016 in Vancouver, Canada, Recollection is a soothing, lyrical composition with flexible instrumental options. Recollection is excellent for teaching musicality and expressive musicianship.

Recollection

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MCGB973	Full Score/Inst	$11.95 $10.76	10%
MCGB974	3-5 Oct HB or HC w/Opt Instr	$4.50 $4.05	10%

Ring Together Patriotic

Various, arr. McChesney, Kevin, Jeffers Publishing

Ringers will enjoy showing their patriotism with this installment of the Ring Together Series.

Selections include: "The Star-Spangled Banner", "Battle Hymn of the Republic", "America the Beautiful", "National Hymn", and "My Country 'Tis of Thee".

Ring Together Patriotic

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MJHS9318	2-3 oct HB or HC Collection	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Shades of Forest Green

arr. Waugh, T., Ring Out Press

This setting of the familiar English melody is contemplative and mystical and is especially effective during Advent and Christmas. Mallets and finger cymbals are widely used throughout.

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MRO2115	HB/Opt Finger Cymbals	$4.50 $4.05		10%

Simplicity

Compton, Matthew, Evergreen Music

Matthew Compton’s "Simplicity" was written for a dear friend who exemplifies humility, love, and kindness. This piece is a very accessible work that any group can put together in just a few rehearsals!

Simplicity

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MEGM109	3-6 oct HB with 3-7 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Song of Celebration

Austin, Brenda E., Hope Publishing Co.

This original composition is accessible at Level 2, and includes many stopped techniques. Ideal for festival or any celebratory occasion.

Song of Celebration

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MHP3051	3-5 oct HB with opt 2 oct HC	$6.25 $5.63		10%

Spiritus Sanctus

Compton, Matthew, Choristers Guild

"Spiritus Sanctus" is inspired by Hildegard von Bingen’s poem of the same name. The poem speaks of the Holy Spirit 'giving life to all life', 'moving all creatures', 'washing them clean', 'healing their wounds' and 'awakening the heart from its ancient sleep'. The ideas of life and movement are conveyed through tempo and key changes, as well as through various techniques.

Spiritus Sanctus

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MCGB1167	3-7 oct HB with opt 3 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Take Time in Life

Liberian Folk Song, arr. Ashurst, S. Greig, Hope Publishing Co.

"Take time in life. Take time in life. Take time in life 'cause you got far way to go. I was passing by my brother called to me. And he said to me you better take time in life." This work is based on a Liberian folk song and is a celebration of living life to its fullest.

Take Time in Life

Item #	Detail	Price	Disc
MHP2953	3-5 oct HB with opt 3-5 oct HC and percussion	$6.50 $5.85	10%
MHP2953P	Full Score and Percussion Parts	$22.95 $20.66	10%

Wade In the Water

Traditional Spiritual, arr. Tucker, Benjamin, Alfred Handbell /
Jubilate Music Group

Combining this well-known spiritual with a fast, yet "bluesy" feel creates a fun and exciting experience for players and listeners alike.

Wade In the Water

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MAP45230	3-5 oct HB with opt 3 oct HC	$4.99 $4.49		10%

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