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Allegretto Festivo

Kerr, J. Wayne, From the Top Music

This delightful, original music has an engaging melody and features a variety of bell techniques – perfect for youth and adults who are expanding their ringing skills.

Allegretto Festivo

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MFM20832	3-4 oct HB	$4.25 $3.83		10%

This original and melodic work is perfect for that calm moment in a concert or during worship. Written in d-minor, it is mostly rung but features several echoes, a few gentle mart-lifts, and LV passages.

Arioso In D Minor

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MFM20833	3-4 oct HB	$4.25 $3.83		10%

As We Journey Together

Bowman, Christopher, From the Top Music

The lovely music is the handbell setting of an original hymn written by Christopher Bowman. The lyrical melody is beautiful and the entire work is very engaging. Written in Db major with a transition to D major, it is mostly Rung and the addition of LV, echo, plus suspended and table mallets which will engage and inspire the listener.

As We Journey Together

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MFM20838	5 oct HB	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Awake My Heart With Gladness

Cruger, Johann, arr. Ristow, Caitlin, From the Top Music

Caitlin Ristow has created a fabulous handbell setting of Johann Cruger’s hymn - AUF, AUF, MEIN HERZ. It opens with glorious LV handbell peals and features the melody in different ranges throughout. This would be a perfect work to open worship on Easter Sunday – or any celebratory occasion!

Awake My Heart With Gladness

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MFM20830	5-6 oct HB	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Bundle of Joy from Inside Out

Giacchino, Michael, arr. Ujifusa, Daniel, From the Top Music

This lovely music is from the score of the Disney/Pixar film Inside Out – based on a young girl as her life moves from infancy to pre-teen. The changes and emotions she experiences are represented by colors and the first emotion she experiences as an infant is Joy (yellow) – expressed by this title.

Bundle of Joy from Inside Out

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MFM20844	5-6 oct HB with opt 2 oct HC	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Cabaret Carnival

Meyer, Kurt, From the Top Music

Kurt describes this work as "cabaret rhythm meets Joplin rag" and it is thoroughly engaging, clever, delightful, and beautifully crafted. It has many stopped sounds including table mallet, mart, mart-lift, and RT, all of which should be executed cleanly and without too much force so the music just dances along – somewhat like a child happily skipping through the carnival that came to town.

Cabaret Carnival

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MFM20834	5-7 oct HB with 5 oct HC	$6.25 $5.63		10%

Carillon

Bizet, Georges, arr. Blanton, M. Thomas, From the Top Music

Thomas Blanton has done a masterful job of creating a handbell adaptation of this movement from Bizet’s 1872 orchestral work. The opening is immediately engaging with the mart-lift pattern of G#-E-F# scored in a separate staff – representing a carillon sounding its joyful tones.

Carillon

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MFM20837	5-7 oct HB with 5-7 oct HC	$6.25 $5.63		10%

Crucible, The

Onstead, Caleb J., From the Top Music

"The Crucible" is a thrilling challenge from the pen of composer Caleb J. Onstead. Receiving an Honorable Mention in the 2023 David Davidson Composition Contest, this piece of music takes ringers to new heights. Written in two sections, the Prelude sees ringers encounter mixed meter and flurries of 16th notes, while a spirited Toccata makes up the rest of this work. This is a definite "must-have" title for the most advanced groups to enjoy!

Crucible, The

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM20813	5-8 oct HB with opt 5-7 oct HC	$6.25 $5.63		10%

Grace

Stroobach, Erwin, From the Top Music

"Grace" is a fitting title as it has a lovely, lyrical and engaging melody that 'gracefully' flows in the piano accompaniment as well. It is rung throughout with a few echoes included. This is a wonderful and accessible work that will be a favorite in your quartet repertoire.

Grace

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MFM1188	3 oct HB Quartet with Piano (reproducible)	$14.95 $13.46		10%

Great Is Thy Faithfulness

Runyan, William M., arr. Mazzatenta, Michael, From the Top Music

This creative and dynamic setting of the favorite hymn is for a handbell quartet and piano in equal importance, with the parts alternating between verses and refrains, ultimately joining together on the final refrain.

Great Is Thy Faithfulness

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MFM1192	2 oct HB Quartet with Piano (reproducible)	$11.95 $10.76		10%

Heavenly Hymn Series, Holy Week and Easter

Various, arr. Gross, William E., From the Top Music

Will Gross has created this wonderful set of "Heavenly Hymns", arranged for two octaves of bells scored in the treble clef - perfect for smaller groups comprised of moderately-experienced ringers.

Heavenly Hymn Series, Holy Week and Easter

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM1194	Reproducible 2 oct HB Collection	$29.95

Heavenly Hymn Series, Set 1

Various, arr. Gross, William E., From the Top Music

Will Gross has created another wonderful set of "Heavenly Hymns", this one for General Use. Eight hymns are arranged for two octaves of bells scored in the treble clef - perfect for smaller groups comprised of moderately-experienced ringers.

Heavenly Hymn Series, Set 1

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM1204	Reproducible 2 oct HB Collection	$29.95

His Crown

Elvey, Sir George, arr. Walsh, Mary S., From the Top Music

The hymn favorite – DIADEMATA – has been nicely arranged for handchimes – or handbells. The melody is supported by a flowing LV accompaniment with a gentle and melodic rhythmic theme woven throughout.

His Crown

Item #	Detail	Price	Disc
MFM208153	3 oct HB or HC	$4.95 $4.46	10%
MFM208155	5 oct HB or HC	$4.95 $4.46	10%

Hope

Stroobach, Erwin, From the Top Music

This is the first release in a new Bronze and Ebony Series – written for handbell quartet with piano accompaniment. This is an extraordinarily beautiful work with a flowing and engaging melody featured in both bells and piano. The development flows from lyrical to more rhythmic and dynamic sections, incorporating much expression but always returning to the initial, engaging, and ethereal motif.

Hope

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM1189	3 oct HB Quartet with Piano (reproducible)	$14.95 $13.46		10%

Hornpipe

Handel, George F., arr. Thompson, Martha Lynn, From the Top Music

Martha Lynn has worked her magic in creating an arrangement with a lot of flexibility. It is mostly Rung with only a few stopped techniques and the occasional Shake. This setting is written in C major. There are a number of different performance options, including massed ringing events or adding additional instruments in lieu of the handchimes.

Hornpipe

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MFM20845	3-5 oct HB with 3 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Hymn Masterpieces

Hymn Tunes, arr. Bowden, James S., From the Top Music

James Bawden has combined three hymn favorites, "Simple Gifts", "Be Still My Soul", and "Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken", into a lovely medley. It begins in G major and ends in F major. The intro and segues between the hymns are well written and flow nicely, ultimately recapping the flavor of each hymn in the dynamic ending.

Hymn Masterpieces

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MFM20847	5-7 oct HB with 5 oct HC & opt tambourine	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Jamaican Holiday

Ashurst, Greig, From the Top Music

This delightful, original work features an engaging melody combined with an infectious, toe-tapping island rhythm. It is mostly rung throughout with nicely-placed mallet and thumb damp techniques. Observing dynamics as written will emphasize the Caribbean style.

Jamaican Holiday

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MFM20793HB	5 oct HB with opt perc	$5.25 $4.73	10%
MFM20793M	Full Score	$5.95 $5.36	10%
MFM20793P	Percussion Part	$3.95 $3.56	10%

Joy Beyond Measure

Radford, Betty B., From the Top Music

Betty Radford has created another original work that is lyrical, energetic, passionate, and expressive. Techniques used include Ring, many LV phrases, TD, Pl, Mallet, and Shake. This is a very creative work and can be used in secular as well as sacred settings.

Joy Beyond Measure

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MFM20859	3-7 oct HB with 3-6 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Libertango

Piazzolla, Astor, arr. Morris, Hart, From the Top Music

Argentinian composer Astor Piazzolla is most famous for his 'nuevo tango' style which incorporates elements of jazz with the traditional tango style. Many of his creations are written for small ensembles and often feature the bandoneon, violins, cello, guitar, and more.

Libertango

Item #	Detail	Price	Disc
MFM20854HB	5 (6) oct HB with 2 oct HC and opt accordion or synth	$4.95 $4.46	10%
MFM20854K	Accordion or Synthesizer Score	$2.95 $2.66	10%
MFM20854M	Full Score	$4.95 $4.46	10%

Lord of the Dance

Carter, Sydney and Raney, Joel, arr. Daniel-Hoste, Joseph D., From the Top Music

Daniel has created a faithful transcription for handbells and organ of Joel Raney's setting of the wonderful Sydney Carter hymn. The handbell score is mostly rung and includes nicely-placed LV, TD, mallets, mart, and mart-lifts.

Lord of the Dance

Item #	Detail	Price	Disc
MFM20805HB	5 or 7 oct HB with 5 or 7 oct HC and organ	$5.25 $4.73	10%
MFM20805M	Full Score and Organ	$6.95 $6.26	10%

Mountains of Mourne

Traditional Irish Melody, arr. Wilson, Malcolm C., From the Top Music

This lovely setting of a favorite Irish folk tune will stand alone but is beautifully enhanced by the optional addition of a cello and two flutes. It is filled with dynamics and expressive LV phrasings that flow gently throughout.

Mountains of Mourne

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MFM20850HB	3-5 oct HB with opt cello and 2 flutes	$5.95 $5.36	10%
MFM20850M	Full Score	$6.25 $5.63	10%
MFM20850S	Cello part	$2.95 $2.66	10%
MFM20850W	Flute parts	$2.95 $2.66	10%
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New Day, A

Onstead, Caleb J., From the Top Music

Caleb has created an original tone poem which reflects the course of a 24-hour day. It begins with 'Sunrise' with the sun quietly peeking over the horizon displaying its full power and glory, then leading into a calm 'Morning' which gains energy as it moves on to the 'Afternoon'. Of course, we all feel a bit of an energy slump in the afternoon and look forward to a calm 'Evening' and 'Nighttime' rest.

New Day, A

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM20856	3-7 (8) oct HB with 3-6 oOct HC	$6.25 $5.63		10%

Reflection

Stroobach, Erwin, From the Top Music

Erwin has created another beautiful, original quartet for handbells and handchimes. The sweet, lyrical melody is reflected throughout the score and is rung in each of the bell voices as well as by handchimes.

Reflection

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM1190	3 oct HB Quartet with 3 oct HC, unaccompanied (reproducible)	$11.95 $10.76		10%

Resilience

Meyer, Kurt, From the Top Music

Kurt has created an original work that is lyrical, meditative, and appropriate in either sacred or secular settings. The title, "Resilience", is representative of the calm and consistent forward movement that serves us well as we meet life's challenges. A wonderful piece for a lovely, relaxed moment in worship or concert.

Resilience

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM20861	3-6 oct HB with 3 or 5 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Rigaudon

Handel, George F., arr. Thompson, Martha Lynn, From the Top Music

Martha Lynn has worked her magic once again by creating an arrangement with a lot of flexibility. It is mostly Rung with only the down-stemmed bass line malleted in 4 or 5 octave groups. This is a wonderful, celebratory title for use in worship and secular events.

Rigaudon

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MFM20848	3-5 oct HB	$4.25 $3.83		10%

Song of the Storm

Reed, Christopher, From the Top Music

This original work by Christopher Reed evokes a vision of storms ... lightning, thunder, and even TD notes on the high bells to emulate raindrops. Written in F-minor, it begins with 'scattered raindrops', rolling thunder, and lightning, moving directly into the main theme featuring an engaging melody which is present throughout in many creative ways.

Song of the Storm

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM20807	5-7 oct HB	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Soul Search

American Folk Hymn, arr. Gramann, Fred, From the Top Music

Fred Gramann has crafted a unique and creative setting of the American folk hymn "Poor Wayfaring Stranger" for handbells. It begins with only a hint of the tune in quarter notes while using the swing technique on sustained notes as the foundation for a gradual increase in energy through eighth notes and triplets.

Soul Search

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM20884	5 oct HB with 3 oct HC	$6.25 $5.63		10%

Take Me Home Country Roads

Denver, John; Danoff, Bill; Nivert, Taffy, arr. Morris, Hart, From the Top Music

This popular and memory-evoking title was commissioned by the New England Ringers for their annual Oktobellfest celebration in 2024. Hart's excellent arrangement is faithful to the original and will definitely be a 'crowd-pleaser' and a must-have addition to your next concert!

Take Me Home Country Roads

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM20849	5 or 7 oct HB	$4.95 $4.46		10%

Take the A Train

Strayhorn, Billy, arr. Morris, Hart, From the Top Music

Hart has worked his musical magic making this Billy Strayhorn hit into a fantastic setting for handbells that would impress Strayhorn himself! The creativity in placement of stopped sounds, featuring the melody in different voicings, judicious use of marts, mart-lifts, and shakes all combine to make this into a must-have title for your bronze group.

Take the A Train

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM20629	5 oct HB	$5.95 $5.36		10%

Vigoureux

Scheffter, Barbara, From the Top Music

This original work by Barb Scheffter is exciting and compelling. It is immediately engaging and will uplift everyone’s spirits! Barb shared that her inspiration was how we persevere, joyfully, through all life sends our way. It is lively, filled with joy, and will definitely become an audience and ringer favorite!

Vigoureux

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM20860	3-5 oct HB with 3 oct HC	$5.95 $5.36		10%

With just a few ... 7 Sacred Hymns

Various, arr. Thompson, Martha Lynn, From the Top Music

Welcome to this first in a new series entitled With Just A Few ... featuring seven sacred hymn arrangements by Martha Lynn Thompson. Each hymn is arranged for two octaves of bells scored in the treble clef - perfect for smaller groups or sub-groups of your full handbell choir.

With just a few ... 7 Sacred Hymns

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM1198	Reproducible 2 oct HB Collection for small ensembles	$29.95

With just a few ... Meditation on Prelude No. 1

Bach, Johann Sebastian, arr. Thompson, Martha Lynn, From the Top Music

Welcome to another in the series entitled With Just A Few ... featuring this Bach favorite arranged by Martha Lynn Thompson for solo C instrument on the melody and two octaves of bells scored in the treble clef playing the accompaniment.

With just a few ... Meditation on Prelude No. 1

Item #	Detail	Price	Qty.	Disc
MFM1207	Solo C inst (flute, oboe, HC) with 3 oct HB accomp (reproducible)	$16.95 $15.26		10%

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