Review:
This (AGEHR) level 3+ setting reflects the joy of both the tune and the text of this beloved gospel song-- "I'm Gonna Lay Down My Sword and Shield...Gonna study war no more." The rhythmic feel is that of a gentle, easy swing over a walking bass line, created with the stopped sounds played with mallets, and the customary, occasional syncopations. This piece will stand alone, but the addition of optional B-flat clarinet, bass and optional ad lib drums will add extra color to the texture and enliven the appeal! It is 95 measures and is scored in F Major and G Major.
Published by:
Hope Publishing Co.
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Composer:
Traditional
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Arranger:
Morris, Hart
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Octaves:
3-5
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Level:
3+
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Rating:
Medium
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Copyright:
Varies by Piece
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Season:
All Year
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Classification:
Instrument Part
, Full Score
, Church or Concert
, Hymn Tune
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Technique:
Mallet
, RT (Ring Touch)
, Sk (Shake)
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Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
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Instrument:
Percussion
, Clarinet
, String Bass
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Bells Used:
Three Octaves: 36 Bells; Four Octaves: 46 Bells; Five Octaves: 57 Bells
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