Away in a Manger utilizes two tunes most often associated with this favorite Christmas hymn. The arrangement beautifully evokes a gentle lullaby that will delight both ringers and listeners. Suggested assignments are: 5 ringers with an optional solo instrument; 6 ringers with an optional solo instrument; or 7 ringers with the solo part rung on handchimes. Optional parts for both Bb and C instrument are included. Key of F Major. 61 measures.
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Composer:
Various
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Arranger:
Thompson, Karen
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Octaves:
2-3
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Level:
2
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Rating:
Easy Medium
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Copyright:
2015
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Season:
Christmas
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Less than a full handbell choir:
Ensemble
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Classification:
Church or Concert
, Concert
, Instrument Part
, Medley
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Technique:
Mallet
, vib. (Vibrato)
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Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
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Instrument:
Chimes(Choirchimes or Handchimes)
, C Instrument
, Bb Instrument
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Bells Used:
Two Octaves: 10 Bells; Three Octaves: 14 Bells
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