When Morning Gilds the Skies

Perfect for any worship service, this hymn of praise received an upbeat and energetic treatment by Terry Osman.

Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Osman, Terry
Octaves: 2-3
Level: 2
Publisher: Lorenz Corp.

When Morning Gilds the Skies

Resurrection

Celebrate the joy of Christ's resurrection with this outstanding medley of Easter tunes (EASTER HYMN, DUKE STREET, and DIADEMATA). The handbell arrangement can stand on its own or the optional brass and organ parts can be added for a more dramatic presentation.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Larson, Lloyd
Octaves: 3-6
Level: 2
Publisher: Lorenz Corp.

Resurrection

More Hymns for Three to Six Ringers

Flawlessly crafted for small ensembles, this brilliant collection contains pieces that are suited for use throughout the year.

Titles include: "All Things Bright and Beautiful", "In the Morning When I Rise", "To God Be the Glory", "Gentle Praises", "Faith of Our Fathers", and "Let Us Break Bread Together".

Composer: Various
Arranger: Eithun, Sandra
Octaves: 2-3
Level: 2
Publisher: Lorenz Corp.

More Hymns for Three to Six Ringers

Our Welsh Heritage

Share in the great wealth of Welsh hymn tunes! This indispensable volume offers reproducible arrangements of beloved Welsh tunes set by some of today's most outstanding handbell composers. Eight familiar tunes are included; click the title to see listing.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Various
Octaves: 3-6
Level: 2+
Publisher: Lorenz Corp.

Our Welsh Heritage

Bells and Keys More or Less Volume 2

The purpose of this collection is to offer a wide range of performance options when you may have more or less ringers and could use a keyboard to add fullness if desired. The general hymn titles are perfect for year-round ringing in any concert or worship service.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Eithun, Sandra
Octaves: 2
Level: 2+
Publisher: Choristers Guild

Bells and Keys More or Less Volume 2

Easy Hymn Accompaniments

These twelve accompaniments for familiar hymns are suitable for various occasions: accompanying congregational singing (try one stanza with bell accompaniment only), accompanying hymn sing-alongs (hymn text sheets are provided and may be copied), accompanying a vocal or instrumental soloist, or accompanying the piano/organ playing of the hymns.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Tucker, Margaret R.
Octaves: 2-5
Level: 1+
Publisher: Choristers Guild

Easy Hymn Accompaniments

God Reigns, Let Earth Be Glad

Playable by either handbells or handchimes, this delightful reproducible collection includes accessible hymn arrangements by five outstanding composers. Published in compatible editions for 2 or 3 octaves and for 3, 4 or 5 octaves, the two editions are compatible for festivals and other massed ringing events.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Various
Octaves: 2-5
Level: 2
Publisher: Choristers Guild

God Reigns, Let Earth Be Glad

Three Tunes from Southern Harmony

These arrangements from Southern Harmony (Come Thou Long Expected Jesus, Restoration, and I Come with Joy) provide easy, yet interesting and varied selections for worship. These are ideal choices for the group looking for something a little different!

Composer: Various
Arranger: Hurlbutt, Patricia
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 2+
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Three Tunes from Southern Harmony

Victory and Meditation

Ron Mallory’s original piece works well not just in concert, but also as a non-traditional choice for Easter Sunday service, or any other celebratory time during the church year.

Composer: Mallory, Ron
Octaves: 3-6
Level: 4
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Victory and Meditation

Who'll Be a Witness for My Lord

Driving, syncopated martellatos underscore this rhythmic arrangement of the African-American spiritual. Bluesy harmonies abound, and the constantly-changing textures keep the piece interesting.

Composer: Spiritual
Arranger: Atteberry, John
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3-
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Who'll Be a Witness for My Lord

Intrada Festiva

For the group looking for something different for Palm Sunday, look no further! This joyful original work featuring powerful harmonies and marked, fanfare-like melodies provides the perfect depiction of Christ’s entry into Jerusalem.

Composer: Kauffmann, Ronald
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Intrada Festiva

O Living Breath of God (Spring Breezes Weave and Whisper)

Solemn, sustained lines highlight this arrangement by Patricia Hurlbutt. A reflective selection for a quiet worship moment.

Composer: Swedish Folk Song
Arranger: Hurlbutt, Patricia
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3-
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

O Living Breath of God (Spring Breezes Weave and Whisper)

Draw Us In the Spirit's Tether

A haunting opening featuring singing bells, handchimes, and malleted bells gives way to a flowing set of verses of the hymn tune “Union Seminary.”

Composer: Friedell, Harold
Arranger: Krug, Jason
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3-
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Draw Us In the Spirit's Tether

I Love to Tell the Story

Patricia Hurlbutt’s meditative arrangement of the well-known hymn provides the perfect backdrop to a quiet moment in worship.

Composer: Fischer, William
Arranger: Hurlbutt, Patricia
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3-
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

I Love to Tell the Story

Day of Resurrection

This forceful selection is the perfect way to kick off Easter Sunday! A bold fanfare gives way to the well-known Easter hymn, underscored by moving triplets.

Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Krug, Jason
Octaves: 3-6
Level: 3+
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Day of Resurrection

When Morning Gilds the Skies

Jason Krug’s arrangement opens with sustained chords depicting the dawning of day as the melody is introduced in the inner voices. A fantastic choice for worship or concert!

Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Krug, Jason
Octaves: 3-6
Level: 3
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

When Morning Gilds the Skies

Nearer My God to Thee

A mournful minor verse of the Lowell Mason tune gives rise to a hopeful modal version employing unexpected harmonies and propelling eighth notes.

Composer: Mason, Lowell
Arranger: Lamb, Robert James
Octaves: 3-7
Level: 3
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Nearer My God to Thee