Two favorite carols are included in this folio for 3,4 o5 octaves. The first, "The Friendly Beasts" also includes 3 octaves of optional choir chimes.
Composer: Various Arranger: Helman, M. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
A reflective arrangement of the GETHSEMANE tune. Random ringing interestingly used at the end of the piece.
Composer: Redhead, R. Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
The hymn tune Bicentennial/Eat This Bread is here set in flowing texture with a lovely bass melody line played on chimes. A middle section becomes more chordal and a slower section makes use of a syncopated, rhythmic pattern in the accompaniment.
Composer: Stace, Stephen Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating:
Based on Psalm 103, this anthem uses the "Nun lob, mein Seel" as its source.
Composer: Schuetz Arranger: Leavitt, J. Octaves: 3 Level: 1 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
The melody of the old spiritual is treated in simple, straight-forward style accompanied by half-note chords in the beginning passages. The melody appears in upper and middle registers. After a key change the LV and mallet on suspended bells technique is used to enhance the song. An adagio phrase quietly ends the work.
Composer: Arranger: Nelson, S. Octaves: 3-4 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating:
The hymn tune Holy Manna is set for 3,4 or 5 octaves and optional 2 octaves of chimes. Mallets on suspended bells gives the impression on the "spangled heavens" throughout the work.
Composer: Arranger: Rogers, S. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
This two arrangement folio begins with a straightforward arrangement of the tune GELOBT SEI GOTT. Some accidentals, only one special effect in the last two measures and dynamic changes provide challenge to the level two ringer. The arrangement of the tune VRUECHTEN contains a bit more challenge with more special techniques, meter changes, dotted rhythms and running eighth-notes.
Composer: Various Arranger: Young, Philip M. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2+ Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
His name is John, and you, little child, will be called the prophet of the Most High, so begins this SATB anthem with handbell (Db5-A6) accompaniment.
Composer: Proulx, R. Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium Advance
M Robert Lowry's 19th-century tune is set here in flowing texture with the melody found in varying registers of the bells. A nice passage of TD-R creates a special effect in the upper bells while the lower bells present the melody.
Composer: Lowry, R. Arranger: McFadden, J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating:
The Swedish hymn tune, O STORE GUD, is set for bells and optional 3-octaves of chimes. A quiet mallet roll on tabled, bass bells begins the work, which gradually builds to excitement with shakes and chordal melody. In a slow passage the chime melody is "sandwiched" between upper, rung accompaniment and bass, syncopation played with mallets on tabled bells.
A must-have collection for any handbell choir! This reproducible collection of hymn accompaniments makes it easy to integrate handbells into worship during Advent, Christmas and Epiphany. There are 5 Advent titles, 7 Christmas titles, and 2 Epiphany titles.
Composer: Various Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
Following up on the success of the first volume, Lee J. Afdahl has created another set of hymn accompaniments for handbells. This reproducible collection makes it easy to integrate handbells into worship during Lent and Easter.
Composer: Various Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 4-5 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating:
Composer notes "The hymn settings in this collection are designed to accompany congregational singing, with or without organ/keyboard." The harmonizations were taken from Lutheran Book of Worship and With One Voice. The organist may play "right from the hymnal."
Composer: Various Arranger: Moklebust, C. Octaves: 4-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
The hymn settings in this collection are designed to accompany congregational singing, with or without organ/keyboard. The harmonizations were taken from Lutheran Book of Worship and With One Voice.
Composer: Various Arranger: Moklebust, C. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
Using the tune WER NUR DEN LIEBEN GOTT, many textures are created using passages of LV, TD and PL. Excitement is created with triplets near the end.
Composer: Neumark, G. Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
This little collections consists of 3 tunes: IN DULCI JUBILO, FOREST GREEN, and PERSONENT HODIE. Rhythmically easy. Chordal.
Composer: Various Arranger: Beck, Theodore Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
Two octaves of optional handchimes, mallets on suspended bells, toll swings, and LV technique are all called upon to join 2-3 octaves of bells in this medley of "Away in a Manger" (Cradle Song and Away in a Manger) and "Infant Holy, Infant Lowly" (W zlobie Lezy). The tempo is slow and serene, the music fully scored to keep all ringers involved, and the ending strong and sure all in 56 measures.
Composer: Various Arranger: Rogers, S. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
Three octaves of optional hand chimes are scored in a passage of lower register melody in this setting of I Himmelen, I Himmelen. They also appear in the opening melody with a ring-ring touch accompaniment. The gentle mood of the work is also conveyed through use of the LV technique on alternating, eighth-note patterns. A final phrase with chimes on melody closes out the work.
Composer: I Himmelen Arranger: McFadden, J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
A gem! Great for any occasion.
Composer: Logan Arranger: Octaves: 4 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
The joy of the "In dir est Freude" tune is expressed in this arrangement which is rhythmically easy but fast.
Composer: Gastoldi, G. Arranger: Young, P. Octaves: 4-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
With the many sixteenth note passages, one is reminded of the angels ascending and descending in this arrangement of this familiar tune.
Composer: Willis, R. Arranger: Larson, K. J. Octaves: 4 Level: 4 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
The hymn tune HOUSTON is presented in a straight-forward manner, with no special techniques called for in order to focus on the pure, rung sound of handbells. The texture is more chordal than not with interesting "motive" in and around the melody.
Composer: Thomerson, K./Houston Arranger: Tucker, S. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
The sweet, Latin-flavored tune by Chereponi is here arranged in waltz style. Level II ringers should enjoy the contrast between rung and staccato passages as well as mallet rolls on bells and the shake technique. A subito mp ending grows to a final fortissimo ring touch.
Composer: Chereponi, J. Arranger: McChesney, K. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating:
Sub-titled "Variations for Handbells", arranger Michaels Helman uses movement in thirds and sixths, mallets on tabled bells, arpeggios with LV, chimes, and fresh harmonies to define the sections.
Composer: Ghanaian Arranger: Helman, M. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
Syncopation and dotted rhythms add challenge and interest to this setting of LAUDES DOMINI and EASTER HYMN. Things begin quietly, however, with a simple chord followed by a single melody line. The music gradually builds, adding flowing eighth-note accompaniment lines, before entering a full and rhythmically challenging section. And, of course, and exciting ending in measure 96!
Composer: Various Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
The two tunes are arranged separately. Both are rhythmically simple and easy.
Composer: Various Arranger: Honore, Jeffrey Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
This setting of the African tune is appropriate for most Sundays and festivals. The percussion and handbells(F4-F6) add a charming, infectious quality as well as that wonderful ethnic sound.
Composer: Olajida Olude, A. Arranger: Helman, M. Octaves: 3 Level: 2+ Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
A triumphant setting of Psalm 100 here!
Composer: Wood, D. Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium Advance
From the "Guitar Concerto in D Major", this versatile music may be rung by bells/chimes alone, with bells/chimes and C instrument (guitar) or as a solo with keyboard or guitar accompaniment.
Composer: Vivaldi, A. Arranger: Nelson, S. Octaves: 3 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
A single F4 rings in simple rhythm throughout this rendition of "Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley."
Composer: Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 3 Level: 1 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
A skilled musician combines a simple handbell part with a SATB setting of the timeless "Picardy" tune to produce a wonderful communion offering.
Composer: Picardy Arranger: Ferguson Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
Optional (but preferable) percussion instruments, claves and maracas, add spice to this Jamaican folk tune (LINSTEAD). The title text is sung in many churches. The melody is bouncy and light-hearted, filled with joy, which translates into syncopation for ringers! Special techniques further enhance the mood. There is a separate percussion part included in the back of the ringer's folio.
Composer: Arranger: Potter, D./Helman, M. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
David Cherwien wrote the original setting of this handbell version of "Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ" by William Mathis. The tune is bright and bubbly with lots of syncopated accompaniment to go along with it. Optional maracas and claves bring out the Jamaican flavor of the folk song. The second selection is contrasting in mood and features and has optional four octaves of chimes.
Composer: Various Arranger: Mathis, W. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
A 5 part cantata (Prelude, Chorale, Ritornello, Aria, Chorus & Chorale), all based on for string quartet keyboard Baritone and chorus." Perform as a Christmas Suite with bells alone.
Composer: Arranger: Leavitt, J. Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
If you haven't encountered the "pluck lift" technique, you'll find it in this setting of the hymn tune EVAN. Two octaves of chimes are required as the beginning 12 measures are rendered on a chime tree. Later the pluck lift effect is combined with the mart lift technique in the accompaniment. The textures build until the end tapers off in echo-like lines and fades.
Composer: Evan Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3 or 5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
The tune Sebastian Temple is the basis of this setting, which is subtitled "Prayer of St. Francis". The textures build throughout to a broad, fortissimo, final section that ends with a quiet phrase suggestion an "amen". 52 measures in length and perfect for a short meditation in worship.
Composer: Temple, S. Arranger: Tucker, S. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
Attention ringers! Present bells! Forward Ring! Well, you get the idea - this fun setting of the gospel hymn, "Come, We That Love the Lord," will have your ringers and listeners stepping in style. Lots of martial rhythms and staccato technique combined with strong melody and accompaniment set the mood. Shakes are thrown in for extra "umph" and lead to a decisive ending in 71 measures.
Composer: Lowry, R. Arranger: Honore, J. Octaves: 3 or 5 Level: 4 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium Advance
Using a Latin sequence of the 16th century, this is a meditative arrangement of the Dies illa" tune. Chordal only whole half and quarter notes." Meter changes.
Composer: Arranger: Bock II, A. Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
Martin Luther's triumphant hymn is treated with syncopated melody, antiphonal dynamics, contrasting bells and chimes, and movement through several keys to achieve excitement and strength that the text so aptly depicts. 64 measures in length.
Composer: Ein Feste Burg Arranger: Page, A. L. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
This arrangement uses the "Bunessan" & "Gaelic " tunes. Perform with 3 octaves bells or chimes and organ or a 3 octave bell choir + 5 octaves in lieu of the organ.
Composer: Arranger: Linker, J./McFadden, J. Octaves: 3 or 5 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
The flute and handbells used here are a duplication of the solo descant line; a solo ringer can easily ring the handbell line!
Composer: Schack, D. Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
Two octaves of bells from C5 up are scored in half and quarter-note rhythms throughout most of this anthem based on LASST UNS ERFREUEN. Another text for "Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones" is included in italics. Scores for brass, bells and congregational singing are found in the back of the anthem folio. Two Trumpets; Trumpet and handbell parts included in octavo.
Composer: Lasst Uns Erfreuen Arranger: Hobby, R. Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
Arranger Sharon Rogers combines "Come, You Thankful People, Come" and "Now Thank We All Our God" and marks it to be played "spirited." Staccato technique appears in march-like accompaniment as the piece begins.
Composer: Various Arranger: Rogers, S. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
Contrasting sections marked "dancelike" and "meditative" make up this setting of TE OFRECEMOS. A separate part is included for claves, tambourine, and hand drum, and though this is optional, it surely adds to the Latin flavor of the work. Meter varies from 6/8 and 4/4, which challenges ringers musically and rhythmically. 70 measures.
Composer: Te Ofrecemos Arranger: Honore, J. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
Seven handbells (Bb5-A6) contribute to this lovely Scottish tune with text by Carl P. Daw, Jr. Hal Hopson sets blends the two in a gentle lilt that echos the title.
Composer: Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
Three octaves of bells provide addional accompaniment in this anthem for SATB voices and piano with flute and ooptional handbells. The subtitle is "Take My Life, That I May Be", which is the hymn text Dori Collins marries to his new melody. Sung and rung freely and smoothly for best effect.
Composer: Havergal, F. Arranger: Collins, D. Octaves: 3 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
17 bells ranging from D5 to D7 accompany the latter half of this anthem based on the hymn tune Jerusalem.
Composer: Parry, C. Arranger: Busarow, D. Octaves: 4 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
The carol tune IRBY is here set for bells and 2,4 or 5 octaves of chimes. Flowing passages of eighth-notes entwine in a in 12-measure opening that leads to a melody notated for chimes. Later on the eighth-note patterns turn to sixteenth-note figures with the LV technique applied.
Composer: Gauntlett, H./Irby Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
Four measures into this anthem and the congregation will be searching for the camels!
Composer: Arranger: Hobby, R. Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
2 tunes separately arranged. "O Sleep,... uses compound meter but played at a slow rocking tempo.
Composer: Various Arranger: Beck, T. Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
If you are unfamiliar with the name of this English melody you'll be certain to recognize the lovely tune in this peaceful arrangement for bells and flute. Tranquillo marks the first section with a chordal texture accompanying the flute melody.
Composer: Arranger: Behnke, J. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
This pastorale is a combination of "Es Ist ein Rose" and Bach's "Pastorale in F." The flute is not optional.
Composer: Bach, J. S. Arranger: McFadden, J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
Appropriate for worship or concert, the ringers are challenged to play long expressive lines. Ideal for the average 3 octave choir.
Composer: Faure, G. Arranger: McChesney, K. Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
The French carol, BESANCON, is here set for 3,4 or 5 octaves with some performance notes given to accommodate.
Composer: Arranger: Moklebust, C. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3- Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
This folio includes two selections. The first is a plaintive arrangement of plainchants especially enhanced by extensive use of mallets on suspended bells. The second is composed of three short pieces all of which present a mood of the morning. The introduction of the last of these three, Dance, may be used as a processional and/or bell tree. Plainchant is a medley of "Adoro te Devote", "Divinum Mysterium" and "Pange Lingua".
Composer: Various Arranger: Nelson, S. Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
A wonderful new, syncopated tune is used in this joyful exciting" arrangement. Use opt. tambourine and finger cymbals. PL, Mart, SW, SK.
Composer: Tandanei Arranger: McChesney, K. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
2 pieces based on "children's" tunes provide music for the less experienced choir.
Composer: Various Arranger: Larson, K. J. Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
"Praise, o praise the Lord...Praise, O praise, O servants of the Lord!" This opening text for 2-part treble voices, is taken from Psalm 113:1-7. A second, slower section calls for the additional, but optional, accompaniment of 3 octave of bells. The bells, however, must read off the keyboard part in the anthem.
Composer: Kemp, H. Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
If desired, the congregation may sing along with this through-composed setting of "Lobe den Herren" for bells and organ. A flourish of chromaticism sets up the melody's entrance, which proceeds in chordal structure. Interludes are interspersed among the stanzas.
Composer: Lobe den Herren Arranger: Moklebust, C. Octaves: 4-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating:
Based on the hymn tune BEREDEN VAG FOR HERRAN, arranger Lee Afdahl has incorporated two instances of random ring in the introduction. The melody enters in a single unison line and then is joined at the octave. The texture builds as the piece moves along. Ringers will be challenged to work on linear thinking as they reach the section with running eighth-note passages. Mart-lifts, shakes and LV technique are used.
Composer: Bereden Vag For Herran Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
Highlights of this work include a stately walking bass in mm. 1-16, a thumb-damp section with the melody in the middle, the use of triplet figures and a big finish. An optional trumpet part is included.
Composer: Helman, M. Arranger: Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
A separate score for an optional marimba (also playable on synthesizer or keyboard) is included in this original composition, which takes its inspiration from King David's prayer of repentance. The handbell score resembles a marimba percussion score with its sixteenth-note rhythms and patterns. The focus is on the rung sound of bells with no special effects called for other than the LV technique.
Composer: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 4 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium Advance
Rejoice! features the familiar hymn tune FOUNDATION, as well as new music by John Leavitt setting the text, "Rejoice, angelic choir rejoice!" Three octaves of bells are optional.
Composer: Arranger: Leavitt, J. Octaves: 3 Level: 2+ Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
Known by either the title or the tune LAUDATE DOMINUM, this lilting tune in 3/4 is first set up by a bell peal 4/4. Finger cymbals enhance the mood in a later section. Open texture keeps the music light.
Composer: Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
The festive mood of this arrangement is set in the introduction with hints of the "Marion" tune which is the source of this music. Generally chordal. Majestic ending.
Composer: Various Arranger: Sticha Octaves: 4-5 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
A handbell adaptiation of the famous organ piece.
Composer: Campra, A. Arranger: Leavitt, J. Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
This original composition with a title play on the Psalm text, is filled with energetic rhythms, bright melody, harmonies out of the key, flowing arpeggios patterns with LV technique, and shakes and a table land damp to the finish to top off the final 105th measure.
Composer: Moklebust, C. Arranger: Octaves: 4-6 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating:
An arrangement of the "Wojkiewiecz" tune for bells, organ and optional trumpet.
Composer: Wood Arranger: Linker, J./McFadden, J. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
The sub-title of this selection is "Three for Christmas." They are each separate and no transition is given for a medley. Each selection is short, making the folio versatile.
Composer: Various Arranger: Helman, M. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2+ Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
Inspiration for this original composition comes from Philippians 4:6-7 (Don't worry, but pray and peace will come - loosely paraphrased!) Sections of peaceful "sound" melody alternate with more chordal sections, dotted-rhythm passages, and harmonic changes. 101 measures in length.
Composer: Dicke, M. Octaves: 2 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Medium
The arranger has set this lovely Scottish folk tune, alias hymn tune CANDLER, for 3-5 octaves of bells, optional handchimes and instruments in C, Bb or F.
Composer: Candler Arranger: Larson, K. J. Octaves: 3-4 Level: 2+ Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
The tune HANSON PLACE is used in this arrangement of the favorite gospel tune.
Composer: Lowry, Robert Arranger: Young, Philip M. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy Medium