A beautiful, full setting of the favorite hymn tune EVENTIDE.
Composer: Monk, William Henry Arranger: Krug, Jason Octaves: 2-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Ringing Word Publications Rating: Easy
This arrangement of the tune EVENTIDE may be used for services centered on the themes of healing, hope, guidance, faith, and trust, as well as for compline, vespers, or other evening services.
Composer: Monk, William Arranger: Moklebust, Cathy Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Easy Medium
One of the great traditional hymns of the church – EVENTIDE – receives a contemporary yet sensitive setting in this Ron Mallory arrangement.
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Mallory, Ron Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Ringing Word Publications Rating: Medium
This quiet and meditative arrangement of "Abide with Me" is perfect for dedication and Communion services.
Composer: Monk, William Henry Arranger: Helman, Michael Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: SoundForth Publications / Lorenz Co. Rating: Easy Medium
Arranged for solo handbells or handchimes with piano accompaniment, “Abide With Me” is simple enough that the novice soloist can actually master it and accomplished musicians can put it together quickly.
Composer: Monk, William Henry Arranger: Doran, Tim Octaves: 2 Level: 1 Publisher: C.A.N. Enterprises Rating: Easy
Cathy Moklebust has arranged William Monk's beloved tune EVENTIDE in a gentle, calming style. It is published in editions for handbell solo and handbell duet/trio with piano accompaniment and optional flute. SOLO version: Uses 17 bells from D5 through C7. DUET or TRIO version: Duet uses 17 bells from D5 through C7; trio uses 26 bells from C4 through C7.
Composer: Monk, William H. Arranger: Moklebust, Cathy Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Easy
This delicate setting of the hymn tune EVENTIDE is a perfect choice for Lent or any quiet moment in worship. A gentle opening verse gives way to a verse in which the melody is given a freer rhythmic treatment. A key change leads to a final triumphant verse complete with harmonic twists and turns.
Composer: Hymn Tune Arranger: Krug, Jason W. Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Grassy Meadow Music Rating: Easy Medium
A happy melody combined with compound meter creates a joyful, festive composition. LV is used extensively.
Composer: McKlveen, P. Arranger: Octaves: 4-5 Level: 4 Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc. Rating: Medium
Abiding Joy is a compilation of joyous, accessible handbell selections that will bring delight to both ringers and listeners. This reproducible collection contains uplifting hymn arrangements by Patricia Hurlbutt, Anna Laura Page, Valerie W. Stephenson, and Tammy Waldrop, plus a delightful original composition by Brenda Austin.
Composer: Various Arranger: Various Octaves: 2-5 Level: 1+ Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Easy
Dan Edwards has expertly blended two well-known hymns, “Abide with Me” and “Nearer My God to Thee”, into a beautiful and interesting arrangement that would be right at home in many different worship services.
Composer: Monk, William H. & Mason, Lowell Arranger: Edwards, Dan Octaves: 3 or 5 Level: 2 Publisher: Ring Out Press Rating: Easy Medium
This rendition of two hymn tunes NICEA and DUKE STREET includes a part for handbells and a part for keyboard (piano or organ). Performance options are given for adapting this to two bell choirs or adding handchimes.
Composer: Various Arranger: Kellermeyer, David M. Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: High Meadow Music Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This original composition comes with rehearsal suggestions that include words to the melody. "If you can sing it, you can ring it!" states the composer. Mallets, optional chimes (E6-A6), and dotted rhythms make up the ambiance and flow. Measures total 50.
Composer: Dare, John C. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Flagstaff Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This rhythmic selection in 5/4 meter abounds with vitality and joy. It is sure to be a favorite with congregation and ensemble alike.
Composer: Edwards, D. Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: 4 Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Medium Advance
This original work, inspired by Psalm 16:11, is filled with joy from beginning to end. The engaging melody will be remembered long after the music has ended and this piece is bound to become a favorite in your group’s repertoire!
Composer: Hakes, Derek K. Octaves: 3-6 Level: 3 Publisher: From the Top Music Rating: Medium
Written by Paul Baloche and Lenny LeBlanc, the popular praise song "Above All" has been arranged for 3-5 octaves of handbells.
Composer: Baloche, Paul and LeBlanc, Lenny Arranger: Kent, D. R. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Medium
This combination of two popular worship songs, ("Jesus, Name Above All Names" and "You Are My All in All") is also very worshipful and will enhance many types of services.
Composer: Hearn, Naida & Jernigan, Dennis L. Arranger: Ingram, Bill Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3- Publisher: Ring Praise Publications Rating: Medium
"Above All Names" is a set of five hymns of adoration and praise skillfully arranged by Susan E. Geschke, Patricia Hurlbutt, and Bill Ingram. The pieces have no bell changes, and may be played with music stands if desired.
Composer: Various Arranger: Various Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Easy
Utilizing handbells, SATB choir, and various instruments, Arnold Sherman brings both traditional and contemporary elements together in this dynamic new anthem for blended worship.
Composer: LeBlanc, Lenny & Baloche, Paul Arranger: Sherman, Arnold B. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Medium
Winner in the "Original 3 Octave" category of the 1998 Composition Contest sponsored by the Alberta (Canada) Guild of English Handbell Ringers, this original work takes a dotted eighth-sixteenth motive and expands it against flowing accompaniment.
Composer: Merrett, F. Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: 3 Publisher: High Meadow Music Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This original, joyful work is lively and rhythmic with an engaging, flowing treble melody. The melody follows in the bass clef supported by TD in treble which adds interest and texture.
Composer: Laumann, Craig Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: From the Top Music Rating: Medium
Fully scored to keep all ringers involved, this medley of “How Great Our Joy,” “Unto Us A Boy is Born,” and “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” fits equally well in worship or concert settings.
Composer: Various Arranger: Rogers, Sharon Elery Octaves: 2-3 Level: 1+ Publisher: Alfred Handbell / Jubilate Music Group Rating: Easy
Commissioned by the handbell ensemble, "Embellish", this original work is a true showpiece!
Composer: Sherman, A. Arranger: Octaves: 3-6 Level: 4 Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Medium Advance
Don't overlook this happy, festive piece because it has been in the catalogs awhile!
Composer: Young, Philip M. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Shawnee Press, Inc. Rating: Easy Medium
This original piece in the tradition of "Festive Peal" (AG35303) is your festival solution! With compatible arrangements for choirs containing two to six octaves of bells without bell changes, your ringers can play this piece without tables or from memory for greater impact in your next concert or service.
Composer: Thompson, Karen Octaves: 2-6 Level: 2+ Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This creative arrangement is based on the hymn tunes OLD 100th and ST. ANNE. Perfect for a celebration of any kind.
Composer: Hymn Tunes Arranger: Raney, Joel Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3- Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Medium
This useful, festive arrangement works well with 3 octaves.
Composer: Glaser, C. Arranger: Sherman, A. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Medium
For 3 to 6 octaves of handbells and organ or handbells with brass and timpani, this setting of the powerful hymn "O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing" includes an optional SATB choral part, entering for a festive conclusion.
Composer: Glaser, Carl G. Arranger: Sherman, Arnold Octaves: 3-6 Level: 2+ Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Easy Medium
This expansive original work is rich in beautiful melodies and opportunities for musical contrast.
Composer: Payn, William Octaves: 5-7 Level: 3+ Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Medium
Opening Sentences, Responses to Prayer, and Responses to the Benediction for voices ranging from unison to SATB with handbell accompaniment are in this collection.
Composer: Various Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
These short acclamations unite the joyful sounds of bells and voices in 19 choral sentences for worship. Handbells provide the most effective accompaniment, but tubular chimes or Orff-type instruments may be substituted with minor adjustments in chordal selections.
Composer: Various Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy
Using only four or five ringers, these eleven acclamations could be used as processionals (the first eight measures can be repeated ad lib,) or as interludes or responses. Often the briefest snippet of a seasonally-appropriate hymn tune is quoted.
Composer: Kosche, Kenneth T. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Morning Star Music Publishers Rating: Easy Medium
This original composition from Kathleen Wissinger introduces ringers to the joy of melodic eighth notes.
Composer: Wissinger, Kathleen Octaves: 3 Level: 2- Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Easy
"Accolade for Bells" is for use with 4 octaves of bells, but is basically for 3 octaves.
Composer: Smith, D. Arranger: Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: Hinshaw Handbell Series Rating: Easy Medium
Using a text from John 1:29-34, this versatile piece can be performed as a handbell anthem, handbells with a vocal solo, or as a solo with keyboard accompaniment.
Composer: Hartley, A. Arranger: Octaves: 5 Level: NA Publisher: Thomas House /Descant /Gold Coast Music Rating: Medium
These creative arrangements of folk melodies are accessible both for beginning groups looking to play something familiar, as well as groups working on advancing their skills from beginner to intermediate. The titles in this set – all of them from England, Ireland, and Wales – are well-known traditional folk tunes which have also been paired with sacred texts in church settings, making them suitable for school, church, and community groups alike.
Composer: Various Arranger: Krug, Jason W. Octaves: 2-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Easy
Handbells and handchimes are accessible instruments that can be used to teach ostinati, chords, simple accompaniments, and basic small-group composition along with music literacy. Teachers can combine these instruments with unison and part-singing, recorders, Orff instruments, and movement.
Composer: Various Arranger: Brackney, Emily Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Rhythm Band Instruments Rating: Easy
Composer Edward Macdowell was a 19th century American pianist and composer. "A.D. 1620," one of his compositions, is a part of the suite originally written for piano entitled Sea Pieces. The arranger Ellen Jane Lorenz has scored the very slow and meditative piece for 3 octaves of bells, enlarging it for the 4th octave, which doubles melody or bass.
Composer: MacDowell, E. Arranger: Lorenz, E. J. Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: Bourne Company Rating: Easy Medium
This piece is a short selection of 38 measures and a grand demonstration of music from the German Baroque composer.
Composer: Telemann, G. P. Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
This famous work is a marvelous addition to any worship service or concert is this stately "Adagio."
Composer: Albinoni, T. Arranger: McChesney, K. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: Warner Brothers Publications / Jubilate Music Group Rating: Medium
Mozart's original work from Piano Concerto No. 20 is arranged here in a light, open feel. Bell changes and sixteenth-note triplets provide challenge.
Composer: Mozart Arranger: Benton, Robin Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Flagstaff Publishing Rating: Medium
This adagio is the theme from the 2nd movement of Mozart’s concerto for clarinet and orchestra (K622), his last instrumental work completed before his death.
Composer: Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus Arranger: Wilson, Malcolm C. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2- Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Easy
"Adagio" is a short piece of 38 measures superbly demonstrating literature from the 17th Century Italian period.
Composer: Corelli Arranger: Groves Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
This arrangement of a favorite violin piece is a lovely choice for concert or worship.
Composer: Mendelssohn, Felix Arranger: Benton, Robin Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: Flagstaff Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This bell piece fits well into a concert situation or a church service. Ringers and listeners alike will enjoy the variety of key and style.
Composer: Dugger, Bill D. Octaves: 3 Level: 3+ Publisher: Meadowlark Melodies Rating: Medium
Blanche Kangas has arranged this work attributed to Frescobaldi for 4 to 7 octaves of bells.
Composer: Frescobaldi, Girolamo Arranger: Kangas, Blanche Octaves: 4-7 Level: 4+ Publisher: Bell Canto Press Rating: Advance
This work, the second movement from the "Sonata Pathetique", is one of Beethoven's loveliest compositions! Sensitivity is needed to play it musically.
Composer: Beethoven, L. Arranger: Herbek, R. Octaves: 5 Level: 3 Publisher: Thorpe Music Publishing Co. Rating: Medium Advance
Thes famous movement from Beethoven's "Sonata Pathetique" (Opus 13) is set for 4 - 5 octaves.
Composer: Beethoven Arranger: Merrett, Fred A. Octaves: 4-5 Level: 3 Publisher: Flagstaff Publishing Rating: Medium
This arrangement is a rather quiet, modal composition suitable for church or concert. A chordal accompaniment supports the moving melodic figure throughout the work.
Composer: Sharp, T. Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Fred Bock Music Co. Rating: Easy Medium
Bob Burroughs’s “Adagio for Bells” has surprising action, energy, and challenges, and yet it always returns to something soft. This piece is well placed at celebrations and festivals at churches, schools, and universities. It is sure to hold listeners’ interest until the end, and it will become a favorite for bell choirs.
Composer: Burroughs, Bob Octaves: 4-7 Level: 3 Publisher: Concordia Publishing House Rating: Medium
Flute, oboe, Bb clarinet, violin or organ solo (reed) may play along with 3 octaves of handbells in this arrangement of W.A. Mozart's original work. But the handbell score is far more than a simple accompaniment - contrasting textures and a bit of syncopation add sparkle and interest to the 87 measures.
Composer: Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus Arranger: Benton, Robin Octaves: 3 Level: 2+ Publisher: Flagstaff Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
Tomaso Albinoni and Remo Giazotto's beloved Adagio is now suited to be performed by five full octaves of bells and organ. The arranger stays true to the original, using special bell techniques to represent the master work. An especially lovely flourish in the final measures is played by mallets on suspended bells.
Composer: Albinoni, Tomaso/Giazotto, Remo Arranger: Zabel, Albert Octaves: 5 Level: 3 Publisher: Shawnee Press, Inc. Rating: Medium
"Adagio Religioso and Allegro" is an easy piece using mostly half, quarter, and dotted half note values. It begins with an Adagio section and concludes with a faster pace in the Allegro.
Composer: Broege, Timothy Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Bourne Company Rating: Easy Medium
With mallet rolls and clicks, finger snaps and thumb damps, this well-known theme is fun to ring! This one is sure to lighten any concert!
Composer: Mizzy, Vic Arranger: Childers, Brian Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3+ Publisher: From the Top Music Rating: Medium
This is a versatile arrangement for handbells and organ with optional trumpet/timpani, congregation and/or choir. The brass ensemble consists of 3 trumpets and 2 trombones.
Composer: Wade, J. Arranger: Dobrinski, C. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Medium
This is not your typical setting of "O Come, All Ye Faithful"! Wildly-unexpected harmonies abound as the piece moves through a variety of styles and keys on its way to a triumphant conclusion!
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Krug, Jason W. Octaves: 3-6 Level: 3+ Publisher: Grassy Meadow Music Rating: Medium Advance
This work is a humorous selection using an ostinato pattern throughout much of the music. It is written so that ringers leave during the last section concluding with the last chord played off stage.
Composer: Gumma, V. Arranger: Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3 Publisher: AGEHR Publishing Rating: Medium
Modality and 7th chords are 2 interesting elements of this simple piece.
Composer: Groth, R. Arranger: Octaves: 4 Level: NA Publisher: Robert Groth Publications Rating: Easy Medium
Commissioned for the 1997 Hagerstown Area Handbell Festival, this original work is for double handbell choir and timpani. Choir I is for 2 octaves of bells or choir chimes and Choir II is for either 3,4,5 or 6 octaves.
Composer: Kirk, P. Arranger: Octaves: 2-6 Level: 4 Publisher: Laurendale Associates Rating: Medium Advance
Mysterious and stirring, arranger Matthew Prins weaves this 15th century French carol into a beautiful blanket of soothing music.
Composer: French 15th Century Melody Arranger: Prins, Matthew Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Easy Medium
This reproducible collection includes five distinctive hymn arrangements for 12 bells (F5-C7) appropriate for the fall season of the church year, with optional piano accompaniments.
Composer: Various Arranger: Moklebust, Cathy Octaves: 3 Level: 2 Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Easy Medium
The beloved anthem arranger John Purifoy offers this collection of easy handbell music for worship with piano accompaniment for 2-3 octaves of bells. Titles include: "Savior Like a Shepherd, It is Well with My Soul, Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing, O Worship the King, Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee, Holy Holy Holy, Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken, Christmas Medley, and Praise the Lord Ye Heavens Adore Him."
Composer: Various Arranger: Purifoy, J. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2+ Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
Over the ages this chant melody has enthralled many by its simplicity and beauty. This setting embraces that mesmerizing effect as medieval tonal colors emerge to further magnify the mystery and wonder of God.
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Moats, William E. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Easy Medium
This haunting setting of a beloved hymn is a great choice for the ensemble looking for something different and versatile. While the piece can be played by handbells and handchimes alone, the inclusion of the optional solo voice or solo instrument will really make this piece something to remember.
Composer: Hymn Tune Arranger: Krug, Jason W. Octaves: 3-6 Level: 3- Publisher: Grassy Meadow Music Rating: Medium
The method presented in this thorough work is a set of techniques which allow a solo ringer to ring two or more notes at a time continuously throughout a piece. Interlocked handle techniques are avoided because of slow setup times and limited combinations.
Composer: Various Arranger: Allen, David M./Patton, David L. Octaves: 3-4 Level: NA Publisher: National Handbell Music Rating:
"He comes to heal the broken hearted, and those who thought that hope was gone," so begins the text of this anthem, which includes a score for five to ten bells ranging from C5 to G6. The bells ring in the first and last sections in simple rhythms in open octaves. The tempo is slow and may be played by a good level I choir.
Composer: Wagner, D. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: Warner Brothers Publications / Jubilate Music Group Rating: Easy
Each ringer's part is on a separate system, so four copies will be needed unless ringers share a stand. The 2 quartets individually arranged are "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus" and "Good Christian Men Rejoice."
Composer: Various Arranger: Hirt Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Jeffers Publishing Rating: Easy Medium
This two-piece folio includes "Were You There" (for Lent) and "Coventry Carol" (for Advent). Malleting on suspended bells is featured in the Lent carol for a shimmering effect. The Advent carol requires no page turns.
Composer: Various Arranger: Sherry, Mark Octaves: 3 Level: 1+ Publisher: Meadowlark Melodies Rating: Easy Medium
Ring in the season with this joyous medley. The use of stopped techniques and optional handchimes add interest and excitement, making it the perfect piece for any Advent worship service or concert.
Composer: Various Arranger: Dennis, Karissa Octaves: 3-5 Level: 3- Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Medium
Using only whole, half and quarter notes, this piece gives your beginning group an opportunity to grow using various techniques.
Composer: Various Arranger: Rogers, S. Octaves: 2 Level: 1+ Publisher: Morning Star Music Publishers Rating: Easy
This version of the title "Advent Carol" is a good selection for the less experienced 2 octave choir because of repeated notes, easy rhythms and the lovely tune.
Composer: Burroughs, B. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy
With the exception of a short middle section, the half note rhythm of the bass bells create a solid foundation for different treatments of the "Veni Emmanuel" tune.
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Hopson, H. Octaves: 3 or 5 Level: 2 Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Easy
This work is a versatile Christmas selection. It includes a Procession that can be easily memorized, "Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence", "While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks" and "Angels We Have Heard on High."
Composer: Various Arranger: Kirk, Phyllis S. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Laurendale Associates Rating: Easy
Two beloved German hymn tunes ("Break Forth O Beauteous Heavenly Light" and "Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming") are melded together in this arrangement perfect for your Advent or Christmas services.
Composer: Various Arranger: Ingram, Bill Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
Part of the "Ardis Freeman Handbell Library," this 4-page setting of three advent tunes ("JEFFERSON, NUM KOMM and HEIDEN HEILAND") places the melodies in upper and lower registers. Some meter change and terraced dynamics are used. The back page contains the bells used chart, a warm-up exercise applicable to the piece, and helpful performance notes.
Composer: Various Arranger: Moats, William E. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Genesis Press Rating: Easy Medium
Advent Fantasy combines the tunes GENEVAN 42 (Comfort, Comfort Now My People), PICARDY (Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence), NUN KOMM, DER HEIDEN HEILAND (Savior of the Nations, Come) and PUER NOBIS (On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry).
Composer: Various Arranger: Philips, Judy Octaves: 3-6 Level: 3 Publisher: Choristers Guild Rating: Medium
The contemplative strains of "Savior of the Nations, Come" and "Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus" are woven together in this lovely musical prayer for the Advent season.
Composer: Various Arranger: Hakes, Derek Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
This energetic setting of “Prepare the Way, O Zion” will set the stage for Advent. Ringers will enjoy the forward motion of this arrangement which incorporates the beloved HYFRYDOL tune.
Composer: Various Arranger: Childers, Brian Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: Alfred Handbell / Jubilate Music Group Rating: Easy Medium
This simple, yet masterful combining of a contemporary hymn, GOD COMES TOMORROW by John Bell, with the venerable tune GREENSLEEVES gives smaller ensembles a wonderful choice for Advent.
Composer: Various Arranger: Norman, Nancy A. Octaves: 3 Level: 2 Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Easy Medium
The advent tunes "Veni Emmanuel, Picardy," and "Aberystwyth" are woven into a lovely collage.
Composer: Various Arranger: Wagner, D. Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
This short, easy medley of the tunes VENI EMMANUEL, PICARDY, and ABERYSTWYTH effectively captures the mystery and wonder of the season of anticipation.
Composer: Various Arranger: Wagner, Douglas E. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
This meditative, original tune is ideal for use throughout the holidays and for candlelight services in particular.
Composer: Edwards, Dan R. Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: SoundForth Publications / Lorenz Co. Rating: Easy Medium
This setting of three favorite Advent and Christmas songs has been artfully arranged for two complete, 5 or 6-octave handbell choirs and has several options which will offer interesting performance choices.
Composer: Various Arranger: Afdahl, Lee J. Octaves: 5-6 Level: 3 Publisher: From the Top Music Rating: Medium
This piece is a medley of two Advent tunes, “Hyfrydol” and “Comfort You My People,” in ABA form, with shifting meters and a unifying ostinato found in both piano and handbell parts.
Composer: Prichard, Rowland Hugh & Psalter, Genevan Arranger: Hascall, Nancy Octaves: 3 Level: NA Publisher: Above the Line Publishing Rating:
Ring in the season with this lively arrangement of the French carol "Sing We Now of Christmas", including a hopeful, scripture-based text for Advent.
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Page, Anna Laura & Shafferman, Jean Anne Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating:
This tune for handbells and handchimes begins with a bass pattern. Variations are then added before the Advent tune is introduced—NUN KOMM, DER HEIDEN HEILAND, or “Savior of the Nations, Come.”
Composer: Traditional Arranger: Lamb, Linda Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2 Publisher: Concordia Publishing House Rating: Easy Medium
For unison voices and four handbells, this anthem contains two parts: a "before the procession" section and a "the procession" section. No other accompaniment is given.
Composer: Proulx, R. Arranger: Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Easy
This arrangement is for unison/2 part chorus, congregation, percussion and 2 bells. The percussion instruments include triangle, tabor, tom tom, bell tree, and a hurdy gurdy. Hints of the tune "O Come O Come Emmanuel" are present throughout.
Composer: Pearson Arranger: Octaves: 3 Level: 1 Publisher: Paraclete Press Rating: Easy
Two octaves of bells and voices combine in this setting of Rorate Caeli in Chant Mode I. The bells score is not difficult, but does require reading music without a meter sign.
Composer: Rorate Caell Arranger: Hurd, D. Octaves: 2 Level: 3 Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Medium Advance
The traditional tune VENI, VENI, EMMANUEL is set here for 5 verses with an organum part, optional congregation and 9 handbells (G4-D5). The bells ring a single, open-spaced chord in quarter-note and half-note rhythms throughout the piece.
Composer: Arranger: Schulz-Widmar, R. Octaves: 2 Level: 1 Publisher: Selah Publishing Co. Rating: Easy
The tune NUN KOMM, DER HEIDEN HEILAND has been creatively set for an organ prelude and a procession with handbells, and chimes or percussion. The tempo is slow and the mood is free, almost chant-like.
Composer: Walther, Johann Arranger: McIntyre, John Octaves: 3 Level: 2 Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers Rating: Easy
"Advent Promise" has an anticipatory energy about it - just like the Advent season. Fresh original music, along with the hymn, "Come, Thou Long -Expected Jesus," (slightly altered), is fully scored to keep all ringers involved, and spiced with special techniques.
Composer: Page, Anna Laura Octaves: 2-3 Level: 1 Publisher: Alfred Handbell / Jubilate Music Group Rating: Easy
Sub-titled "Our Hope and Expectation," this piece is an arrangement of the Swedish Tune "Haf Trones Lampa Fardig." The rhythms are simple, but there are several bell changes and key changes that add interest and challenge.
Composer: Swedish Tune Arranger: Moats, William E. Octaves: 3-4 Level: 2+ Publisher: Genesis Press Rating: Easy Medium
Doug Wagner has artfully melded two traditional Advent hymns (Kingsfold and Veni Emmanuel) in this arrangement that includes optional handbells or handchimes.
Composer: Various Arranger: Wagner, Douglas E. Octaves: 2 Level: NA Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating:
"Lead us from darkness, make us your own," is the congregational text of this anthem, which includes a score for 4 handbells(E5, A5, B5 and C#6).
Composer: Clarke, R. Arranger: Honore, J. Octaves: 2 Level: 2 Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Rating: Easy
This set of three carols--"Comfort Comfort These My People, Savior of the Nations Come, and Prepare the Royal Highway"--provides contrasting moods that encompass the full range of emotions of the Advent season.
Composer: Various Arranger: Tucker, Sondra Octaves: 2-3 Level: 3 Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc. Rating: Medium
3 tunes, "Veni Emmanuel", "Wachet Auf" and "Helmsley", are presented as a medley wrapped in a constantly moving 8th-note pattern.
Composer: Various Arranger: Wilson, M. Octaves: 3-5 Level: NA Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
Two familiar Advent hymn tunes, TRURO and STUTTGART, announce the promised coming of Our Lord in a bold and spirited style.
Composer: Various Arranger: Akers, Michael E. Octaves: 2-3 Level: 2 Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium
This Advent medley begins with LV and the hymn “Savior of the Nations, Come,” then moves into a gently syncopated accompaniment supporting “O Come, 0 Come, Emmanuel.” Then with subtle touch, the chant DIVINUM MYSTERIUM, sneaks into the mix via handchimes.
Composer: Various Arranger: Compton, Matthew Octaves: 3-6 Level: 3+ Publisher: Hope Publishing Co. Rating: Medium
This compilation of 8 previously released tunes is a wonderful resource for Advent and Christmas.
Composer: Various Arranger: Various Octaves: 3-5 Level: 2+ Publisher: Lorenz Corp. Rating: Easy Medium