Well-known and beloved in the classical-music world, this piece works beautifully for handbells and flute or another C instrument. The handchime/cello line is optional but adds a nice dimension. This selection is sure to become a favorite for both concerts and worship services. A challenging piece with intricate rhythms, this setting of the well-known melody is 92 measures and is set in f minor.
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Composer:
Williams, Ralph Vaughan
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Arranger:
McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
3-6
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Level:
4
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Rating:
Advanced
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Copyright:
Varies by Piece
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Season:
Christmas
, All Year
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Classification:
Full Score
, Concert
, Instrument Part
, Church or Concert
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Technique:
Mallet
, Pl (Pluck)
, LV (Let Vibrate)
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Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
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Instrument:
Chimes(Choirchimes or Handchimes)
, C Instrument
, Flute
, Cello
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Bells Used:
Three Octaves: 32 Bells; Four Octaves: 41 Bells; Five Octaves: 49 Bells; Six Octaves: 50 Bells
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