Review:
Set in the keys of A minor and D minor, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen begins with alternating measures in 4/4 and 6/8, and features a treble ostinato lending interest to the melody line in the first stanza. Optional parts for bass and drum set add uniqueness and pizzazz. As the piece progresses, a rhythmic bass pattern is introduced using complex jazz chords and a syncopated melody in the treble clef. An accelerated tempo leads ringers into a new key with much dynamic movement. Ringers will enjoy the challenge of ringing this fast-paced and energetic piece. It is 83 measures in length.
Published by:
Choristers Guild
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Composer:
Traditional
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Arranger:
Stitt, Julie
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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
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Classification:
Concert
, Instrument Part
, Jazz
, Church or Concert
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Technique:
Sk (Shake)
, LV (Let Vibrate)
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Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
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Instrument:
Percussion
, String Bass
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Bells Used:
Three Octaves: 36 Bells; Four Octaves: 47 Bells; Five Octaves: 58 Bells; Six Octaves: 63 Bells
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