Review:      The Gospel genre is a ‘uniquely American expression of faith’ begun by hymn writers Ira Sankey, Fanny Crosby, Albert Brumley, and others, and continued today by current composers. Of those current composers, the names Bill and Gloria Gaither stand out.

This husband and wife songwriting team from Alexandria, IN, have had a huge impact on the lives of many people with their simple, heartfelt lyrics and melodies which proclaim God’s reconciling love through Jesus Christ.

Now your handbell choirs can experience the joy of playing their favorite Gaither melodies on bells. Dick Averre has arranged twenty-seven of the Gaither’s songs for 3-4 octaves of handbells. Volume 1 includes the 9 titles listed below, with the vocal part for 2-part treble choirs available separately.

Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.

Titles are listed below

Composer: Gaither, Bill & Gaither, Gloria	Arranger: Averre, Dick	Octaves: 3-4	Level: NA	Rating: Medium	Copyright: Varies by Piece
Classification: Collection , Contemporary Christian , Medley , Praise and Worship
Technique: Pl (Pluck) , TD (Thumb Damp) , Sk (Shake) , LV (Let Vibrate) , Damp Sign
Voicing: Treble Clef Only , SA (2 part)
Bells Used: Three Octaves: 37 Bells; Four Octaves: 39 Bells