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| 10,000 Reasons:
Myrin, Jonas & Redman, Matt,Bettcher, Peggy,HP |
| Peggy Bettcher has provided a flowing arrangement of this popular new worship song by Jonas Myrin and Matt Redman. |
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| Acclamation in G Minor:
Thompson, Karen,,AG |
| 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. |
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| Allegro Con Moto:
Krug, Jason,,GI |
| Selected by the Handbell Musicians of America as a music example that showcases the best in the handbell art form, Allegro con moto (fast, with motion) is lively, upbeat, and full of rhythmic drive and melodic energy. |
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| Amazing Grace:
Towner, Daniel B.,Helman, Michael,AP |
| "Amazing Grace" is a lovely setting of the beloved hymn, incorporating Grace Greater Then Our Sin, for 2-3 octave beginning handbell choir. It is appropriate for worship services and special occasions. |
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| Appassionata:
Joy, Michael W.,,BE |
| Your musicians will get the chance to focus on their musicality with this beautiful original composition. Alternating between passages both prayerful and haunting, this work is sure to elicit a deep emotional response from audience and ringer alike. |
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| Best of John Williams:
Williams, John,Wagner, Douglas E.,WB |
| This dynamite medley includes the "Theme from Close Encounters of the Third Kind", the "Olympic Fanfare and Theme", "Imperial March", "Cantina Band", and the "Star Wars" theme. |
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| Be Thou My Vision:
Traditional,Moklebust, Cathy,LC |
| Perfect for any worship or festival setting, Cathy Moklebust's lush arrangement of SLANE offers a wonderful opportunity to work on LV and legato techniques with your ringers. |
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| Celebrate With Ringing:
Mazzatenta, Michael,,AG |
| Award winning composer Michael Mazzatenta gives us an exciting original handbell piece with touches of jazz and syncopation. |
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| Come to Jesus:
Rice, Chris,Raney, Joel,HP |
| In this contemporary handbell setting, the theme of Jesus being ever present and offering comfort and hope in every circumstance is the inspirational message behind the song, making this useful in any worship setting. |
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| Crown Him With Many Crowns:
Hymn Tune,Compton, Matthew,AG |
| Filled with speedy mallet work and exciting martellatos, this arrangement of the familiar hymn comes to life for ringers and listeners alike. |
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| Deep River:
Spiritual,Morris, Hart,RO |
| A rich rendition of the classic spiritual, this arrangement by Hart Morris includes parts for optional oboe (flute, C-instrument) and/or optional cello. |
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| Eleanor Rigby:
Lennon, John & McCartney, Paul,Mallory, Ron,JH |
| The popularity of the Beatles has never waned, and this selection from our Handbells ROCK! series shows why. |
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| Every Time I Feel the Spirit:
Traditional Spiritual,Robert, Dennis,CP |
| This Bill Ingram setting is a lively spiritual that works for groups from beginning or to more advanced. It is an excellent piece for church, concert or even school. |
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| Fanfare on Darwall's 148th:
Darwall, John,Morris, Hart,CO |
| An arrangement by Hart Morris of John Darwall’s tune DARWALL'S 148th for 4–5 octave handbells. This tune is used for several texts including “Before You, Lord, We Bow,” “Christ Is Our Cornerstone,” and “On What Has Now Been Sown.” |
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| Finlandia:
Sibelius, J.,Merrett, F.,FL |
| The Maestoso from Jean Sibelius' masterpiece is here set in two separate folios for 3, or 4-5 octaves. Some dotted rhythms will require extra rehearsal for level 2, but other than this it should work up with reasonable practice time. |
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| First Noel:
English Carol,Moklebust, Cathy,JH |
| The passionate writing of Cathy Moklebust comes through in this setting of the traditional carol, written for The Raleigh Ringers Series for advanced choirs. |
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| God Bless the USA:
Greenwood, Lee,Eithun, Sandra,RO |
| Arranger Sandra Eithun has captured the spirit of this great modern patriotic song and adapted it beautifully for handbells. It is sure to become a favorite piece of handbell literature, as it can be used in just about any setting imaginable. This one is a winner! |
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| Hallelujah:
Cohen, Leonard,Raney, Joel,HP |
| This Leonard Cohen song has been covered by a number of recording artists and even made an appearance in the movie "Shrek". Known around the globe, it has become a standard inspirational song, leading Joel Raney to set it for 3-5 octave handbells and optional Handchimes and Synth. |
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| I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry:
Ylvisaker, John,Moklebust, Cathy,HP |
| Arranger Cathy Moklebust has relied heavily on John Ylvisaker’s text, using various styles and techniques to illustrate each segment, the passage of time, and God’s presence in every stage of life, from birth to death. |
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| Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho:
Traditional,Thompson, Martha Lynn,HP |
| For all of those 4 and 5 octave young ringers' choirs who have a difficult time finding fun, playable but interesting music in that octave range your search is over! Full texture, lots of fun techniques and a moderate tempo combine to make this piece a winner. Of course, more skilled choir would enjoy "ringing the walls down" as well! |
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| Joy and Elation:
Dobrinski, Cynthia,,HP |
| The sparkling rhythms and memorable melody of this easy-to-learn original composition by Cynthia Dobrinski creates an exuberant, celebratory mood. |
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| Joyful Joyful:
Beethoven, Ludwig van,Dobrinski, Cynthia,HP |
| In this jubilant setting of HYMN TO JOY, Cynthia Dobrinski incorporates a nice variety of handbell techniques to make the tune come to life. With straight ringing along with mallets, martellato, and effective shakes, the ringers and listeners alike are given a satisfying musical experience. |
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| Let Us Break Bread:
Traditional Spiritual,Helman, Michael,SF |
| Combining two well-known tunes with an original, lilting melody, Michael Helman crafted this gorgeous Communion piece that brings into focus our gratitude for Christ’s sacrifice, and our longing to commune with Him.
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| Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming:
Traditional,Eithun, Sandra,HP |
| The mystery of the holy birth is reflected in the quiet, thoughtful rendering of this beloved carol. Optional doubling of Handchimes on several chords enhances the tender nature of this 3-5 octave setting. |
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| Majesty and Glory of Your Name:
Various,Ingram, Bill,RO |
| This classic from the pen of Tom Fettke is one of the most used anthems ever. Bill Ingram’s arrangement is very true to the original and stands alone as it is; however, it is also compatible with many choral editions and may be used to accompany choral groups. |
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| My Shepherd's Amazing Grace:
Various,Dennis, Karissa,HP |
From arranger Karissa Dennis, here is a delightful medley of two beloved hymns, “My Shepherd Will Supply My Need” and “Amazing Grace". This is a unique spin on these familiar tunes that tell of a loving God who drives away our fears and brings us everlasting life.
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| O Come All Ye Faithful:
Wade, John,Keller, Michael,HP |
| A high-energy celebration from beginning to end, this Michael Keller setting joyfully calls us to welcome the birth of Christ. |
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| O Sing a Song of Bethlehem:
Traditional,Phillips, Judy,LC |
| This alluring arrangement gives both treble and bass ringers opportunities to ring the melody. |
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| Pirates of the Caribbean:
Badelt, Klaus,McChesney, Kevin,JH |
| "Shiver Me Timbers!" It's an arrangement of the movie music from Disney's blockbuster hit, "Pirates of the Caribbean"! |
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| Rhythmic Praise:
Krug, Jason,,AG |
| This upbeat original piece was commissioned by the Handbell Musicians of America Area 7 in honor of their Area Chair, Lori Potter. |
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| Sesame Street Theme:
Raposo, Joe,Glasgow, Michael,CP |
| Bring “sunny days” to your concerts and festivals with this fun arrangement of the timeless song from “Sesame Street.” First appearing on television in 1969, this beloved children’s educational program has an engaging theme known intergenerationally. Add the optional drums and/or Boomwhackers, and invite Elmo and Big Bird! |
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| Singin In the Rain:
Brown, Nacio Herb & Freed, Arthur,Tervo, Brian,AP |
| First introduced in the late 1920s and later used as a centerpiece for the 1952 MGM film of the same name, "Singin' in the Rain", arranged by Brian Tervo, is a tune that many Americans recognize and associate with the movie scene where Gene Kelly joyously danced and splashed through puddles during a rainstorm. |
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| So Glorious and Free:
Radford, Betty,,FM |
| "So Glorious and Free" is a Canadian soundscape for handbells featuring the rich heritage of Canada. It includes music material from four traditional Canadian songs: Land of the Silver Birch, I’se the B’y,
À la Claire Fontaine, Ho Ho Watanay, and fragments of the Canadian National Anthem, “O Canada.” |
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| Spirit of Freedom:
Traditional Scottish Melody,Wilson, Malcolm C.,FL |
| "Spirit of Freedom" is based on a traditional Scottish tune "Hey Tuttie Tatie", which, according to tradition, was played by King Robert Bruce's army at the battle of Bannockburn in 1314. Please note that the trumpet score is printed in the concert key, not transposed for the trumpet, and there is no separate trumpet score. |
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| Spring Sea:
Miyagi, Michio,Arai, Hirotaka,SI |
| For the 17th International Handbell Symposium, Vancouver, Canada 2016. |
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| Standin In the Need of Prayer:
Traditional Spiritual,Hurlbutt, Patricia,BE |
| Patricia Hurlbutt’s arrangement of the popular spiritual is fun for listeners, and a good challenge for your ringers. The swing feel predominates for most of the piece, providing a nice sense of flow throughout. |
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| Star Spangled Banner:
Smith, John Stafford,Behnke, John A.,AG |
| Commissioned for the 2012 Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar and played by Seminar ringers at the Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati, Ohio, this arrangement is a fantastic opener for a concert, patriotic service, or a Major League Baseball game! |
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| Tell the Story:
Various,Dennis, Karissa,RW |
| This Level 2 setting by Karissa Dennis combines the favorite hymns "I Love to Tell the Story" and "How Firm a Foundation" into a terrific selection for developing choirs. |
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| Thine Is the Glory:
Handel, George F.,Tucker, Margaret R.,CG |
This arrangement of the familiar, triumphant hymn features bells, as well as optional organ, brass, choir and congregation.
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| This Little Light Of Mine:
,Morris, H.,RR |
| Pull out the mallets for this bright, festive arrangement of the traditional spiritual. The first ten measures are mallets only; then the melody enters, being rung in the treble clef. |
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| Wade In the Water:
Traditional Spiritual,Tucker, Benjamin,AP |
| Combining this well-known spiritual with a fast, yet "bluesy" feel creates a fun and exciting experience for players and listeners alike. |
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