Ah Holy Jesus

A delicate and exposed opening gives way to a more chordal setting of the tune HERZLIEBSTER JESU in this arrangement by Jason Krug. Fresh harmonies abound as the piece builds toward a majestic climax before once more ending on a delicate note.

Ah Holy Jesus

Best of John Williams

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.

Blessed Assurance

Sondra Tucker's setting of "Blessed Assurance" creates a comforting and sustaining moment for worship.

Blessed Assurance

Blessing

Written in honor of his grandsons, this delicate original from Michael Helman is perfect for the intermediate choir looking to focus on their musicality.

Blessing

Come Christians Join to Sing

Matthew Compton has given us a rhythmic, light-hearted arrangement of the tune MADRID. Easy to learn and simply fun, this arrangement can be used throughout the year!

Come Christians Join to Sing

Darkness in the Midst of the Storm

This original work by Mary Lou Fast was created during the Covid epidemic with heartfelt compassion for how so many people were feeling sad, depressed, and lonely. It is written in F-minor and built on the foundation of an 8-measure bass (pedal) line. From that was born this introspective and moving piece.

Darkness in the Midst of the Storm

Easter Joy

Using EASTER HYMN and MIT FREUDEN ZART, here's a great piece for the Easter season.

Easter Joy

Fanfare and Intrada

"Fanfare and Intrada" is a bold and original 3-5 octave handbell composition by Jason W. Krug. The piece opens with a grand fanfare, with the bells ringing out in triumphant bursts of sound that build in intensity.

Fanfare and Intrada

For Good from Wicked

Bring the magic of Broadway into your performance space with this exquisite handbell rendition of the beloved favorite from the Broadway musical Wicked.

For Good from Wicked

Gratitude

Alex Guebert brings us achingly beautiful music filled with sophistication and a heartfelt sense of beauty in a piece that is technically very straightforward and mastered quickly.

Gratitude

Grazioso

The texture of this expressive work starts simply and then builds into a strong, fully-scored section. This section is abruptly followed by a passage of etheral sound produced by echo and mallets on suspended bells techniques. The opening material returns and builds to a strong finish.

Grazioso

Gypsy Song

All the passion and pizazz of the Hungarian Gypsy folk tune, "Jarba, Mare Jarba", is contained in this fun-to-ring arrangement--a perfect concert opener or encore! Co-arranger Glen Adkins was a missionary to the gypsy people in Hungary, inspiring this delightful work.

Gypsy Song

Hail Holy Queen

Remember the movie, Sister Act with Whoopi Goldberg? Well, hold onto your wimple, because here's "Hail, Holy Queen" ("Oh Maria") from that same movie, skillfully arranged for handbells by Kevin McChesney.

Hail Holy Queen

Hey Jude

This faithful transcription of the Beatles' 1968 hit song uses bells and optional chimes to capture the feel of the piano and guitar accompaniment of the original. Optional tambourine adds rhythmic energy.

Hey Jude

Highland Blessing

This lovely, lyrical, original work reflects Derek's gift for melody, fulfilling harmonies, and expression that are so rewarding to ringers and listeners alike. It is Rung with LV passages throughout and the addition of the optional flute is the icing on this musical cake.

Highland Blessing

In the Shadow of Your Wings

This introspective 3-6 octave handbell original is a haunting and emotional piece that explores themes of comfort, solace, and protection. The piece features a poignant melody supported by gentle harmonies and evocative textures.

In the Shadow of Your Wings

Jesus Christ Is Risen Today

Starting with a festive bell peal before launching into the well-known hymn tune, this vibrant arrangement of EASTER HYMN helps set a celebratory mood for any Easter service, concert, or festival.

Jesus Christ Is Risen Today

Jesus Lover of My Soul

Karen Buckwalter's exquisite setting of the hymn tune ABERYSTWYTH is not to be missed! Playable on handbells alone, a richer sound is achieved by adding in the optional piano and optional flute or oboe.

Jesus Lover of My Soul

Jubilant Praise

We welcome Jantz Black to the Hope catalogue with this energetic, original composition featuring an array of techniques sure to appeal to bell choirs and listeners.

Jubilant Praise

Jubilation Fanfare

This original work by Sandra Eithun is lively and uplifting. It is scored for 3 to 5 octaves of handbells and optional 3 octaves of chimes.

Jubilation Fanfare

Just Because He Lives

This fresh, accessible setting of the Gaither's "Because He Lives" is written for Level 2+ handbells and optional piano.

Just Because He Lives

Lead On O King Eternal

"Lancashire" hymn tune by Henry Smart has never seen a more "happy and dance-like" rendition of his tune than this arrangement by Judy Philips. The driving energy, playful syncopation,well-placed staccatos, and strong textures all contribute to the joyful nature of the work.

Lead On O King Eternal

Lord Now Sends Us Forth

This uplifting arrangement of the Central American folk melody "Enviado soy de Dios" (ENVIADO) is flexible and accessible. The underlying malleted rhythm pattern is very repetitive, making it easy to learn. Techniques abound with martellato, mallets, shakes, and LV.

Lord Now Sends Us Forth

Love Will Keep Us Together

This hit song from the 1970s has been artfully arranged for handbells and is true to the original work. A very effective mix of stopped sounds and ringing makes this a delightful work, perfect for your next concert.

Love Will Keep Us Together

Mamma Mia

First, it was a huge hit by the supergroup ABBA. Then it was part of the smash Broadway musical of the same name. Now, it's a fun and exciting addition to our Handbells ROCK series!

Mamma Mia

Near to the Heart of God

Commissioned for RingFest (an annual advanced-level youth festival in Ohio), this work blends together the beloved hymn tunes McAFEE and BETHANY with flowing lines, rich harmony, and abundant expressive opportunities. The arrangement includes an optional (reproducible) choral tag, an unexpected performance option that closes the piece with the ringers and/or additional vocalists singing an unaccompanied stanza of "Nearer, My God, to Thee"; this is especially compelling in massed-ringing festival settings.

Oh Happy Day

Ringers and audiences will love this groovy arrangement of the gospel standard by Edwin Hawkins which has been skillfully arranged by Tammy Waldrop.

Oh Happy Day

Palm Sunday Festival

Celebrate Jesus' entry into Jerusalem with this medley of several well-known Palm Sunday tunes.

Palm Sunday Festival

Passion Chorale

Arranger Brenda Austin has given us a very lovely, although not overly difficult, setting of this great work, also known as “O Sacred Head Now Wounded”.

Passion Chorale

Pax

“Pax”, of course, means peace, and this original from the talented pen of Kyle Webber is peaceful, flowing, and prayerful.

Pax

Praise to the Lord the Almighty

Alternating between 6/8 and 3/4 meters and accompanied by energetic LV eighth-note patterns, this sparkling arrangement of LOBE DEN HERREN is a thrilling addition to the handbell repertoire.

Praise to the Lord the Almighty

Praise to the Lord the Almighty

This approachable setting of the hymn tune LOBE DEN HERREN is perfect for use throughout the church year.

Praise to the Lord the Almighty

Psalm 139

Psalm 139 is among those which are addressed to the "leader" or "choirmaster". The language assures us that God knows us thoroughly and in all situations, doing so by employing contrasting ideas: 'when I sit / when I rise'; 'if I go up to the heavens / if I make my bed in the depths'; 'If I rise on the wings of the dawn / surely the darkness of night will hide me.'

Psalm 139

Recollection

Selected for the 17th International Handbell Symposium 2016 in Vancouver, Canada, Recollection is a soothing, lyrical composition with flexible instrumental options. Recollection is excellent for teaching musicality and expressive musicianship.

Recollection

Rejoice the Lord Is King

This powerful setting of DARWALL'S 148TH is a perfect choice for the Easter season or any time something bold and celebratory is called for.

Rejoice the Lord Is King

Simplicity

Matthew Compton’s "Simplicity" was written for a dear friend who exemplifies humility, love, and kindness. This piece is a very accessible work that any group can put together in just a few rehearsals!

Simplicity

Soul Search

Fred Gramann has crafted a unique and creative setting of the American folk hymn "Poor Wayfaring Stranger" for handbells. It begins with only a hint of the tune in quarter notes while using the swing technique on sustained notes as the foundation for a gradual increase in energy through eighth notes and triplets.

Soul Search

Spirit's Love

Perfect for any worship but especially for Pentecost, this setting incorporates "O Love That Will Not Let Me Go"; "Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart"; and "Spirit of the Living God". Suspended mallets and handchimes evoke a reverent, gentle spirit to these beautifully crafted hymns.

Spirit's Love

Sweet Hour of Prayer with Softly and Tenderly

Sweet Hour of Prayer with Softly and Tenderly

Thy Presence My Light

The hymn tunes SLANE and PROSPECT are combined into a rich musical tapestry that takes listeners on a musical journey, which ends on a bold, triumphant note as the two tunes are played against one another, yielding a satisfying overall effect.

Thy Presence My Light

Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

Originally written in 1922, "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" has since become a popular chorus in the praise and worship genre and has been recorded by many well-known contemporary acts.

Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

Yesterday

This timeless classic from the Beatles is one of the most recorded tunes of all time, and it's easy to understand why with this arrangement from the Handbells ROCK! series.

Yesterday