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Advent and Lent Carols


Various, arr. Sherry, Mark, Meadowlark Melodies

This two-piece folio includes "Were You There" (for Lent) and "Coventry Carol" (for Advent). Malleting on suspended bells is featured in the Lent carol for a shimmering effect. The Advent carol requires no page turns.

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MMEAAM116 $4.50  

Ah Holy Jesus


Cruger, J., arr. Kellermeyer, D., High Meadow Music Publishing

The tune HERZLIEBSTER JESU is imaginatively set for the level II choir.

Item # Detail Price Qty. Disc
MHM01025 $3.25  

Beginning Handbells for Children - Lent and Easter


Day, D., Your Song Press

This series is designed to help young people read Lent and Easter melodies and hear their particular pitches within the context of that melody. This is not like any other series for young people. Titles in the collection are: "Ride on a Donkey, The Last Supper, Garden Prayer, At Calvary, and On Easter Day."

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MYS7701 HB or Chimes/Piano/C Instrument/Collection $9.99  

Christ Has Arisen Alleluia


Tanzanian, arr. Hurlbutt, Patricia, G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Lively and with a joyous sense of celebration, this traditional song from Tanzania will be a divine addition to any Easter celebration. Handbell musicians will enjoy the driving rhythm. Worshippers will be uplifted by the simple, yet beautiful, African melody.

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MGIG9306 2-3 oct HB $4.95  

Come to the Gospel Feast


German Easter Hymn, arr. Dugger, Bill, Meadowlark Melodies

This German Easter hymn is perfect for a beginning group with small numbers. The piece is very straight-forward, the dynamics are simple, and there are no skills involved other than ringing.

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MMEAAM193 2 Octave Handbells $3.75  

Cross, The


Gross, William, Flagstaff Publishing

This reverent original work effectively expresses the sacred nature of its title.

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MFLHB629 3 to 5 Octave Handbells $4.25  

Crown Him With Many Crowns


Elvey, George, arr. Dugger, Bill, Meadowlark Melodies

Based on Revelations 19:12, this is an Easter piece based on a melody by George Elvey (1868). The hymn tune's original melody was titled Diademata.

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MMEAAM204 2 Octave Handbells. $3.75  

Essay for Bells


Dare, John C., Dare Team Press

This simple original composition may also be titled "Essay for Chimes," "Christmas Joy," or "Easter Joy." The musical score is in large print and very easy to read. The melody is in both upper and lower registers accompanied mainly by chords. There is only one accidental (G#6).

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MDT1012 Handbells or Handchimes. $4.50  

Flagstaff Collections Volume 12


Various, arr. Gross, William, Flagstaff Publishing

Four unique introits scored for bells and voices are offered in this Lent and Easter collection ((What Wondrous Love is This, And He Never Said a Mumblin Word, Up From the Grave He Arose, He's Alive). Each introit includes solo or unison voice, and some offer extra instrument options.

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MFLSBC112 3-5 Oct. $6.95  

Gethsemane's Prayer


Eithun, S., Jeffers Publishing

"Thoughtful and distant" is the character marking given to this original compostition. The 3/4 meter lilt of the music and subtle dynamic shading reflect Christ's pathos in Gethsemane's garden. The work's 59 measures lends itself to a meditative spot in worship.

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MJHS9281 $3.75  

Go to Dark Gethsemane and Strife Is O'er


Various, arr. Krug, Jason W., G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Go to Dark Gethsemane and The Strife is Oer are the two titles for Lent and Easter in one edition by Jason W. Krug. Accessible and engaging, both may be rung back to back or separately. A compatible 2 or 3 octave version is also available, G-9954.

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MGIG9954 2 or 3 Oct HB or HC $4.95  
MGIG9955 3-5 Oct HB or HC $4.95  

He Arose


Lowry, Robert, arr. Nelson, Susan, Ring Out Press

Susan Nelson's arrangement expresses so well the varying moods of this beloved hymn, from “Low in the grave He lay” to “Up from the grave He arose!”

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MRO3315 3, 4, or 5 Octave Handbells with Optional 3 or 4 Octave Handchimes. $4.50  

In the Garden


Traditional, arr. McChesney, Kevin , Ringing Word Publications

A staccato effect in an unhurried tempo offers up initial accompaniment to this beloved hymn tune.

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MRW8204 $4.50  

Joy Dawned Again on Easter Day


Latin, arr. McBride, M., Flagstaff Publishing

The Latin title for this work is Puer Nobis Nascitur. The arranger combines open 5ths and 4ths to create an opening, chromatic fanfare in full texture and fortissimo dynamic. The beat is often shifted by use of ties over the bar lines.

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MFLHB177 $4.00  

Lament


Dare, John C., Dare Team Press

"Lament", a Level 1 original composition for a two octave choir, is most effective with both handbells and handchimes. Although suitable for general use, this piece in G-minor would be especially appropriate for Lent or a funeral.

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MDT1057 Handbells with Optional Handchimes or Handbells and Handchimes. $3.95  

Lenten Prayers


Custer, Gerald, G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

This stunning work for two octaves is a masterpiece of simplicity and elegance.

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MGIG8772 2 Oct HB or HC $3.95  

Meditation on Ah Holy Jesus


Cruger, Johann, arr. Prins, Matthew, High Meadow Music Publishing

Ethereal harmonies in b minor coupled with a gentle pulse in 3/4 characterize the mood of this medium-length setting of Johann Cruger's HERZLIEBSTER JESUS.

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MHM01086 $3.25  

My Shepherd Will Supply My Need


arr. McAninch, D., High Meadow Music Publishing

Simple, straight-forward and remaining in the key of Eb, this setting of the Southern Harmony tune RESIGNATION should be easy for most choirs to grasp quickly.

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MHM01026 $3.25  

Old Rugged Cross


Traditional, arr. Waldrop, Tammy, Ring Out Press

This timeless hymn is beautifully set for three, four, or five octave handbells with optional vocal solo and optional handchimes. The solo is very easy and adds greatly to the performance.

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MRO3330 3-5 Oct HB w/Opt 3 Oct HC/Vocal Solo $5.50  

Passion Chorale


Hassler, Hans L., arr. Austin, Brenda E., Red River Music

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”.

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MRRBL5084 3-6 Oct HB with Opt 3-6 Oct HC $4.95  

Passion Prelude


Various, arr. Moats, William E., G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

This lower-level medley will be a great way to use your beginning choir during the Lenten season. The minimal bell changes and easy tempos allow the choir the time to focus on musical expression of the final haunting tune.

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MGIG9125 2 Oct HB $4.25  

Prelude on Duke Street


Hatton, John, arr. Evanovich, Joshua, G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

This hymn tune is often associated with the hymns, “I Know My Redeemer Lives” and “Jesus Shall Reign” and is a most appropriate addition to any worship, especially during the Sundays of Eastertide.

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MGIG8541 2 to 3 Octave Handbells. $4.25  

Ring Together Easter


Various, arr. McChesney, Kevin, Jeffers Publishing

The Ring Together Series has met with wide approval and this volume should only increase its popularity. The five Level I tunes included are: "All Glory, Laud and Honor"; "What Wondrous Love Is This"; "Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross"; "The Strife Is O'er" and "Jesus Christ is Risen Today".

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MJHS9239 2-3 oct HB $5.95  
MJHS9259 3-5 oct HB $5.95  

Ring Together Holy Week


Various, arr. Groth, Robert & McChesney, Kevin, Jeffers Publishing

This installment of the popular Ring Together series features ten solid arrangements that musically depict the events surrounding Lent, Holy Week, and Easter.

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MJHS9499 2-3 oct HB $7.95  

Ring Together Lenten Hymns


Various, arr. McChesney, Kevin, Jeffers Publishing

The Ring Together Series continues to meet the needs of beginning bell choirs. Titles include "When I Survey", "What Wondrous Love", "Near the Cross", "The Tear" and "Were You There".

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MJHS9398 2-3 oct HB or HC Collection $5.95  

Solitude


Dare, John, Dare Team Press

This 2-octave composition will give your lower octave ringers a chance to play the melody in the first section of the piece. Although Solitude is scored for chimes and bells, it can be played with only one tone color.

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MDT1080 2 Oct HB $3.75  

There Is a Green Hill Far Away


Horsley, William, arr. Wiltse, Carl, Stained Glass Music Co.

Carl Wiltse writes "'There Is a Green Hill Far Away' was written for a beginning handbell choir that I direct. It was meant to be played during Lent, but ended up being played at the beginning of Easter morning service."

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MSTSGM154 3 Octave Handbell Part $4.00  
MSTSGM154FS Full Score/Organ Part $5.50  

Were You There When I Surveyed the Wondrous Cross


Mason, L., arr. Rogers, S. E., Ringing Word Publications

Twelve chimes in the two-octave range add interest to this setting of the African American spiritual and Lowell Mason's tune HAMBURG.

Item # Detail Price Qty. Disc
MRW8165 Spiritual $3.75  

Wondrous Love Was There


Various, arr. Eithun, Sandra, Ring Out Press

Arranger Sandra Eithun beautifully combines “What Wondrous Love is This” with “Were You There When They Crucified My Lord” to create a very effective Lenten piece.

Item # Detail Price Qty. Disc
MRO3313 3, 4 or 5 Octave Handbells with Optional 3 Octave Handchimes. $4.95