Nowell Nowell Nowell

An optional Hand Drum adds appeal to this merry arrangement by William Gross.

Composer: French Carol
Arranger: Gross, William E.
Octaves: 2-3
Level: 3-
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Invocation

The word invocation can mean a prayer for guidance or blessing at the start of a service or ceremony.

Composer: Joy, Michael
Octaves: 5-7
Level: 3+
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Calypso on Sing to the Lord of Harvest with For the Fruit of All Creation

Composer: Various
Arranger: Waldrop, Tammy
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3-
Publisher: Hope Publishing Co.

Resilience

From Joshua 1:9: “…Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” ”Resilience" is a musical painting of the journey of life, and of a resilient soul.

Composer: Guebert, Alex
Octaves: 3-7
Level: 4+
Publisher: Choristers Guild

Christmas Flourish

A Christmas Flourish is your perfect holiday concert opener. This dazzling piece is only a little over a minute long, but perfectly sets up your audience for an exciting ride. An optional repeat make the song suitable for a processional.

Composer: Tucker, Sondra K.
Octaves: 5-7
Level: 3
Publisher: Casa Publications

Bare Necessities (Jungle Book Theme)

Everyone remembers this classic song from “The Jungle Book”. It got a modern update in Disney's 2016 reboot of the film, and now Kevin McChesney brings this fresh new version to handbells.

Composer: Gilkyson, Terry & Debney, John
Arranger: McChesney, Kevin
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3+
Publisher: Jeffers Publishing

Bare Necessities (Jungle Book Theme)

Joy to the World Peal

This familiar Hymn is arranged for bells (duet, quartet, sextet or octet) with organ trumpet and timpani. Includes full score & instrumental parts.

Composer: Mason, Lowell
Arranger: Moore, Boude
Octaves: 4
Level: NA
Publisher: Cantabile Press

Coventry Carol

England gave us this traditional carol, and what a lovely gift it is. Commissioned by the All American Boys Chorus, your audience will be enchanted with the arpeggios of sound over a strong bass line.

Composer: Traditional English Carol
Arranger: Maggs, Charles
Octaves: 3
Level: NA
Publisher: Cantabile Press

He Shall Feed His Flock

Taken from the Messiah, this well-known melody paired with the beautiful sound of bells makes this an unforgettable arrangement.

Composer: Handel, G. F.
Arranger: Moore, Boude
Octaves: 4
Level: NA
Publisher: Cantabile Press

Lenten Prelude

Using handbells or handchimes, this is the perfect response to “Lenten Carol.” Written for trio but expandable to quintet or for trio with piano.

Composer: Homilius, Gottfried August
Arranger: Moore, Boude
Octaves: 4
Level: NA
Publisher: Cantabile Press

Lenten Carol

The Legend of the Rose lies at the root of this lovely trio. Experienced ringers will like that this is only medium in difficulty, while beginners will find a little practice makes for a beautiful performance.

Composer: Tschaikovsky, Peter Ilyich
Arranger: Moore, Boude
Octaves: 4
Level: NA
Publisher: Cantabile Press

Coventry Carol

This is the handbell score for the performance using handbells, ogran, orchestra. The reviewer does not know how these parts fit together. Rent orchestra parts from National. Orchestra reduction for organ by David Livingston.

Composer: Carol
Arranger: Bartsch, Jr., J.
Octaves: 5
Level: NA
Publisher: National Music Publications

Creator of Light

This tone poem creates music and sounds representative of the glorious “Aurora Borealis.” Use of singing bell, echoes, suspended bells, LV, and more adds to the creativity of the work. Nicely placed handchime notes and many opportunities for expression provide a lovely ‘image’ of the aurora borealis painting the sky.

Composer: Stroobach, Erwin
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3
Publisher: From the Top Music

Drive

"DRIVE" is scored for 4-7 octaves, with 3 optional percussion parts -- cajón, bongos, shaker -- and optional bass guitar. It is rhythmic and flashy and exciting! The melody and spirit of the piece lends a bit of an Irish flair.

Composer: Guebert, Alex
Octaves: 4-7
Level: 5+
Publisher: From the Top Music

Sonnet

Sonnet is a musical expression of the poem form, with fourteen five-syllable verses per stanza.

Composer: Tucker, Sondra
Octaves: 5
Level: 3+
Publisher: Casa Publications

Sonnet

Ave Maria von Arcadelt

Ave Maria de Arcadelt is an ancient tune that has been recast in a choral setting by Franz Liszt. The simple tune shines in contrasting the timbres of handbells and handchimes in various registers.

Composer: Liszt, Franz
Arranger: Tucker, Sondra
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 2
Publisher: Casa Publications

Ave Maria von Arcadelt

Sinfonia

Trio Invention # 12 by J. S. Bach has been arranged for unaccompanied handbell TRIO. This will be a challenge for any trio to play it cleanly and at tempo – but audiences will find it delightful!

Composer: Bach, Johann Sebastian
Arranger: Purvis, Jasmine
Octaves: 5
Level: NA
Publisher: From the Top Music

Sinfonia

We Need a Little Christmas

This Jerry Herman song from the musical, “Mame,” has been delightfully arranged for handbells and handchimes. This will be a great addition to your holiday concerts.

Composer: Herman, Jerry
Arranger: Mallory, Ron
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3+
Publisher: From the Top Music

Percussive Promenade

Geared toward developing groups who have a little more proficiency with eighth note patterns, this march-like tune includes several stopped-sound techniques.

Composer: Lamb, Linda R.
Octaves: 2-5
Level: 2+
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Up and Down

Just like the title suggests, developing ringers are introduced to several ringing techniques that help them establish a method for picking up handbells to ring and perform other techniques like Swing, or LV then putting them back down to execute additional techniques such as Malleting on the table and Marts.

Composer: Hanson, Nicholas A.
Octaves: 3
Level: 1
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Hatikvah

This wonderful arrangement of Israel’s national anthem includes two distinct sections. The first is moderately slow and flowing while the second is livelier and majestic.

Composer: Biado, Giuseppino del
Arranger: Austin, Brenda E.
Octaves: 2-3
Level: 2+
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Tranquility and Triumph

These two titles and moods both have the same goal: reading and ringing chords containing intervals with seconds.

Composer: Joy, Michael & Krug, Jason
Octaves: 3
Level: 1
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Sing We Now of Christmas

Arranger, Brian Childers, blends Singing Bell, Random Ringing, Echo, Malleting, and Marts along with the captivating French carol, NOEL NOUVELET into an intricate web of exhileration and happiness.

Composer: French Carol
Arranger: Childers, Brian
Octaves: 3-7
Level: 3-
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Lullay Thou Son of Mary

This is a simple, yet moving pairing of the CONVENTRY CAROL with GREENSLEEVES.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Shenenberger, Marilyn
Octaves: 3, 5 or 6
Level: 2-
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Three Tunes for Six Ringers Vol 2

Following the format of Volume 1 (G-8774) ST. GEORGE’S WINDSOR, HYFRYDOL and ST. LOUIS are uniquely set for six ringers in this edition.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Lamb, Linda R.
Octaves: 3
Level: 2
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Joseph's Lullaby

This is an accesible and beautiful handbell arrangement of Kevin Keil’s choral setting of Joseph’s Lullaby.

Composer: Keil, Kevin
Arranger: Walker, Amanda
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 2-
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Lullay Thou Son of Mary

This is a simple, yet moving pairing of the CONVENTRY CAROL with GREENSLEEVES.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Shenenberger, Marilyn
Octaves: 3, 5 or 6
Level: 2-
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Pat-a-Pan

This lively, energetic version of BURGUNDIAN CAROL opens with rhythmic malleting. The melody is then introduced on handchimes.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Compton, Matthew
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3+
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Call to Heaven

Composer: Various
Arranger: Compton, Matthew & Erdman, Jacob
Octaves: 3-6
Level: 3
Publisher: Beckenhorst Press, Inc.

Angels We Have Heard on High

Venerable composer, Bob Burroughs, delivers 36 measures of joy in his arrangement of this traditional French carol. This is an ideal selection for a smaller ensemble for Christmas worship or for a holiday concert.

Composer: Traditional French Carol
Arranger: Burroughs, Bob
Octaves: 2
Level: 2-
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Gaudete

Here is a piece with action, adventure, excitement! Masterfully crafted, this invigorating, original work is destined to become a classic.

Composer: Krug, Jason
Octaves: 3-6
Level: 3+
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Humoresque

Transcribed for handbells Estonian composer Elo Kesküla, this setting will keep ringers engaged and listeners enchanted. Humoresque would a delightful addition for a concert setting.

Composer: Dvorak, Antonin
Arranger: Keskula, Elo
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

All Blessings Flow

OLD HUNDRETH never seemed so avant-garde. Captivating ostinati are gradually layered in this lovely and unusual arrangement of "Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow."

Composer: Bourgeois, Louis
Arranger: Atteberry, John
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 3-
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Byzantine Christmas

This tender composition for small ensemble has a modal tonality and a chant-like feel by the Italian composer, Leonello Capodaglio. It is an ideal choice for a seasonal ensemble or developing group.

Composer: Capodaglio, Leonello
Octaves: 2
Level: 2-
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

O Come All Ye Faithful

This an outstanding choice for Christmas worship and for a concert setting. Bob Burroughs utilizes both handbells and piano in this stunning arrangement of ADESTE FIDELES

Composer: Wade, John F.
Arranger: Burroughs, Bob
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 2+
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

Canticle for a New Day

Composer Derek Hakes has given us a cheerful piece in mixed meter. Following an ABA form with a slower, relaxed middle section sandwiched between a rhythmic, this edition will be a welcome challenge for ringers and a delight for listeners.

Composer: Hakes, Derek K.
Octaves: 3-7
Level: 3+
Publisher: G.I.A. Publications, Inc.

We Are Done

The Madden Brothers’ pop rock hit “We Are Done” is deftly captured in this spirited rendition by Kathleen Wissinger. Driving rhythms and full harmonies make it ideal for high school and college groups as well as for community and advanced ensembles. This boisterous contemporary song speaks of yearning to be recognized and valued without judgement: “No, we won't just go back Home without you hearing The sound when the many say, 'We are done.'”

Composer: Madden, B. & Madden, J. & Valentine, Eric
Arranger: Wissinger, Kathleen
Octaves: 4-6
Level: 3+
Publisher: ringTrue

We Are Done

Suite for Handbells A Festival Day In Japan

“A Festival Day in Japan” by Katsuhiro Tsubono arranged by Kazuo Ota. A very quiet opening. This piece uses many different techniques.

Composer: Tsubono, Katsuhiro
Arranger: Ota, Kazuo
Octaves: 5
Level: NA
Publisher: Seibunsha International

Solo Book, The

The unbeatable team of Christine Anderson and Anna Laura Page have created this wonderful collection of handbell solos suitable for beginning and intermediate solo ringers. This is a great resource for any soloist, providing valuable repertoire for experienced solo ringers and a good beginning for those just starting out.

Composer: Various
Arranger: Anderson, Christine & Page, Anna Laura
Octaves: 3
Level: NA
Publisher: Ring Out Press

Solo Book, The

Fruit of the Spirit

Your singers will learn all about the “Fruit of the Spirit,” as listed in Galations 5:22-23: “Spirit fruit is what we need, fill your basket full!” Options for brand-new ringers through competent Level 1 ringers involve all of your groups in one presentation.

Composer: Wissinger, Kathleen
Octaves: 1-5
Level: 1
Publisher: ringTrue

Fruit of the Spirit

Divine Love

This piece is inspired by 1 Corinthians 12:13 where Jesus stated the "greatest of these is love”. The basis of this tune is from Love Devine. The theme is constant, but the listeners ear continually has to search for the tune, just as we must listen for the voice of God within us.

Composer: Prichard, Roland
Arranger: Dahlgran, James
Octaves: 3-5
Level: 2
Publisher: Jim Dalgran