This collection contains a type of shorthand notation where either bells or chimes can quickly add color and texture to a congregational hymn. The 122-page reproducible book features 50 accompaniments that
Well-known hymn tunes LLANFAIR and LASST UNS ERFREUEN combine their alleluias in this superb Easter arrangement. Optional trumpet or brass quintet may be added, plus the use of handchimes, yielding a grand
This wonderful and versatile arrangement is designed for beginning 2-5 octave bell or chime choirs, both small and large. The tune is heard three times, with the second occurrence featuring the melody in
Teaching music with chimes or bells from the very beginning has never been more fun! This reproducible teachers edition contains 56 pages of music, exercises, teaching pages, puzzles, and games that are
The popular Chime In series continues with two gospel favorites: Just as I Am and It Is Well With My Soul. John Behnke creatively arranged both for Level 1 ringers to build their
This series continues with two well-crafted arrangements of the gospel favorites Softly and Tenderly and In the Garden. The beautiful melodies are easily heard yet surrounded by
This selection contains two arrangements - one for Lent (READHEAD/GETHSEMANE) and one for Easter (GELOBT SEI GOTT) - for two or three octaves of handchimes. Beautifully used vibrato and swing
Four dramatic G minor chords set the stage for this wonderful arrangement of the historic Coventry Carol. Julie Stitt orchestrates the piece using the tone colors of the bells, the chimes, and the
Filled with speedy mallet work and exciting martellatos, this arrangement of the familiar hymn comes to life for ringers and listeners alike. The middle section allows for reflection on the text with
This lively and easy original piece in 6/8 meter will provide a joyful beginning to a worship service or a concert. With no bell changes and consistent patterns, this piece has the potential to be
Exultation is a spirited original piece with a catchy and memorable theme. Mart lifts and mallet work make this piece dance along. Yet contrast is provided with beautiful lyric interludes. Suitable
This powerful fanfare begins with massive chords that transition into a virtuoso middle section where all bells, high, middle, and low, play the exciting 16th-note theme. It closes with a return of the
What begins lovely and lyrical soon explodes in dance-like fashion as this well-known folk tune comes to life with bells, chimes, and an optional descanting instrument. At the close, the music floats back
Wonderful variety and expressiveness characterize the arrangement of this well-known hymn. It begins in majestic E-flat major with the bass bells playing the melody. Then it moves to a contrasting C minor
Hear the true essence of Christmas with this lovely arrangement of the traditional German carol. Gently flowing eighth notes by the optional handchimes support the simple melody very effectively. Shifting
Joyance is the winner of the Handbell Musicians of America Area 2 Festival Conference Composition Contest. For 3-5 octave handbells and optional 3 octave handchimes, this catchy and rhythmic
The haunting PICARDY melody is used for this wonderful Advent or general prelude. The "alleluia" motif begins the piece and ties together two very contrasting settings of the melody. Both treble and bass
Joy springs from this Level 2 arrangement of the German carol O du froeliche for 3-5 octave handbells. The arrangement builds through three different treatments of the tune - one in 4/4, one
A beautiful musical prayer that incorporates the famous hymn, Be Still My Soul (FINLANDIA). LV's, echoes, and lyrical lines characterize this lovely and thought-provoking expression of
The hymn tune HOLY MANNA is used with a number of texts such as Brethren, We Have Met to Worship and God, Who Stretched the Spangled Heavens. Here the tune is beautifully arranged using