Sacred Handbell Music

This original depicts the evolution of the ensemble that commissioned it, from ringing Level 1 music on chimes to ringing more advanced music in a variety of styles. Optional 3-6 octave handchimes add

This original work features a lyrical but poignant melody supported by a flowing accompaniment with many LV passages forming lovely progressions.  It begins in g-minor with nicely-crafted segues to

This rhythmic, expressive and elegant setting of the hymn tune, TO GOD BE THE GLORY, is the perfect arrangement for your advanced ringers to show their technical and musical skills. It is crafted for seven

"A ni sogoma" in the Bambara language of Mali means "The king is coming" – with the expectation of gathering in harmony and peace. Exultant and exciting with lots of rhythmic interest, this original

This arrangment of SINE NOMINE for solo handbells (A4-C7) and piano is majestic and well suited for All Saints Sunday.

This original piece is dedicated to Fred A. Merrett, Canadian handbell composer and director who was highly regarded throughout the handbell community. A beautiful and sensitive work, it features a poignant

The hymn tune MADRID is arranged for handbell solo with piano accompaniment and optional oboe or C instrument. The oboe and bells share and weave the melody and countermelodies beautifully throughout while

Three favorite hymn tunes containing a "walk" theme have been combined into a wonderful arrangement for Lent or other journey-themed services. Beginning with a luscious legato treatment of Jesus Walked

This unique lyrical setting of a much-loved hymn tune was written in honor of the arranger's father. It features gently rhythmic LV passages in the accompaniment supporting a rung melody. Treble echoes,

This familiar spiritual (hymn tune MCKEE) has been creatively arranged in a bold and lively setting with an expression mark that reads "Joyful fun!" The engaging melody is mostly rung with a few well-placed

Known for his arrangements of American hymn tunes, Robert Lau's setting of I Love to Tell the Story is beautifully transcribed for handbells. Mostly rung with LV passages and perfectly-placed

This beautiful, expressive, and sensitive work was inspired by the "water into wine" miracle described in John 2. The piece begins with an ethereal mix of wind chimes, singing bell, and handchimes which

Originally a stunning piano arrangement, this setting of a favorite hymn has been beautifully transcribed for handbells. It begins quietly and reflectively with just hints of the melody rung on handchimes.