Sacred Handbell Music

This tone poem begins with the mournful tolling of bells reflecting our painful experience when handbells could not ring during the pandemic. Sheer joy that we can ring together again... view details

Six hymns are arranged for eight handbells in this collection that covers the church year. Tunes: HAMBURG; DUKE STREET; HYFRYDOL; NUN KOMM, DER HEIDEN HEILAND; VOM HIMMEL HOCH; WIE SCHON LEUCHTET; AN

This arrangement of the tune FAITHFULNESS has two sections, one that flows along and another that is joyfully malleted, portraying God's unchanging faithfulness and our joyful response to such underserved

Arranged for small ensembles, here are eight tried-and-true hymns for 12 bells. Playable by three to six ringers using music stands or tables, the bells range from F5 to C7 and vary in key. Tunes include

This baptismal hymn to the tune BACHOFEN uses a motive of two martellato chords on beats three and four to emphasize the power of baptism in our lives. The melody begins in the upper treble, moves to the

This accessible medley of three shepherd-themed hymn tunes uses a small number of bells but is large in creativity. Several meter and tempo changes provide variety and contrast, while optional handchimes

Combining the well-known hymn by Arthur Sullivan with the famous Trumpet Tune of Henry Purcell, this setting is ideal for ensembles searching for something a little different. After a stately

A brief chordal statement of the hymn tune AURELIA gives way to a full treatment in an unexpected ¾ time with a syncopated underpinning. The melody travels throughout the ensemble, giving all your

This original tune is based on Exodus 15:11 and features energetic and rhythmic drive throughout. The melody passes between all sections of the ensemble, and the varied techniques will keep ringers on their

This beautiful pairing of OLD 100th with the traditional tune JESUS IN THE MORNING is a true joy to experience. Lush harmonies abound throughout, highlighting the delicate scoring of the melody. An

This creative and beautiful arrangement of this beloved tune is a true delight! An opening interplay between bells and the optional flute depicts the titular bird before giving way to the melody on chimes.

This reproducible collection includes five accessible solos based on general hymns appropriate most any time during the church year. Piano accompaniments are included, or are also available as a

Twelve-bell music does not have to be dull! Amazing Grace makes extensive and effective use of the singing bell technique. In the Sweet By and By contains a key change that works well. Be

This collection includes five distinctive hymn arrangements for 12 bells, appropriate for the fall season of the church year. Optional piano accompaniments are included both in print format and as a bundle

Suitable for Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, or general use, this clever arrangement combines the tunes WINCHESTER OLD and WINCHESTER NEW. A set of variations blends the two tunes. The piece begins quietly,

This upbeat, delightful setting combines an original melody with the familiar hymn HENDON. At times energetic, at times tender, always moving forward, the arrangement is a great choice for worship or

This beloved chorale is set for handbells in a series of variations that make it a wonderful piece for school, church, and festival. The varied techniques and terraced dynamics make it a great teaching

Comprising five continuous variations based on a theme from Brahms' First Symphony, this festive, stately arrangement will be useful for worship or concert. An optional B-flat trumpet descant adds to the

In this enjoyable arrangement with syncopations and articulations that are fun to ring, the collaborative pianist is also offered an accompaniment that is fun to play. For worship or school concert, all

The interplay between bells and the C instrument gives variety and warmth to this arrangement of the hymn tune DIX. Malleted patterns and snippets of the melody in the middle section build to a grandiose

This beautiful folk medley setting employs bells and chimes and features a violin solo. The tune ENDLESS SONG takes the lead and combines with two other original melodies. In the final stanza the tunes join

This setting of the treasured hymn tune moves along in an easy, free-flowing manner. A gentle percussive rhythmic pattern underpins the melody while an optional B-flat clarinet obligato floats above.

Flowing arpeggios underscore this gentle arrangement of the Welsh tune AR HYD Y NOS. As the piece unfolds, the melody is passed around to all registers, from handbells to handchimes and back. Unexpected