Sacred Handbell Music

An arrangement for handbells with optional piano, this hymn tune may be found in hymnals under different titles such as Creating God; Your Fingers Trace and The Lone Wild Bird. A lyrical,

Smaller ensembles will find this reproducible folio of favorite hymns useful and fulfilling for year-round worship and even communion. Range D5-D6 or G4-D6. The optional keyboard accompaniments will enhance

The hymn tune HYFRYDOL has been paired with a variety of texts, appearing in most hymnals at least once. This setting is inspired by Charles Wesley's lyrics Love Divine, All Loves Excelling, but

Based on an 18th-century chorale tune, this energized setting features walking eighth notes in the accompaniment. The tune is also paired with a joyful original melody playable with optional flute

view details

Driven by exciting polyrhythmic patterns and ornamented with striking inner lines, this original adaptation pays tribute to the classic hymn while giving it a new voice and sound. The incorporation of

Written in celebration of a church's 175th anniversary, this original piece is lively and exuberant with a rhythmic drive and a cheerful melody. Stopped sound techniques include thumb damps, malleted bells

Church and community ensembles alike will love the sensitivity and chance for expressive ringing in this arrangement that combines the traditional Gregorian chant Ubi Caritas with Holst's THAXTED

Set in a classical style, the tune CWM RHONDDA (God of Grace and God of Glory; Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah) is simply fun from beginning to end! A study in agility and sixteenth notes,

This arrangement of the hymn tune MY SAVIOR'S LOVE is a satisfying and worthy addition to your choir's repertoire. The majestic melody is accompanied in a variety of ways from arpeggiated lines to

The hymn tunes I LOVE THEE and GORDON are set back to back, separated by a short interlude. Lyrics appear between the staves.

This arrangement of the CWM RHONDDA hymn tune includes piano accompaniment which is not optional. The handbell and piano interplay creates a full-sounding anthem using smaller resources. 

This setting of the well-known hymn begins with a quiet, free introduction then moves into the steady pace of the hymn. Optional 3-5 octave handchimes provide contrast in the middle verse. The arrangement

This simple yet pretty original will delight ringers and audiences alike. The engaging melody is first stated simply, then repeated in a variety of ways. A steady malleted bass appears at the beginning and

Enjoy this crisp, energetic, and lively adaptation of the hymn tune EBENEZER. The piece begins in A minor and offers rhythmic challenges along the way with shifts in stresses within a 12/8 meter. Optional

Beginning with chords in quartal harmony, a rhythmic bass pattern soon appears which sets the tone for the piece. The LOBE DEN HERREN hymn tune is treated to a variety of techniques and rhythmic variations

Perfect for Reformation Sunday, this accessible arrangement combines the hymns Built on the Rock and Praise to the Lord, the Almighty. Each section of the arrangement features a repeated

This one-of-a-kind piece evokes the six days of creation in word and song. Singing bells, random ringing, and familiar hymn tunes form the underscore and illustrate the text that is read from Genesis. At

Lots of fun techniques make this lively setting perfect for festive worship. Beginning with a rhythmic, malleted bass pattern that supports the KREMSER melody line, the second verse then changes character

This sparkling rendition of the hymn tune BEECHER features the melody in a syncopated 5/4 with martellato accents at the end of each phrase. The middle verse moves to 4/4, with the melody rung in the bass

After opening with delicate air malleting, the main hymn tune THOMPSON is rung as a straightforward hymn. Optional one-octave handchimes take the melody in the second verse while bells play Amazing

Triumphant and upbeat, this setting of SONNE DER GERECHTIGKEIT has limited bell changes and few rhythmic challenges, making it satisfying and easy to prepare for developing ensembles. The LV

This second collection of six hymns for eight handbells covers the church year from Advent through Easter. These arrangements may be played by two to four ringers - the score accommodates this option by

Following the success of the first collection, this second volume of hymn settings for twelve bells contains eight pieces carefully crafted for small ensembles suited for use throughout the year. The