How Great Thou Art

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. A lovely key change transitions to handbells featuring rich, somewhat unexpected chords, tempo changes, and dynamics. The addition of bass chimes in the 2's underlays most of this arrangement, and both bells and chimes are fully involved in the glorious last verse. Lyrical and expressive musical phrases will make this a favorite in your group's repertoire.