Hymn of Promise

Combining handbells, keyboard and chimes, Janet Linker and Jane McFadden have created a contemplative and gentle arrangement of this lovely Natalie Sleeth tune. The introduction features bells and piano antiphonally, bringing a lovely depth to the work. Optional handchimes introduce the hymn melody with quiet accompaniment for contrast. The second verse has more motion with the hymn melody in octaves. The antiphonal theme returns and leads into Amazing Grace with chimes on the melody accompanied by malleted suspended handbells. After a modulation to C major, the final statement of Hymn of Promise returns as a handbell solo and crescendos with piano to a brilliant declaration of faith.