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For ensembles who like to travel light, Eight Bells a-Ringing is ideal. Bells needed (9):G5-A6 (including both F6 and F#6). These arrangements capture the joy, excitement, dignity, peace, and merriment of Christmastide.

Eight Bells A-Ringing - Christmas

Handbells Ensemble Collection

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Features of this original composition include an Andante section and a section written in canon style, 16th note rhythms mixed with eighth, quarter and half notes, and the toll swing technique. There is open structure throughout the 52 measures. This piece is written in Eb Major.

Let Us Begin Anew

3 Octave Handbells

"I Surrender All" is an old standard for congregational singing.  This arrangement uses harmonies that are non-traditional at times, even jazzy.  Ringers who can weave will find that this skill is a bonus.  Meant for any season, this piece expresses the feeling of surrender to a higher power.  Play it like you mean it!  32 measures.  Key of C Major.

I Surrender All

Shenandoah is one of the most recognizable American folk songs, dating from the early-to-mid 19th century. Although the exact origin is unclear, the tune likely began with the French-Canadian fur traders traveling down the Missouri River, with the earliest recorded lyrics telling the story of one of those voyagers who was in love with the daughter of the Native American chief Skenandoa. Over the years, other lyrics emerged, linking the tune to riverboat men, cavalrymen, and Civil War soldiers from both sides. In 2015, new lyrics referencing the Shenandoah River Valley were written and it was adopted as the official state song of Virginia. This arrangement features handbells, handchimes, and optional flute. With minimal techniques, ringers can focus on musicality and interpretation, bringing out the melody and allowing the accompaniment to flow gently underneath. The flute part is included, but is not reproducible; please purchase an extra copy for your flutist.

Shenandoah

5-7 Octave Handbells

Arranger Bill D. Dugger uses aspects of music not traditionally included in handbell music. In this rendition of every child's "favorite piano piece," all notes are to be played with mallets on tabled bells. A bright 27 measures, this piece is arranged in Eb Major and F Major.

Heart And Soul

A short (40 measures) rendition of the traditional English humn melody. Set in D and E flat major with chordal and polyphonic accompaniment. Martellatos are scored for effect.

This Is My Father's World

This beloved Christmas carol originated in Cornwall county, England during the 13th or 14th century. It is thought that the tune was composed for or inspired by a Miracle Play, one of the earliest forms of theater which dramatized favorite Bible stories. The tune was first transcribed and published in its current form in 1823 by William Sandys, with additional new lyrics by Davies Gilbert, thereby bringing it into the modern era. Billy Brandt's arrangement, commissioned by the Badger State Girls Choir (Neenah, WI), features a straightforward handbell part, unison voices, and a flute obbligato. Although only the first two verses are included in the arrangement, it would be very easy to adapt the piece for use as accompaniment to the hymn. The First Noel was written as an expression of excitement and wonder at the birth of the Christ Child and although today’s world is very different from the time when this carol was first sung, we still sing ... and play it ... for the same reasons. The flute part is included, but is not reproducible; please purchase an extra copy for your flutist.

The First Noel

5 Octave Handbells

Copyright Year

This traditional children's song has been set for a beginning handbell or handchime choir. There is a single key change from G to C, but no other bell changes. A few eighth notes at the end may be omitted depending on the ability of the group.

Au Claire De La Lune

2 Octave Handbells

There are actually three arrangements of the English carol in this folio: a very easy warm-up or practice version, an easy Level 1 version, and a more developed Level 2 version.  All are perfect for the beginning choir as they build up their ringing skills. 33 measures in length, this work is scored in G Major.

Greensleeves

Contemporary Christian composer Lanny Wolfe's classic song is here set for 2 octaves with flute. The score is open and light and easy to read. 42 measures with repeats, this arrangement is set in G Major. A separate flute score is included.

Surely The Presence Of The Lord Is In This Place

This setting of an old English melody would make a great opening selection for your Christmas program.  Short and fun, it is sometimes like a game of "hide-and-seek", allowing the listener to reminisce about childhood.  Gripping yet simple, this piece will bring the JOY of Christmas to every heart!  Key of G major.  31 measures.

Christmas Is Coming

How many things can you do to change the well-known "Jingle Bells"?  This joyous romp includes meter changes and "Over the River and Through the Woods" as a partner song.  This novelty arrangement is not technically difficult but still challenging, as attention to detail is important.  There is no separate flute score, but the arranger suggests that an available flute could play the top treble line.  53 measures.  Key of C Major.

Jingle Bells Over The River And Through The Woods

"The Gift of Love" is based on an old Italian folk melody that has also been used in ballads in many other countries.  Attention to dynamics and the few techniques called for will lend spice to both religious and secular performances.  Begins in the key of C Major, then modulates through Bb Major to Eb Major.  45 measures.

The Gift Of Love

This German Easter hymn is perfect for a beginning group with small numbers. The piece is very straight-forward, the dynamics are simple, and there are no skills involved other than ringing.  40 measures in length, it is scored in G Major.

Come To The Gospel Feast

This original piece by Bill Dugger is written for Palm Sunday.  Celebratory and triumphant at the start, the piece contains several martellatos and could also be played with mallets as marked.  There are hints of the Crucifixion here, as the marts call to mind the pounding of the spikes.  A very effective piece, it is well worth the work.  48 measures.

He Rode A Donkey

Set in c minor and 3/4 meter, this original composition is scored in easy rhythms and open scoring. It is 56 measures with repeats.

Mary's Simple Song

This arrangement of the Christmas favorite stays close to the original true.  There is a single key change, but no advanced skills are required  just the standard ringing and the joy of the song! The harmonies and basically traditional.  Enjoy this arrangement, and share it with your listeners!  Scored in G Major and Ab Major, this piece is 42 measures.

There's A Song In The Air

The Largo movement, the most familiar part of Dvorak's "New World" symphony, it is also called Goin' Home. The two arrangements in this folio (one a Level 1, the other Level 2) achieve the beautiful open harmonies of the original while still being playable by most beginning choirs.

Dvorak's Largo

This original work from Bill Dugger is comprised of four movements, with each movement representing a month on the Spring calendar  March, April, May and June.  Each movement has a distinctive feel, creating the imagery and emotion of Spring's arrival and full glory.  There are not many difficult techniques, as the music is fairly challenging on its own.  This work is perfect for a Spring concert or massed ringing event. It is 132 measures total.

Spring Suite

Arranger Bill D. Dugger uses aspects of music not traditionally included in handbell music. An unusual use of the staccato articulation is called for in this arrangement of the familiar Christmas carol - staccatos are to be table damped instead of plucked, malleted, or thumb damped. A flute part, included in the score, adds extra enjoyment. A total of 50 measures, this arrangement is scored in Bb Major.

Go Tell It On The Mountain

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