This tune for handbells and handchimes begins with a bass pattern. Variations are then added before the Advent tune NUN KOMM, DER HEIDEN HEILAND is introduced. The melody continues in both treble and bass
This lovely arrangement of the tune WARUM SOLLT ICH MICH DENN GRAMEN begins thoughtfully with quiet excitement, builds to a climax, and ends in hushed awe, making a wonderful opportunity for expressive
This festive setting of WIE SCHOEN LEUCHTET begins with a simply stated melody in the bass and a cascading treble-bell peal. This is followed by a meditative middle section featuring continuously moving
This delightful arrangement of the Christmas tune AUSTRIAN CAROL is introduced with a light and joyful original melody. The first statement of the tune is supported by an LV accompaniment, followed by a
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 challenging arrangement includes hints of EIN FESTE BURG, making it a great choice for Reformation Sunday. The first verse proceeds in the expected 3/4 meter, then moves smoothly into 6/8 and
The tne ERHALT UNS, HERR, commonly associated with Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word; The Glory of These Forty Days and several other texts, is here set as a chorale arrangement with two
The arrangement of this ancient Easter hymn begins in a somber, chant-like style with subtle, free-ringing upper bells and low, humming singing bells. From there the piece grows from a simple and
This arrangement of the tune LLANFAIR is given a joyful and bright treatment worthy of Easter! Opening as a fugal presentation of the tune before blooming into the full choir, the midsection uses
Christmas Bells, by Sondra K. Tucker, is a delightful medley of three cherished carols: On This Day Earth Shall Ring (PERSONENT HODIE), I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
Scott Joplin meets Isaac Watts in this new take on Joy to the World. Bass ringers will love the boogie-woogie beat! Care must be taken to have the melody predominate as it moves through various
The ancient melody Veni Creator Spiritus evokes a mood of mystery with its gentle contour and metric freedom. In this setting, simple meter changes and countermelodies preserve the mood in an
An arrangement of David N. Johnson's tune EARTH AND ALL STARS for handbells and handchimes. This tune is used at Easter with Alleluia, Jesus Is Risen and year round with Earth and All
Here is an Easter medley that weaves together the hymn tunes LLANFAIR, CHRIST IST ERSTANDEN, and DUKE STREET. The middle section uses the singing bell technique and a canon on the ancient CHRIST IST
This varied and compelling arrangement of the well-known tune NICAEA begins with a peaceful treatment of the tune utilizing handchimes, then builds into a moving and bright, inspiring section, and finally
This setting of The Church's One Foundation in 3/4 time and cleverly combines with the well-known Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring. Useful throughout the church year and for
Processionals can provide festive treatment for any occasion. Written in the keys of D, E flat, F, and B flat, these four processionals for 3-5 octave handbells can be easily memorized, allowing the bell