This selection, written for the Bay View Week of Handbells, will push ringers' expressiveness and musicality to their limits. Soaring melodies and undulating accompaniment figures abound, giving the piece a
The beloved second movement of Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21 (K. 467) is commonly known as the "Elvira Madigan" concerto for its inclusion in the 1967 film of the same name. Michael J. Glasgow was
This dance-band-style original by Leroy Anderson was ranked the #1 song of 1952. Its charismatic melody, traditional tango style, and subtle blues influences captured the spirit of the era, and it became a
Master teacher, composer and conductor Bill Mathis offers a lovely handbell setting of Debussy’s exquisite Clair de Lune. While the notes are relatively easy, the piece offers great teaching
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
The tune FREU DICH SEHR is given several treatments in this exciting arrangement for Advent. From joyfully rhythmic to grandly regal, the various sections use a myriad of handbell techniques including
This programmatic original composition will be a unique addition to the concert repertoire, as it is reminiscent of movie music. Its descriptive style tells a tale of love and loss, adventure and peril, and
Composed for the 2012 International Handbell Symposium in Liverpool, England, this work is based on the tune LIVERPOOL by John Roberts. Heard throughout is a contrasting motif formed by spelling the word
This exciting work will challenge ringers and thrill listeners with its big sound, quick tempos and surprising turns of rhythm along the way. It may be played by bells alone or with optional brass quintet
This is an energetic and joyous arrangement of the tunes OLD HUNDREDTH and ST. FLAVIAN. Exciting LV eighth note patterns, rich, full chords, and the optional use of handchimes make this piece a
Arranged for the Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble of Reno, Nevada, Michael Glasgow's thrilling arrangement of this Christmas tune begins with a stately introduction, easily adapted for use as a processional
This varied arrangement of the 15th-century French processional uses randomly malleted handbells, handchimes, finger cymbals (or triangle), and chime tree to create a mystical, ethereal introduction. A
The opening section of this original work features a sweeping melody over a lush, flowing LV accompaniment. The second section is upbeat and joyful, utilizing malleting, martellato, thumb damping, and ring
In this African American spiritual, WEARY LAND has been arranged in a bluesy swing style. Perfect during Lent or most anytime during the year, this arrangement will challenge ringers with frequent
A joyful and beautiful original composition that alternates between a 3/4 and 6/8 feel. Upbeat and happy in the beginning and ending sections, with extensive use of mallets on tabled bells. A lush, restful
Written in France in 1945 and popularized in the U.S. by the film "Sabrina" starring Audrey Hepburn, this rich and sensitive signature song of singer Edith Piaf has been set for handbells and handchimes.
This delightful, joyful original composition is based on the words of Psalm 150. The main theme is introduced by handchimes and singing bells, which quickly moves to an exciting, driving rhythmic section. A
A minimum quantity of 5 is required on this title.
This exciting original work was written in memory of someone who loved to hike. It moves through several styles of ringing and musical expression, taking listeners on a hiking journey through the mountains.
Composed during the summer of 2013 for the Rooke Chapel Ringers of Bucknell University, this original work features a wide variety of ringing techniques and tempi, lush harmonies, and pulsating rhythms.
O Leave Your Sheep is an old French carol sometimes called Quittez, Pasteurs. The carol text reflects the shepherds' visitation by the angels as told in Luke 2:8-16, and the
Malleting, martellato, plucking, shaking, LV, and handchimes all play a part in this rhythmically dancing arrangement. The fiery flute and percussion parts add energy and color, making this piece a