As with joy, handbells can take on many colors. This arrangement brings out those different colors through the variety of techniques used to express all the sounds of the instrument. Easily learned, ringers
A minimum quantity of 4 is required on this title.
A minimum quantity of 5 is required on this title.
Loo, Asubuhi Njema is the Swahili translation of Oh, Happy Morning, a title that describes the upbeat, joyful nature of this original composition. Marts, mart lifts, mallets, shaking, LV,
Time to celebrate! Engaging and exciting sounds are enhanced by shaking, LVs, thumb damps, mallets or plucking, and martellatos, all at an upbeat tempo. Any size choir from Level 1+ on up will enjoy this
One of the most familiar rounds, Dona Nobis Pacem (Grant Us Peace) intertwines three melodies into a beautiful, peaceful work. As is common in the choral world, this arrangement presents the three
Played entirely with mallets, this happy piece is sure to be a favorite! The two editions are compatible for massed ringing events.
These two original cool jazz pieces, one in D minor and one in C minor, are sure to please! Each may be played in either a straight or swing style, which makes them great for teaching the difference. They
Rigaudon (pronounced Rih-gah-DOHN) is a lively dance for handbells with optional finger cymbals and hand drum. Filled with colorful harmonies due to a combination of both major and mixolydian modes, it
This sparkling original composition is full of wonderful techniques including echo, thumb damp and martelatto. This upbeat composition is available in two fully compatible editions, making it ideal for
This 19th-century Dakota melody is a unique addition to handbell repertoire, and is appropriate any time the focus is on creation. The arrangement is simple and plaintive, featuring repetitive rhythms, very
The eight varied yet accessible pieces in this reproducible collection can be performed separately or as an entire half-hour mini-concert. With an entertaining combination of upbeat original compositions,
This reproducible collection contains five joyous and energetic originals that will keep ringers happily busy. Excitement is enhanced through the use of a variety of handbell techniques, including one
From Handel to Mozart to Vivaldi and more, this reproducible collection offers a wide variety of selections useful for schools, business events, weddings, nursing homes and worship services. While each
Commissioned for the Handbell Musicians of America, Area 8 2016 Festival/Conference, Despite the Storm is an original composition for handbells, optional handchimes, and optional flute. It features
Written by seven master handbell composers and arrangers, this accessible, reproducible collection will be useful in schools, churches and retirement centers. The contents include a delightful variety
This reproducible collection contains pieces that have been carefully written or selected from folk, classical, and sacred repertoire to teach musical expression. In addition to being excellent teaching
This versatile reproducible collection is sure to be a hit with both handchime and handbell choirs! These creative arrangements of folk melodies are accessible for beginning groups looking to play something
This original is a jazzy, fun number where high, middle (battery), and low bells all get a chance to improvise. With catchy tunes and syncopated rhythms, the piece dances along with great opportunities
Enjoy the challenge and musicality of these three original, reproducible pieces for just eight bells (F5-F6.) Creative and intriguing, they will be useful for Lent, Pentecost, and general use. Titles
This exquisite melody was crafted by Gabriel Faure in 1890 to musically express a prayerful poem by Stephan Bordse. This lovely arrangement offers the flexibility of being rung either as a handbell solo or
This original composition is the result of a collaboration that celebrates and honors the friendships we make because of handbells. A stately eight-measure introduction may be repeated as a processional if
Commissioned by Handbell Musicians of America Area 8 for the June 2014 "Ring Davenport" festival, this original work takes its name from the marking "Tempo Giusto," meaning "the proper tempo." Marts,
This striking original was composed for Houston Bronze and premiered at the 2015 national Pinnacle event. Contrasting themes are woven together while pulsating rhythms drive the dance, enhanced by optional
The word "Michigan" originally referred to the lake itself, and is believed to come from the Ojibwe word michi-gami, meaning "great water." This piece is an homage to the beautiful lake and
Brilliant 16th note passages and malleted bass chords highlight this show-stopping adaptation for bells! A festive dialog between treble and bass bells creates different colors, dynamics and textures. The