Handchimes Concert Music

This favorite traditional spiritual has been given fresh treatment in this rhythmic and engaging arrangement. Techniques include shakes, mallets, thumb damps, marts, mart lifts, and ring touches. Low bass

Eight handbell arrangements from the famous Carnival of the Animals skillfully arranged for handbells and handchimes. The unique character of this music is expertly presented here with

This original composition is written in Native American style, sound, and philosophy which includes the belief that "the earth does not belong to us; we belong to the earth." It is written in F-sharp

This lively original piece evokes a brisk walk in the Celtic highlands. Triplets are featured in the melody, with table damping used effectively as a rhythmic element. The middle section calms down a bit

This lovely movement continues to be popular as an encore or performed apart from the complete symphony. Capturing the feel of this second movement, subtle mallet and pluck techniques provide a lovely

The peaceful theme of this original work makes use of the rich overtone of the instrument, while the middle section uses handchimes to create a contrasting section. The smooth but surprising modulation

Meaning "pleasantly lost in a daydream," this lyrical, gently flowing Reverie belongs in every handbell group's repertoire. It is perfect for weddings, memorials, worship, secular concert, and

Kalinka, meaning "snowball tree" for its large flowers, is a well-known Russian folk song. This handbell arrangement is true to the original, with verses and chorus adorned by mallets, mallet