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Lord of the Dance Handbell sheet music cover Lord of the Dance Handbell sheet music cover
Lord of the Dance Lord of the Dance
arr. Jason W. Krug - Hope Publishing Company

Join the celebration with this fresh arrangement of Sydney Carter's hymn based on the Shaker hymn SIMPLE GIFTS. This accessible setting is rich with fun rhythms and stopped techniques - a sure winner for

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When I Survey the Wondrous Cross Handbell sheet music cover When I Survey the Wondrous Cross Handbell sheet music cover
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
arr. Sandra Eithun - Choristers Guild
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While rhythmically simple, added musical elements, handchimes, and techniques engage listeners while creating opportunities to foster growth in a beginning ensemble. This well-known hymn is always well

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2-3 Octave 
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L1+Level 1+
$4.95
3-5 Octave 
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L1+Level 1+
$4.95
What Wondrous Love Is This? Handbell sheet music cover What Wondrous Love Is This? Handbell sheet music cover
What Wondrous Love Is This? What Wondrous Love Is This?
arr. Susan Geschke - Choristers Guild
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The beloved Appalachian folksong is presented in all its simple beauty with these two compatible settings, one for 2-3 octaves and one for 3-5 octave groups.  Effective when played by either handbells

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2-3 Octave 
L1+Level 1+
$4.50
Listen to Sample Track
3-5 Octave 
L1+Level 1+
$4.50
Ah, Holy Jesus Handbell sheet music cover Ah, Holy Jesus Handbell sheet music cover
Ah, Holy Jesus Ah, Holy Jesus (HERLIEBSTER JESU)
arr. Matthew Compton - Hope Publishing Company
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This 17th-century hymn tune is simply set for the smaller choir. A quiet ostinato sets the tone and is heard throughout. Beautiful in its simplicity yet rich harmonically, this accessible piece will provide

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Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land Handbell sheet music cover Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land Handbell sheet music cover
Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land
arr. Mark Arnold - Jubilate Music Group, LLC
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This creative and fun arrangement of the familiar spiritual begins with mallet clicks that set the tone for the piece. The melody appears over a rhythmically malleted bass line with a bit of a blues or

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3-5 Octave 
L2Level 2
$5.95
Were You There? Handbell sheet music cover Were You There? Handbell sheet music cover
Were You There? Were You There?
arr. Brenda E. Austin - Choristers Guild
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This setting of the familiar Lenten spiritual has depth yet is accessible to developing ringers. It begins with an optional two-measure introduction of dissonant chords symbolizing the crucifixion as Jesus

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3-5 Octave 
L1+Level 1+
$4.95
Adoro Te Devote Handbell sheet music cover Adoro Te Devote Handbell sheet music cover
Adoro Te Devote Adoro Te Devote
arr. Jason W. Krug - Grassy Meadow Music
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This haunting setting of a beloved chant is a great choice for the ensemble looking for something different and versatile. While the piece can be played by handbells and handchimes alone, the inclusion of

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Ah, Holy Jesus Handbell sheet music cover Ah, Holy Jesus Handbell sheet music cover
Ah, Holy Jesus Ah, Holy Jesus
arr. Michael Mazzatenta - Jubilate Music Group, LLC
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This contemplative setting of HERZLIEBSTER JESU is accessible and compelling for quiet moments in the season of Lent and beyond. The chime melody adds an air of introspective beauty. Optional B5-C8

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3-5 Octave 
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12 Bells in F for Lent and Holy Week Handbell sheet music cover 12 Bells in F for Lent and Holy Week Handbell sheet music cover
12 Bells in F for Lent and Holy Week 12 Bells in F for Lent and Holy Week
arr. Jason Krug - Ring Out Press

Music for 12 Bells in F using 3-6 ringers is becoming more and more popular, and this very useful collection expands the catalog with music for Lent and Holy Week. The titles included are: When I Survey

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3 Octave 3 to 6 Ringers



L2Level 2
$5.50
What Wondrous Love Is This Handbell sheet music cover What Wondrous Love Is This Handbell sheet music cover
What Wondrous Love Is This What Wondrous Love Is This
arr. Jason W. Krug - Grassy Meadow Music

This haunting setting of the hymntune WONDROUS LOVE is ideal for any service during the Lenten season, including Good Friday. Lush harmonies abound, providing a beautiful underscore to the melody, which... view details
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Calvary Melody Handbell sheet music cover Calvary Melody Handbell sheet music cover
Calvary Melody Calvary Melody
Brian Childers - GIA Publications

This original is quite accessible to any ensemble, yet this thoughtful and tender work is worthy of more advanced groups when careful attention to the melody and subtle dynamic changes is paid. The imagery

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How Deep the Father's Love for Us Handbell sheet music cover How Deep the Father's Love for Us Handbell sheet music cover
How Deep the Father's Love for Us How Deep the Father's Love for Us
arr. Peggy Bettcher - Hope Publishing Company
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The ethereal sound of singing bells creates a mood reflecting the mystery and wonder of God's sacrificial love in this effective arrangement of Stuart Townend's popular contemporary hymn. The opening verse... view details
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O Sacred Head Handbell sheet music cover O Sacred Head Handbell sheet music cover
O Sacred Head O Sacred Head (PASSION CHORALE)
arr. Sandra Eithun - GIA Publications
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Both majestic and ethereal, this arrangement of PASSION CHORALE will be a lovely addition to your Lenten services. 

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3-5 Octave 
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L3-Level 3-
$5.95
In the Cross of Christ I Glory Handbell sheet music cover In the Cross of Christ I Glory Handbell sheet music cover
In the Cross of Christ I Glory In the Cross of Christ I Glory
arr. Cathy Moklebust - Choristers Guild
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The hymn tune RATHBUN is treated in a flowing, soothing style in this very accessible arrangement for bells and optional C or Bb instrument. Traditionally used during the season of Lent, this hymn is also... view details
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2-3 Octave opt. C or Bb Inst.



L2Level 2
$4.50
3-5 Octave opt. C or Bb Inst.
L2Level 2
$4.50
Three Pieces for Lent and Easter Handbell sheet music cover Three Pieces for Lent and Easter Handbell sheet music cover
Three Pieces for Lent and Easter Three Pieces for Lent and Easter
Karissa Dennis - Lorenz Corporation
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This set of arrangements provides two selections for Lent and Holy Week observances and one for Easter Sunday. In keeping with level-one guidelines, there is no subdivision of the beat and the few handbell

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Beneath the Cross of Jesus Handbell sheet music cover Beneath the Cross of Jesus Handbell sheet music cover
Beneath the Cross of Jesus Beneath the Cross of Jesus
arr. Ron Mallory - Ringing Word
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This beautiful arrangement of the beloved hymn is highly engaging, with a variety of musical expressions that show the bell choir at their musical best. Beginning with ethereal random ringing in the treble

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2-3 Octave 



L2Level 2
$4.95
3-5 Octave 



L2Level 2
$4.95
3-5 Octave 
L2Level 2
$4.95
My Jesus, I Love Thee Handbell sheet music cover My Jesus, I Love Thee Handbell sheet music cover
My Jesus, I Love Thee My Jesus, I Love Thee
arr. Ron Mallory - Ringing Word

For Lent or general use, this arrangement of the hymn tune GORDON uses handbells with optional handchimes (2-3 or 3-5 octaves). There are no techniques other than LV, which creates a legato harmony to

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2-3 Octave 
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L2Level 2
$5.25
3-5 Octave 
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L2Level 2
$5.25
Passacaglia of Remembrance Handbell sheet music cover Passacaglia of Remembrance Handbell sheet music cover
Passacaglia of Remembrance Passacaglia of Remembrance
Fred Gramann - From the Top Music
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This beautifully written original work features an ostinato bass line with well-crafted variations that develop with each iteration. Half-note, quarter-note, then eighth- and sixteenth-note passages and

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3-5 Octave 
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L3Level 3
$4.25
Go to Dark Gethsemane Handbell sheet music cover Go to Dark Gethsemane Handbell sheet music cover
Go to Dark Gethsemane Go to Dark Gethsemane
arr. Jason W. Krug - Beckenhorst Press
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This simple, yet very effective arrangement with suspended malleted bells and handchimes in the beginning and at the end, creates an atmosphere of reverence and reflection inherent to the Lenten season. A

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2-3 Octave 



L2Level 2
$3.95
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L2Level 2
$3.95
O Sacred Head Now Wounded Handbell sheet music cover O Sacred Head Now Wounded Handbell sheet music cover
O Sacred Head Now Wounded O Sacred Head Now Wounded
arr. Linda Scholes - GIA Publications

Tower swings and the echo technique provide warmth and tenderness to this arrangement of the revered PASSION CHORALE. The level is attainable by any ensemble but even groups with more experience will find a

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Small but Mighty: Settings for 12 Bells, Vol. 6 Lent & Easter Handbell sheet music cover Small but Mighty: Settings for 12 Bells, Vol. 6 Lent & Easter Handbell sheet music cover
Small but Mighty: Settings for 12 Bells, Vol. 6 Lent & Easter Small but Mighty: Settings for 12 Bells, Vol. 6 Lent & Easter
arr. Jason W. Krug - Hope Publishing Company
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Intended for the small ensemble, this reproducible collection includes eight versatile, musical, and fun arrangements for Lent, Holy Week, and Easter. Each setting has been written for the treble clef,

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3 Octave 12 Bell
MMedium
$39.95