Carols of the Manger
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Medley of "Infant Holy, Infant Lowly," "Away in a Manger," and "The Coventry Carol" for 3, 4, or 5 octaves. A playful pattern introduces the piece, and provides a segue each time a new melody is introduced.
| Alfred |
| 19646 - Handbells |
Carry His Light
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This easy-to-learn work is perfect for use as a processional and/or recessional for services during the Christmas season, and may be performed a cappella or accompanied with Handbells, Piano, or both. Voiced as Two Part Mixed, the simple melody is done once in unison, then echoed creating the effect of harmony. The bright, lively work optionally incorporates the beloved Charles Wesley text to "Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus." A very flexible anthem for use during Advent and Christmas.
| Hal Leonard |
| 08743110 - Two Part Mixed with optional Hand Bells |
Come to Earth, O Tiny King
New!
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Written in the style of the holiday favorite "Dance of the Reed Flutes" from "The Nutcracker Suite," this celebration in song is fun for kids of all ages! Combine your singers with 8 bells or chimes and hear the sounds of the Christmas season come alive! Sung in unison or in 2 easy (equal) parts, this selection for young voices is superbly constructed to teach important singing skills (such as pitch-matching) in an enjoyable way. Delightful, sparkling accompaniment track orchestrated by Tim Hayden is available as well to make your presentation delightful for all.
| Alfred |
| 29285 - Unison / Two Part |
| 29286 - Performance / Accompaniment CD |
Communion Canon
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Blend a charming melody by Ruth Elaine Schram with a poignant text by Niel Lorenz into a wonderfully accessible canon, and the result is this refreshing anthem for Communion. The optional bells (8 bells total; parts included in the score) along with the optional repeat makes this a particularly versatile resource for the worship planner. It works equally well with adult or youth choirs, large or small.
| Exaltation (Lorenz) |
| 10/3568L - Two Part Mixed, opt. SAB, with opt. Handbells |
Holy Jesus, Think On Me
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With most of the ringing occurring on the beat, this evocative, simply stated union of two beloved hymn tunes provides a most effective backdrop for prayerful contemplation and introspection. Suitable for Lent, this medley of "Ah, Holy Jesus" (Herzliebster Jesu) and "Southwell" plays beautifully in three octaves of Handbells or Handchimes. The changes are easily executed at the slow, reverent tempo prescribed.
| Lorenz |
| 20/1469L - Handbells or Handchimes (Level 2) |
The King Shall Come
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This sensitive and uncluttered setting of an Early American hymn tune is closely wedded to the hymn it accompanies: The King shall come when morning dawns and light triumphant breaks; when beauty gilds the eastern hills and life to joy awakes. Captivating! Works equally well with Handchimes or bells, two or three octaves.
| Lorenz |
| 20/1408L - Handbell 2-3 octaves |
Love One Another
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The universal theme of love and charity fill this piece with purpose and excellent worship potential. Drawing from the words of the Savior, Ruthie has crafted a piece that incorporates a full range of music ministry resources into a touching statement. Use the instrumentation and handbell parts to create a truly singular piece for your entire music program. Voiced for SATB adults, SAB youth, Two Part children, piano, hand bells, and flute. Commissioned in honor of Louise Angermeier upon her retirement as Director of Music from Clarkston United Methodist Church, Clarkston, Michigan and based upon her favorite passage of scripture.
| Shawnee Press |
| A7927 - SATB Adult / SAB Youth / Two Part |
My Life Flows On in Endless Song
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(How Can I Keep from Ringing?) Cascading eighth notes begin and end this inspired arrangement of one of Robert Lowry's most endearing hymns. The melody is found in alternating sections both in higher and lower bell ranges with no rhythmic figures encountered above the first subdivision of the beat. Works well with Bells or Chimes, three octaves.
| Lorenz |
| 20/1402L - Handbells 3 Octaves |
Rejoice! Christ is Born!
New!
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In a sprightly compound duple meter, three spirited carols proclaim the good news of the season. The delightful medley is held together with a reoccurring dancing eighth-note motive, as it wends its way through C major, F major and B-flat major. Happy music for a joyous celebration, for three-octave handbell or hand chime choirs (Level 3).
| Lorenz |
| 20/1448L - 3 octave Handbells or Hand Chimes |
Roses and Thorns
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This beautiful text (translated from Russian by Geoffrey Dearmer and used by permission of Oxford University Press) is hauntingly set in D minor (without the 3rd for the most part) and 3/4 meter. The simplistic message of this song will linger long after the music is over. Chord symbols are given for optional guitar, and a three-octave handbell part is also included.
| Choristers Guild |
| CGA737 - Unison / Optional Two Part |
When Jesus Wept
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William Billings's penetrating fuging tune is presented with expansive open harmony and a modicum of notes to preserve the starkness of the text it accompanies. "When Jesus wept, the falling tear in mercy flowed beyond all bound; when Jesus groaned, a trembling fear seized all the guilty world around." A somber, introspective work of intense beauty for Handbells or Handchimes in 3 octaves. Level 2+.
| Lorenz |
| 20/1426L - 3 Octaves Handbells or Handchimes |
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