CG Digital Ringing Resources
A new series of digital ringing resources for handbell solos, bell trees and small ensembles. Each individual publication is reproducible. Digital mp3 accompaniment tracks are also available for purchase.
Solos (playable on bell trees or from the table):
CGBD104 Children of the Heavenly Father
This short, simple solo arrangement of the beloved Swedish tune TRYGGARE KAN INGEN VARA is playable either on a bell tree or from the table. The piano accompaniment is also available as an mp3 download at www.choristersguild.org. This delicate, lovely arrangement is appropriate for baptism, confirmation, or any time a musical focus on children is desired.
Voicing: Handbell solo (bell tree or from the table) with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 3
Arrangers: Cathy Moklebust and David Moklebust
CGBD107 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Here is another offering in a new line of solos that are playable on bell tree or from the table. This arrangement of the American tune NETTLETON features a jaunty, lilting piano accompaniment, and a solo ranging from G4 through C7. A more flowing second stanza provides some variation in style, before returning to the bouncy opening feel. A downloadable mp3 piano accompaniment is also available at www.choristersguild com.
Voicing: Handbell solo (bell tree or from the table) with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 3
Arranger: Cathy Moklebust
CGBD106 I Come with Joy to Meet my Lord
This solo handbell and piano arrangement of the American tune LAND OF REST is set for a range of B4 through C7 and may be played on a bell tree or from the table. This med- itative, gently flowing piece is appropriate for most any time during the church year, and is sometimes known by the alternate title Jerusalem, My Happy Home. An mp3 piano accompaniment is available for download at www.choristers guild.org.
Voicing: Handbell solo (bell tree or from the table) with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 3
Arranger: Cathy Moklebust
CGBD105 Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee
The majestic HYMN TO JOY from the fourth movement of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony is another in a new line of handbell solos playable either on bell tree or from the table. This uplifting, happy arrangement is scored for only ten bells, ranging from E5 through G6, and includes options for omit- ting some notes, making it easier when playing from the table. The piano accompaniment is also available as an mp3 download at www.choristersguild.org.
Voicing: Handbell solo (bell tree or from the table) with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arranger: Cathy Moklebust
The first in a new line of handbell solos with piano from Choristers Guild is the Gaelic tune BUNESSAN, that may be performed either on a bell tree or rung from the table. This solo is scored for only 12 bells, ranging from F5 through C7, and includes options for omitting notes that make it easier when playing from the table. This gentle, lyric arrangement is usable at most any time during the church year and is especially appropriate at the beginning of a service.
Voicing: Handbell solo (bell tree or from the table) with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 3
Arranger: Cathy Moklebust
CGBD110 My Shepherd Will Supply My Need
Another in a line of handbell solos that can be played either on a bell tree or from the table is the American tune RESIGNATION, known as My Shepherd Will Supply My Need. This softly flowing arrangement scored for 17 bells, ranging from Ab4 through C7 and piano accompaniment, and is usable at most any time throughout the church year. The solo includes options for omitting notes, which make it easier when ringing from the table.
Voicing: Handbell solo (bell tree or from the table) with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 3
Arranger: Cathy Moklebust
Small Ensemble or Solo:
CGBD102 Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
The tune (based on BEACH SPRING) is also found in hymnals paired with many other texts such as “Wash, O God, Our Sons and Daughters” and “Come to Me, All Pilgrims Thirsty.” This arrangement is gentle and flow-ing and would be appropriate for themes of service, compassion, vision, baptism and water.
Voicing: 7 handbells or handchimes with piano accompaniment OR Handbell solo (bell tree or from the table) with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arranger: Karen Lakey Buckwalter
8 Bells with Piano Accompaniment:
This arrangement of the well-known hymntune SLANE for just 8 handbells brings out the joy of the ancient Irish text “Be Thou My Vision.” The optional keyboard accompaniment propels the piece forward and an optional repeat provides multiple performance options.
Voicing: 8 handbells with optional piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arrangers: Mitchell Eithun and Sandra Eithun
Dona nobis pacem… grant us peace. This well-known beloved canon has been arranged by Karen Buckwalter for a small ensemble with piano accompaniment. Each line of the 3-part canon is introduced and then combined for the final stanza. Perfect for church or concert, this is a must for every ensemble library.
Voicing: 8 handbells or handchimes with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arranger: Karen Lakey Buckwalter
CGBD111 God of Grace and God of Glory
The “unofficial anthem of Wales,” the tune CWM RHONDDA dates from 1905. Also sung as “Guide, Me O Thou Great Jehovah,” this bold, energetic eight-bell arrangement by Karen Buckwalter is perfect for a small ensemble with accompaniment. It would be appropriate for most Sundays, but especially on those Sundays uplifting themes of justice, peace and service.
Voicing: 8 handbells with piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arranger: Karen Lakey Buckwalter
Called “the greatest hymn of all time” by The Hymn Society in the United States and Canada, “Holy, Holy, Holy” is arranged here for 8 handbells with exciting eighth note motifs that weave around the main melody as the sounds of bell peals lead to a grand conclusion. The piece is exciting with or without the optional keyboard accompaniment.
Voicing: 8 handbells with optional piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arrangers: Mitchell Eithun and Sandra Eithun
Sandra Eithun has a crafted an accessible original piece for 8 handbells or handchimes and optional keyboard. Appropriate for any occasion, but especially during times of uncertainty, audiences will appreciate this creative reflection.
Voicing: 8 handbells or handchimes with optional piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arranger: Sandra Eithun
CGBD112 How Can I Keep From Singing?
A beloved melody by Robert Lowry shines in this arrangement of “How Can I Keep from Singing?” for 8 handbells or handchimes and optional keyboard. A meditative first stanza leads to a reflective middle section and before finishing quietly. Listeners will be moved by this thoughtful arrangement of a beautiful folk melody.
Voicing: 8 handbells or handchimes with optional piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arrangers: Mitchell Eithun and Sandra Eithun
CGBD115 I Need Thee Every Hour
The devotional hymn “I Need Thee Every Hour” is arranged here for 8 handbells or handchimes and optional keyboard. This sensitive and accessible setting reflects on God’s presence in the midst of difficulty.
Voicing: 8 handbells or handchimes with optional piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arranger: Cathy Moklebust
CGBD114 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
This level 1 setting of the Welsh hymntune HYFRYDOL for 8 handbells and optional keyboard has a waltz-like quality supported by shakes and tower swings. The arrangement also includes brief references to the Scottish hymntune Tàladh Chrìosda. This tune is also associated with a number of other texts including “Alleluia, Sing to Jesus” and “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus.”
Voicing: 8 handbells with optional piano accompaniment
Number of octaves needed: 2
Arrangers: Mitchell Eithun and Sandra Eithun