This lively, 17th Century French carol opens as a jaunty little dance to tell the story of the two female farmhands, Jeanette and Isabella, discovering the Christ child and His mother in a stable. Wanting to share this exciting news, they run to tell friends and neighbors. The quiet middle section incorporates handchimes and is less rhythmic. It depicts them urging the onlookers to "hush" and be still so as not to disturb the sleeping baby. The piece closes with the return of the carefree dance to celebrate the good news of the newborn King!
Voicing: 3, 4, 5 or 6 octaves handbells with optional 3 octaves handchimes
An original composition in 3/4 time, easily played in one strong beat. A good introductory piece with no bell changes that provides the opportunity to work on consistency and dynamic contrasts.
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Written by Moravian lyricist, James Montgomery, the text of Angels from the Realms of Glory tells the story of Christ's birth from the perspective of the angels, then shepherds, then magi and finally ...
Written by Moravian lyricist, James Montgomery, the text of Angels from the Realms of Glory tells the story of Christ's birth from the perspective of the angels, then shepherds, then magi and finally ...
Joyfully Ring is a wonderful, budget-stretching reproducible collection published in compatible editions for 2 or 3 and 3, 4 or 5 octaves. The collection includes joyous hymn arrangements and fun, up...