CGB1273 O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright (2-3 Octaves)
Description
Written in the style of a toccata, this arrangement features long, sustained melodic notes over a busy accompaniment. After a brief chordal section the piece concludes with a joyous pealing of the bells. While it can be played by beginning groups, more advanced ringers can be challenged by using a faster tempo. If desired, another instrument could also double the melody. Compatible editions for 2-3 and 3-5 octaves make this a great choice for festivals and other massed ringing events.
Voicing: 2 or 3 octaves handbells
Composer: Philipp Nicolai, 1556-1608
Arranger: Patricia Hurlbutt
Tune source: WIE SCHÖN LEUCHTET
Season: Epiphany | Pentecost | General
Level: 1+
Also available:
CGB1274 Edition for 3, 4 or 5 octaves handbells
Related items you may be interested in:
CGB1159 La Vie en Rose - 3-6 octaves
Written in France in 1945 and popularized in the U.S. during the 1950s in the film Sabrina, starring Audrey Hepburn, this rich and sensitive signature song of singer Edith Piaf has been set for handbe...
Written in France in 1945 and popularized in the U.S. during the 1950s in the film Sabrina, starring Audrey Hepburn, this rich and sensitive signature song of singer Edith Piaf has been set for handbe...
CGB1155 INACTIVE - Rejoice, the Lord Is King! - 3-7 octaves
Built on a rhythmic motif, Matthew Compton gives us a fresh and joyous take on a well-loved hymn. A contrasting middle section provides a moment of reflection, and a soaring counter melody carries the...
Built on a rhythmic motif, Matthew Compton gives us a fresh and joyous take on a well-loved hymn. A contrasting middle section provides a moment of reflection, and a soaring counter melody carries the...
CGB1167 Spiritus Sanctus - 3-7 octaves
Spiritus Sanctusis inspired by Hildegard von Bingens poem of the same name. The poem speaks of the Holy Spirit giving life to all life, moving all creatures, washing them clean and healing their wound...
Spiritus Sanctusis inspired by Hildegard von Bingens poem of the same name. The poem speaks of the Holy Spirit giving life to all life, moving all creatures, washing them clean and healing their wound...
CGB1168 Canticle of Peace - 3-6 octaves
Canticle of Peace is an original work scored for 3 to 6 octaves handbells and 3 to 5 octaves hand chimes. Lyrical, flowing melodies dominate this moving and meditative composition which covers a range...
Canticle of Peace is an original work scored for 3 to 6 octaves handbells and 3 to 5 octaves hand chimes. Lyrical, flowing melodies dominate this moving and meditative composition which covers a range...