CGB702 Cold December Flies Away - Handbell Score - 3-5 octaves
Description
This energetic arrangement of a traditional Catalonian carol employs percussion and mallet technique to convey the anticipation of the season. Following two statements of the melody in D major, a slow handchime section in b minor reflects the hymn stanza "In the hopeless time of sin shadows deep had fallen." A modulation to C major and 6/8 meter bring the setting to a vibrant close.
Voicing: hand bell 3-5, percussion
Composer: Douglas R. Boyer
Level: 3
Additional Resources:
CGB701 Cold December Flies Away - Full Score
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