CGB743 How Firm a Foundation (3, 4 or 5 octaves)
Description
Now expanded to 3, 4 or 5 octaves and compatible with the original 2 or 3 octave setting, "How Firm a Foundation" offers a bouncy accompaniment using a variety of techniques. Your ringers will enjoy using mallets, thumb damps, shakes and martellato lifts to add color to this energetic piece. The piece offers a good opportunity for beginning ringers to learn about the relationship between melody and accompaniment.
Voicing: 3, 4 or 5 octaves handbells
Arranger: Sandra Eithun
Tune: "Foundation," Early American tune
Season: General
Level: 1+
Additional Resources:
CGB305 How Firm a Foundation (2 or 3 octaves)
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