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Energetic and fun-filled, this original piece is appropriate for school, church and festival events. The first four measures become the processional. Ringers process as they ring part 1, and then add ...
This lively rendition of the spiritual includes a contrasting middle section (played on optional handchimes) that reflects the stanzas, "when I'm in trouble" and "when I am dying." The piece concludes...
CGB383 I Want Jesus to Walk with Me
The pathos of the traditional spiritual is effectively portrayed in this expressive new arrangement. The piece's prayerful quality is combined with rich harmonic treatment throughout, making for a mem...
From the joyful opening fanfare theme to the arpeggios in the lyrical middle section, this original handbell work exudes with praise and exaltation. Though not rhythmically difficult, the piece offers...
CGB386 The Lone, Wild Bird (The Hills Are Bare at Bethlehem)
The tune "Prospect" from Walker's Southern Harmony (1835) is given a warm, gentle setting. The use of original material (reminiscent of a bell peal) establishes an ethereal quality, especially when pl...
CGB387 The Lord is My Shepherd
Based on a popular choral anthem by Allen Pote, this piece combines a lovely, flowing melody with rich harmonies. An optional narrator's part (provided in the score) may supply the text, which is a pa...
CGB389 The Rock of Faith (Handbell Score)
Kevin McChesney's stirring medley of hymns includes "Faith of our Fathers (St. Catherine)," "My Hope is Built (The Solid Rock)," and "Blessed Assurance (Assurance)." The essential keyboard part may be...
CGB390 The Works of Thy Hand (A Morning Meditation)
Based on Psalm 8, this original work for bells and flute is impressionistic in style. Subtitled "A Morning Meditation," the music is a peaceful illustration of the beauty and marvel of creation. Techn...
CGB395 Sky-tinted Waters, A Suite for Handbells
In the language of the Dakota Sioux, the word "Minnesota" means "sky-tinted water." Commissioned by the group "Strikepoint" of Duluth, Minnesota, Sky-tinted Waters is a three-movement suite inspired b...
CGB396 We Three Kings 2-3 octaves
This familiar piece has no more rhythmic difficulty than quarter notes, but it offers some unique challenges. With its dynamic changes, shading and shaping the musical line, ringers can work to develo...
CGB397 We Three Kings 3, 4 or 5 octaves
This familiar piece has no more rhythmic difficulty than quarter notes, but it offers some unique challenges. With its dynamic changes, shading and shaping the musical line, ringers can work to develo...
CGB404 O Jesus, I Have Promised
The well-known hymn tune "Angel's Song" is given soulful treatment in this arrangement. The hymn challenges us to commitment and service, looking to God for guidance and strength. Appropriate for fest...
The strength and assurance of this familiar spiritual melody is conveyed by the use of block chords and terraced dynamics. This straight-forward setting is well suited for both adult and youth choirs,...
CGB406 Once In Royal David's City
The newest in the growing line of pieces for combined handbell and handchime choirs, this is an arrangement of the tune "Irby," useable at any time during the Christmas season. Bell changes are minima...
CGB407 Hydom, Hydom (Handbell)
"Hydom, Hydom (Shepherds Watch Their Flocks by Night)", an exciting arrangement of the traditional Czech carol, employs numerous handbell techniques: martellato, pluck/mallet, mart lifts, ring, LV, an...
CGB408 Taste and See (Full Score)
This original composition may be rung as a solo handbell piece, or combined with SATB choir and optional cantor, congregation and piano using the companion choral score. The congregation may join the ...
CGB410 People, Look East, the Time Is Near
This setting of the traditional French carol is subtitled An Advent Carol. The anticipatory spirit of advent is musically captured through surprise key changes, the mysterious ambiance of optional chi...
CGB411 A Joyful Antiphon - 3-5 octaves
A wide variety of bell techniques are featured in this original composition, including swing, LV, shake, and thumb damp or pluck. With a number of bell changes required, this happy piece is an excelle...
CGB412 Alleluia! Sing to Jesus! (Full Score) - 3-6 octaves
This majestic, festive concertato on the hymn tune "Hyfrydol" is designed for congregational singing, and includes optional parts and alternate texts as listed above, making this a very useful arrange...
CGB415 Carols of the Nativity - 3-5 octaves
Beginning with a stately announcement of Christ's birth, this medley of carols moves gracefully from tune to tune as it tells the story of the nativity. The medley is further enhanced by the use of ch...
CGB416 Overture to Cantata 142 (For Us a Child is Born)
This familiar opening to the Bach Cantata 142, appropriate for both worship and concert, could also be used to replace the orchestra or organ in presenting the overture within the context of the entir...
CGCD15 Oh, Jonah (Demonstration CD)
A frolicking, fun-filled children's and/or youth musical based on the Old Testament story of Jonah that carries a serious message about responsibility. Diverse in musical styles, it is immediately app...
CGCD18 A Technicolor Promise (Demonstration CD)
Everyone loves a rainbow! It is a wonder of creation, radiating beauty after a rain. More important, as the sign of the covenant, it reminds us of God's overwhelming love & grace. Through appealing mu...
CGCD20 Stepping Stones Early Childhood Level, Year 1 CD
Stepping Stones: An Ecumenical Children's Choir Curriculum is designed to integrate sequential musical education into weekly choir rehearsals. Anthems are suggested for older level, but the curriculum...
CGRP39 The Day of Resurrection - Instrumental Parts
This flexible arrangement of the tune LANCASHIRE is given two titles, one for Easter and the other for general use during the church year. All the instrumental and vocal parts are optional, so it can ...
CGRP13 Jazz Waltz on Praise to the Lord (Instrumental Parts)
The hymn tune LOBE DEN HERREN takes on a surprisingly new twist in this swingy jazz arrangement, featuring improv-style solos written out for the flute, bass and drums. The solos are included in the h...
CGRP14 Rondeau (Instrumental Parts)
2 B-flat Trumpets, F Horn (substitute Trombone), Trombone, Tuba, Timpani, Organ, (opt. Oboe/Violin, Cello/Bass/Bassoon)
CGRP15 Angels from the Realms of Glory (Instrumental Parts)
The optional brass quintet may substitute for organ, if desired. When both brass and organ are used, suggestions are offered for the brass to tacet during parts of the piece. The setting may be played...
CGB421 Morning Has Broken (2 or 3 octaves)
The traditional Gaelic melody often paired with Eleanor Farjeon's hymn is given a gentle, straightforward treatment that contains simple rhythms and only one bell change. Surrounding two settings of t...
CGB423 This Little Light of Mine
Let your light shine with this setting of the traditional spiritual incorporating a variety of techniques including martellatos, echoes, mallets and shakes. One section offers the option of ringing th...
CGB426 My Lord, What a Morning
Energy abounds in this setting of the familiar spiritual. The arrangement utilizes the full span of handbells, coupling the melody with a variety of accompanimental treatments. Voicing: 3, 4 or 5 oct...
CGB433 Toccata on Holy, Holy, Holy
In the style of an organ toccata, this exciting setting of the hymn tune "Nicaea" features continuous sixteenth note patterns throughout, beginning in the treble bells, then malleted in the bass bells...
CGB434 Jazz Waltz on Praise to the Lord (Full Score)
The hymn tune "Lobe Den Herren" takes on a surprisingly new twist in this swingy jazz arrangement, featuring improv-style solos written out for the flute, bass and drums. The solos are included in the...
CGB436 Jesus Shall Reign (Prelude on Duke Street) (2 or 3 octaves)
This joyful rendition of the Duke Street tune employs a careful and judicious use of big chords, shakes, martellatos, echoes, thumb damps and swings, plus a martellato lift, brush damp and ring touch....
CGB437 Jesus Shall Reign (Prelude on Duke Street) (3, 4 or 5 octaves)
This joyful rendition of the Duke Street tune employs a careful and judicious use of big chords, shakes, martellatos, echoes, thumb damps and swings, plus a martellato lift, brush damp and ring touch....
CGB438 Calming Peace (Prayer for Kristin) - 2-3 octaves
A lovely lyric melody and a flowing LV bass line combine to create a restful, relaxing mood in this original composition. The only techniques used are LV and echo, and with very few accidentals, this ...
CGB439 Calming Peace (Prayer for Kristin) - 3-5 octaves
A lovely lyric melody and a flowing LV bass line combine to create a restful, relaxing mood in this original composition. The only techniques used are LV and echo, and with very few accidentals, this ...
CGB441 Hosanna, Loud Hosanna (Full Score)
This energetic setting of the tune ELLACOMBE uses syncopated percussion parts to build a polyrhythmic texture, providing a somewhat different flavor to this well-known martial hymn. Handbell entrances...
Syncopations abound in this original work, which almost "sings and dances" on its own. It includes all the techniques that make your voice rejoice: malleting, plucking, and thumb damping. Following a ...
CGB444 Jesus, Jesus, Rest Your Head (3, 4 or 5 octaves)
A gentle, very easy setting of the Appalachian carol, this is an expansion of the popular 2-3 octave setting. The two editions are compatible for massed ringing. Handchimes may be used for all or any ...
Jean Joseph Mouret's evergreen opening movement from the "Suite De Symphonies No. 1" is an elegant expression of joy. The easy rhythms and sectional repetitions make the work readily accessible. The f...
CGB455 Largo from Winter (Full Score)
"Winter" from Vivaldi's "The Seasons" is the source of the beautiful Largo. This setting is a piece for all seasons as well as for multiple combinations of handbells, handchimes, and keyboard. A chord...
CGB458 A Joyful Celebration - 2-3 octaves
This joyful, antiphonal-style original composition features a variety of bell techniques including marts, thumb damps, shakes and swings. The more melodic B section contains several bell changes. The ...
CGB459 Eternal God (Serenity) - 3-5 octaves
This simple, beautiful, original will be useful in church, school or concert settings. It is crafted to teach the echo and mart lift as well as LV and swing. It also provides opportunities to work on ...
CGB462 Angels from the Realms of Glory (Full Score) - 3-5 octaves
The optional brass quintet may substitute for organ, if desired. When both brass and organ are used, suggestions are offered for the brass to tacet during parts of the piece. The setting may be played...
CGB464 Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel - 3-5 octaves
The vitality and vibrancy of the well-known African-American spiritual is effectively captured in this arrangement. Following a strong unison opening, the selection features syncopated rhythms highlig...
CGB467 Swing Boogie on Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (Full Score)
Third in a set of jazz hymntune arrangements, this very upbeat, swingy rendition of "Hymn to Joy" features solo trumpet, string or electric bass, and drum set along with the handbells. Improv-style so...
Taken from Felix Mendelssohn's oratorio "Elijah," "Oh, Rest In The Lord" makes an easy and effective transition from vocal solo to handbell selection. The original text's meditative nature is perfectl...
CGRP16 Swing Boogie on Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (Reproducible Parts)
Third in a set of jazz hymntune arrangements, this very upbeat, swingy rendition of "Hymn to Joy" features solo trumpet, string or electric bass, and drum set along with the handbells. Improv-style so...
CGRP17 Jazz Ballad on Let Us Break Bread Together (Reproducible Parts)
The second in a series of jazz hymn arrangements, this relaxing, Latin style ballad will be useful in worship as well as concert settings. The improv-style solo is written out for handchimes, but may ...
CGB473 Jubilee (3, 4 or 5 octaves)
Joy abounds in this original composition for handbells! A "jubilee" is a celebration, often of a special event, and the music of this piece is non-stop celebration from beginning to end. The full chor...
CGB474 Michael, Row the Boat Ashore
This setting of the familiar melody has no more than quarter notes but offers two technique challenges. Echo ringing and the mallet roll are used frequently. This selection is ideal for festivals and ...
CGB475 No Greater Love (Minuet)
"No Greater Love" is a transcription of a minuet for piano written by the French musician Irénée Bergé. This incredibly beautiful melody works wonderfully well for handbells and requires no bell chang...
CGB477 This is My Father's World (Handbell Score)
The tune TERRA BEATA is the basis for this flexible arrangement which includes optional parts for flute, organ and congregation. The tune is treated in a restful, flowing manner for two stanzas, then ...
CGB481 Beneath the Cross of Jesus - 3-5 octaves
This deeply-moving setting uses rich textures and lush harmonies to mirror the emotion of the text. This prayerful setting is especially effective during Lent, Communion or any time of quiet meditatio...
An easy syncopated accompaniment pattern highlights the plaintive melody of "Wayfaring Stranger." The incorporation of "Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy" provides a change of mood and a reminder of th...
This flexible arrangement of a choral anthem by Allen Pote (CGA532) will stand alone as a handbell piece. It may also substitute for keyboard as accompaniment to the anthem (sung by SATB choir, vocal ...
CGB487 Endless Delight - 3-5 octaves
"Endless Delight" alternates between sections of dance-like joy and calmer moments described as "quietly glowing." With many stopped sounds, key and harmonic changes, handchime sections, and eighth an...
CGB488 Hail Thee, Festival Day (Christians, Lift Up Your Hearts)
Options abound in this flexible arrangement: it stands alone for handbell choir, but also offers optional parts for organ and/or trumpet. If desired, this setting may be used to accompany the choir/co...
CGB489 To Everything There Is a Season
This musical setting of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, complete with optional narration, paints a picture of the time-honored text that begins "To everything there is a season…" The music moves from a contemplat...
CGB490 Jazz Ballad on Let Us Break Bread Together (Full Score)
The second in a series of jazz hymn arrangements, this relaxing, Latin style ballad will be useful in worship as well as concert settings. The improv-style solo is written out for handchimes, but may ...
CGB492 Rock Around the Clock (Full Score)
"Rock Around the Clock" - that fifties classic - is now available for handbells, complete with the "trombone smear effect!" It is sure to become a favorite in the handbell concert repertoire. 3 and 4 ...
CGB493 Rock Around the Clock (Handbell Score)
Rock Around the Clock"" - that fifties classic - is now available for handbells, complete with the ""trombone smear effect!"" It is sure to become a favorite in the handbell concert repertoire. 3 and ...
CGB497 God is So Good - Jesus Loves Me
The echo and shake techniques are featured in this arrangement alternating two familiar tunes. The two chromatic bell changes are easily assigned to a less busy ringing position. This selection is sui...
CGB500 Come, Christians, Join to Sing (Handbells) - 3-5 octaves
Stopped sounds, full chords and a grace note are featured in the opening of this fun-filled hymn arrangement. A soft, legato middle section provides contrast before returning to the style of the begin...
CGB504 In Bright Mansions Above (Full Score)
Partially inspired by John Gillespie Magee Jr.'s famous poem, "High Flight," this creative arrangement of the spiritual features a soaring accompaniment as well as majestic harmonies reflective of the...
CGB505 In Bright Mansions Above (Handbell Score)
Partially inspired by John Gillespie Magee Jr.'s famous poem, "High Flight," this creative arrangement of the spiritual features a soaring accompaniment as well as majestic harmonies reflective of the...
CGB508 Ding, Dong, Merrily on High - 3-5 octaves
Beginning with a quiet treble ostinato figure inspired by the lyrics "in heaven the bells are ringing," the ringing grows in intensity until it bursts forth with the first statement of the traditional...
CGB509 Masters in this Hall (Full Score)
A variety of handbell techniques are employed in this delightful arrangement of the familiar carol. The mysterious, infectious quality of the arrangement makes it an appealing addition to the music fo...
CGB512 Noel, Joyous Noel (Le Noel des Petits Santons)
Joyful malleted sections are featured in this arrangement combining a charming French folk song with "Angels We Have Heard on High." The folk song depicts the santons, figurines of village townspeople...
CGB513 Sherekea Usafari (Celebrate the Journey) (Full Score)
The upbeat and rhythmic African flavor of this original composition will delight both ringers and listeners. The percussion instruments needed are djembe, 2 smaller African drums, shekere, and an Afri...
CGK26 Elijah God's Faithful Prophet (Preview Kit: includes score and demo)
Charming and witty, this superb children's musical captivates the heart through its memorable melodies and humorous dialogue creatively telling the story of Elijah. From his confrontation with Ahab an...
An excellent choice for opening a worship service or concert, this energetic setting of the hymntune LYONS features full chords and a sprinkling of martellatos. Original material employing soft, legat...
The hymntunes "Southwell", "Gethsemane" and "Herzliebster Jesu" are included in this lovely medley of hymns associated with the lenten season. Scored mostly in full chords with moving inner parts, the...
Martellatos and syncopated echo techniques create added excitement and rhythmic drive in this setting of the early American hymntune RESTORATION. This unique and satisfying arrangement will appeal to ...
CGB527 Fanfare Festiva - 3-5 octaves
Mallets, martellatos, mart-lifts, and plucks add to the energy and interest of this upbeat original composition. Suggestions are given for adapting the piece to handchimes. This composition will be us...
CGB531 I've Just Come from the Fountain
A "call and response" approach, characteristic of the style of spirituals, is used in this upbeat arrangement. The piece offers plenty of stopped sounds, as well as the option of a new technique in wh...
CGB535 Simple Gifts (Full Score)
The well-known Shaker hymn is arranged for double handbell and handchime choir, with the chime part being much easier than the bell part. The first section is gentle and relaxed, and then the hymn tak...
CGB539 Take My Life, and Let It Be
The hymntune HENDON is given sensitive treatment in this arrangement, which offers developing ringers the chance to work with simple syncopation patterns, LVs with selective damping, and playing both ...
CGB540 Havah Nagilah (Let Us Be Joyful)
After an energetic introduction, the melody of this familiar Hebrew folk song appears in different bell ranges, always accompanied by moving sixteenth-note patterns. The bass line drives the piece alo...
CGB541 Hungarian Fast Polka (Eljen a Magyar) (Full Score)
Strauss' captivating polka (Op. 332, RV 332) was first performed in its original orchestral version on March 16, 1869. The delightful melodies and sprightly rhythm will energize both players and audie...
CGB542 Hungarian Fast Polka (Eljen a Magyar) (Handbell Score)
Strauss' captivating polka (Op. 332, RV 332) was first performed in its original orchestral version on March 16, 1869. The delightful melodies and sprightly rhythm will energize both players and audie...
CGB543 Let Bells of Silver Ring Out
Mallets are used both on suspended and tabled bells, contributing to the variety of moods within this original composition. An ethereal effect is created with suspended malleting, windchimes and flutt...
CGB547 Abide With Me - 3-5 octaves
This peaceful arrangement is as lovely with handchimes as it is with handbells. It offers opportunities to work on the balance between melody and harmony, and on interpretation of musical lines. The t...
CGB549 Oh, How Joyfully (2 or 3 Octaves)
The tune SICILIAN MARINERS is treated in a bouncy, joyful style, with malleted bass and rung treble bells. The optional use of sleigh bells lends a festive spirit to the original introduction and inte...
CGB552 I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day (Full Score)
This arrangement is written for two choirs, with the less-advanced group playing the part for handchime choir. If two choirs are not available, a keyboard may substitute for the handchime choir. The p...
CGB553 I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day (Handbell Score)
This arrangement is written for two choirs, with the less-advanced group playing the part for handchime choir. If two choirs are not available, a keyboard may substitute for the handchime choir. The p...
CGB554 I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day (Handchime Score)
This arrangement is written for two choirs, with the less-advanced group playing the part for handchime choir. If two choirs are not available, a keyboard may substitute for the handchime choir. The p...
CGB555 Fanfare and Alleluia - 2-3 octaves
Published in two compatible editions, this outburst of joy rings quite easily and requires no bell/chime changes. Instructions are provided for the use of the beginning of the work as an optional proc...
A delightful staccato accompaniment pattern characterizes this lively setting of the familiar carol, first in the mid range and then in the treble bells. The melody is then embellished and presented a...
CGB558 Resounding Alleluias (Full Score)
Stirring and energetic throughout, this medley intricately combines three hymns of praise with Alleluia refrains: the majestic LASST UNS ERFREUEN ("All Creatures of Our God and King" and "Praise God f...
CGB560 Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day
The traditional English Christmas carol is brought to life in this joyful setting. The use of thumb damps and mallets as well as chimes, a key change, and dramatic dynamic changes will help to keep ri...
“Come a-caroling” with this seasonal favorite. The various stanzas of the carol text are musically portrayed in this creative arrangement, providing a variety of moods throughout the work. Joy abounds...
CGB564 Remembrance (Donna's Song)
Written in memory of a dedicated bell ringer, this original composition suggests the sadness of loss, the joy of life and the affirmation of hope. A plaintive melody is first presented in a minor mode...
CGB565 African Noel (Full Score) - 3-5 octaves
Andre Thomas's popular choral work for Christmas is the source for this delightful handbell arrangement. An energetic malleted bass pattern drives the piece through the first and final sections, enhan...
CGB583 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
The hymn tune ST. DENIO is the basis for this arrangement, which begins with an original melody in a joyful, lilting style. Staccato techniques and malleted treble bells are featured in the second sec...
CGB572 Ballade in C Minor - 3-5 octaves
This reflective original composition provides a good opportunity to work on sensitive ringing and expressive phrasing. A forte, slightly faster middle section contrasts the quiet beginning and ending....
CGB585 Hail the Day that Sees Him Rise (Christ the Lord is Risen Today)
This uplifting arrangement of the hymn tune LLANFAIR will keep all ringers actively involved. It features an engaging middle section in which the theme passes through several interesting keys. Techniq...
A bold exploration of syncopation and ostinati, ""Veritas"" (Latin for "truth") opens with marted chords and a unique pealing pattern, then settles into the driving rhythms of the main theme. Slow mot...
CGB590 Sing We Now of Christmas; Now the Green Blade Rises (Full Score)
This creative and varied arrangement of the French carol NOËL NOUVELET is an exciting musical option for both the Christmas and Easter seasons. The opening uses randomly malleted bells along with a fr...
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