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In this ring & sing setting by arranger, Arnold Sherman, the beauty and simplicity of Laurie Klein’s ever-popular praise song is perfectly captured, as he combines it with the classic hymn “My Jes…

3-5 Oct.
Arrangement By Wagner, Douglas E.

Sandra Eithun and Linda Lamb have taken Sandra’s arrangement of “I Saw Three Ships” and retained all the flavor of the 3-6 octave version in a new setting for bell tree solo with keyboard accomp…

May be used with the title, Hosanna, Loud Hosanna, for Palm Sunday

This festive prelude is a part of Joel Raney's exciting series of piano/organ duets. This setting includes texts for two different occasions: I Sing the Mighty Power of God is useful for celebrating t…

This sensitive and introspective setting of a timeless hymn tune will find a multitude of uses in traditional as well as contemporary worship services.

3-5 oct.
Music By O'Hara
Arrangement By Wagner, Douglas E.

An original handbell composition for 3-5 octaves.
Music By Dobrinski, Cynthia

This festive setting of the hymn tune, HYFRYDOL, spans the entire dynamic spectrum beginning and ending with strong, bold chords. The middle section provides a contrasting, contemplative treatment of…

Images of the midnight sky covering the desolate Bethlehem plains, as cows and sheep in a small, crude stable gather to protect a tiny babe in a manger, are brought to mind in this memorable musical e…

The musical style of Erik Satie's Gymnopédies is a perfect match to this unhurried and ethereal Appalachian folk tune by William Moats. Lush sound flows from the thin textured music. This setting is…

Susan T. Nelson’s big band style arrangement of this familiar spiritual has a boogie-woogie feel that makes it tons of fun to play. Stopped sounds abound…

This enjoyable setting uses a variety of styles and techniques offering a fanciful interpretation to this well-known spiritual.Series: Resounding Faith. Instrumental Parts: 3, 4, 5 octaves handbells.…

3-5 oct.
Arrangement By McChesney, Kevin

We welcome Ben Tucker to the catalog with his highly musical and colorfully scored set of concert variations on the tune by Georg Neumark. Swings, LVs, martellatos, and shakes are included.

Voicing…

If Thou But Suffer God to Guide Thee

The arranger, Donna Hanna, calls for the music to be played “molto legato.” The eighth-note patterns of accompaniment are the tool for this “smoothness.�…

4-5 oct.
Music By Payn, William A.

Confident, amply scored harmonies distinguish this straightforward and compelling setting.

Performed "In 1," this is a sprightly and rhythmic setting of the hymn tune St. Denio. The listener's interest is held through the use of varied techniques: thumb damping, mart lift, plucking, echo d…

3 Oct.
Arrangement By Wagner, Douglas E.

Level 3+ • A classic settings from the Lorenz organ catalog is brought to life in a vibrant arrangement for bells and chimes. Full of contrasts in tone and texture, performances will leave listeners…

Set in G major throughout, Akers seamlessly weaves together three hymn tunes, leading worshipers to the healing and ever-present grace of our Lord. The themes are consistently predominant and the chan…

Level 2 • This direct and highly expressive setting of a revered Contemporary Christian song keeps the tune prominent and the technical demands to a minimum. The music preserves the dignity of the t…

Stuart Townend and Keith Getty’s powerful new praise and worship song has been set for 3-5 octaves of handbells with optional handchimes. Just as the lyrics of the song grow in intensity, so does ea…

Level 2 • From the embracing strains of "Children of the Heavenly Father" to the energetic praise conveyed in "How Firm a Foundation," these highly useable and solidly scored selections feature a va…

3-5 Oct.
Music By Roth, Elton
Arrangement By Starks, Howard F.

We are so pleased to be able to bring back into print a brand new edition of an evocative original work by respected handbell pioneer and mentor, Don Allured. From the lovely beginning and ending chai…

Level 2+ • This subdued musical meditation on "Joy to the World" offers an entrancing backdrop for prayerful thought on the miracle of Christ's birth and the ensuing events of His life. A steady eig…

Using only legato ringing, this gently flowing setting conveys a sense of peace and tranquility surrounding the birth of the Christ child. Optional handchimes in the middle section provide a lovely co…

An elegantly graceful offering teeming with rich chords, this arrangement is stunning in its simplicity and beauty. Techniques used include LVs and Echoes. “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” is used a…

3-5 oct.
Music By Beall, Mary Kay
General, Communion

Set with prayerful care in a simple, direct style, two beloved hymn tunes are paired together in a touching meditation on God's unwavering love. The work is set in G major at a slow tempo, with only a…

Joyful and uplifting

Voicing: HB 3-5

3 oct.
Arrangement By Rucker

For 3-5 Octaves of bells with optional Flute. The reproducible flute part is included.

This Irish melody has been crafted for the established 2-octave ensemble. It is a certain crowd pleaser in a concert and a reverent addition to worship.Series: Resounding Faith. Instrumental Parts: 2…

Bright, bold fanfare

Celebrate the culmination of Holy Week with this exciting opening for your Easter service, either as a choral introit, or as a processional. Written for SATB choir and keyboard, with the optional chil…

Especially suited for youth and children and for developing choirs. Ringers will enjoy mastering the undulating rhuthm of the mallets and plucks.Series: Resounding Faith. Suitable for Children: Yes. I…

Cynthia Dobrinski’s elegant setting of this familiar carol provides sufficent contrast throughout by incorporating a variety of elements including a verse of “Away in a Manger” in the middle sec…

Larson's emotional setting paints a perfect musical picture of Horatio Spafford's beloved hymn.

Solo/Duet
Arrangement By Anderson, Christine D. / Carter, John

3-5 oct. w/opt. Percussion
Music By Potter, Doreen
Arrangement By Behnke, John

Fun for the ringers to perform and engaging for audiences to hear, Martha Lynn Thompson’s setting of this jazzy Leroy Anderson composition makes an excellent concert encore. With the exception of an…

Introspective harmonies and a captivating rhythmic flow set the backdrop for this exquisite setting.

3-5 oct. w/opt. 2-4 oct. Handchimes
Music By Bach
Arrangement By McChesney, Kevin

For multiple choirs and accompaniment with Narration and optional Handbells, or for SATB Choir and Piano

3 oct.
Music By Williams
Arrangement By Wagner, Douglas E.
Easter

Cynthia Dobrinski’s joyful and creative rendition of the LLANFAIR tune is full of variety and excitement. Mallet rolls, big chords, shakes, martellatos, martellato lifts, plucks, pluck lifts, mallet…

3-6 oct.
Arrangement By Sherman, Arnold

A medley of "There's Something About That Name" and "Jesus, What a Wonderful Name."

Solo
Arrangement By Anderson, Christine D. / Holstein, Jane

"Brightly, with mischief," describes this creative rendition of the holiday favorite. It will add great sparkle and joy to the holiday spirit of any Christmas concert.

3-5 oct.
Arrangement By Kent
Christmas, Secular

From Cynthia Dobrinski, here is a lively, accessible setting perfect for any holiday concert. The addition of mallet techniques, which include both staccatos and mallet rolls, along with the optional…

Though Joseph is described but not quoted in the Scriptures, this text is in the voice of Joseph reflecting on Mary his wife and his infant son. The accompaniment for this mostly unison carol moves in…

3-5 oct.
Arrangement By Thompson, Martha Lynn
General, Blues-Gospel-Spirituals

Paul McKlveen’s original work is full of splendor and majesty with bells ranging from 3 to 7 octaves making this accessible for many ensembles. Optional instruments include Bflat or C instrument and…

Level 2 • This skillful arrangement of one of the few popular Praise and Worship titles for Christmas includes strains of Gustav Holst’s “In the Bleak Midwinter,” as well as subtle hints of �…

Level 2 • This skillful arrangement of one of the few popular Praise and Worship titles for Christmas includes strains of Gustav Holst’s “In the Bleak Midwinter,” as well as subtle hints of �…

This is Hope's all-time best selling anthem! The separate brass parts are B-flat Trumpets 1 & 2, and Trombones 1 & 2. The full orchestration by Mark Kellner consists of parts for: Flute, Oboe, Clari…

This festive, versatile arrangement, may be done with organ and handbells or with handbells and almost any combination of string and/or wind instruments. Albert Zabel’s setting provides a great deal…

3-5 oct.
Arrangement By Dobrinski, Cynthia

3-5 oct. & Keyboard, C Instr. or Orch.
Arrangement By McKechnie, D. Linda

This Christmas prelude is from Joel Raney’s series of top-selling piano/organ duets, with SATB choir entering at the conclusion for an optional choral introit. A perfect beginning to a Christmas ser…

Level 2 • After a brilliant introduction, this arrangement features three familiar tunes in succession and closes with a reprise of “O Come, All Ye Faithful.” Ample doubling and easy rhythms ens…

A festive setting of Angels We Have Heard on High

Brian Childers has designed a joyous, happy setting of Angels We Have Heard on High. This upbeat and crisp arrangement practically plays itself. It…

3 Oct.
Music By Hopson, Hal H.

This festive original composition by Barbara Kinyon would make a great opener for a concert, as well as an ideal opening selection for the beginning of a worship service. Available in a 2-3 octave se…

Celebrate Christmas in all its glory with this brilliant hymn concertato by Mary McDonald that continues her distinctive series of traditional hymn settings. Written for choir, congregation, organ, pi…

2-3 oct.
Music By Beethoven
Arrangement By Sherman, Arnold

4-6 oct.
Music By Beethoven
Arrangement By Raney, Joel / Sherman, Arnold

Based on Hymn to Joy. Reproducible pages included for Choir, Congregation, Handbells, and Brass are included. The Organist may play from either Piano/Organ score, or when conducting, the Full score. P…

This festive prelude is based on perhaps the best-known hymn tune of all time, HYMN TO JOY, in Joel Raney’s exciting series of piano/organ duets, with SATB choir entering at the conclusion for an op…

3-5 oct.
Music By Sherman, Arnold

A collage fantasy on 3 traditional Christmas melodies.
Music By Wilson, Malcolm C.

2 oct.
Music By Hollis

3-5 octave
Music By Parrish

3-5 oct. w/opt. Hand Drum
Arrangement By Buckwalter

Lady Gaga's first mega-hit with its catchy chorus and exciting rhythms is sure to appeal to any handbell ensemble, especially the youth ringers. The malleted bass adds the backup to the melody that w…

Following the success of the first "Keep It Simple" collection of Christmas Carols, this accessible and versatile 3-octave collection includes eight popular hymn tunes designed to be performed on eith…

This accessible collection for 3 octave choirs is designed for beginning ringers of handchimes or handbells. Quickly learned, these arrangements make ideal considerations for worship and concerts anyt…

Created with the beginning choir in mind, these are readily accessible arrangements of Christmas favorites for 2-octave choirs. Full and dynamic chords coupled with appealing arrangements characterize…

This original composition utilizes an ample supply of stopped sound techniques to compliment the melody.Series: Resounding Faith. Suitable for Children: Yes. Instrumental Parts: 3 octaves handbells wi…

After opening in a free-flowing, contemplative style, Patricia Cota’s setting of this popular praise song of devotion moves into a simple verse and chorus. The high treble sixteenth notes float abov…

3-5 oct.
Arrangement By Wilson, John F.
General, Multi-Cultural

This longtime Contemporary Christian favorite is now available in an easy 2–3 octave arrangement. The work is set in B-flat major and G major, and it follows the emotional contours of the original c…

3-5 oct.

This composition can use both handbells and handchimes and it has been carefully crafted to allow for easy switching between both instruments. This piece is well suited for the developing choir.Series…

Excitement knows no bounds in this joyous original work.

3 oct.
Arrangement By Kinyon, Barbara B.

SATB & Handbells

Voicing: HB 3

This dramatic original composition represents unwavering strength and bold character. It's an excellent choice for prelude, postlude or for any celebration service and is sure to be enthusiastically a…

Level 2 • A warm and embracing work based on two beloved African American spirituals, ringers should encounter little difficulty in putting this one together. A true blessing for your congregation.

Level 2 • The ethereal charm of the opening and closing eight measures captures the tone for this seamless presentation of three thought-provoking hymn tunes for the Lenten season. The tempo is slow…

This composition, set in F major and C major, is based on the themes of Christ’s suffering and death on the cross and our own sinful ways. The composer presents the listener with a medley of standar…

Expressive and reflective