Handbell

Written for 4 to 8 octave handbell choir. Level 5.Sandra Eithun's arrangement of "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" creates an atmosphere of excitement and triumph as the timeless carol is presented in a vibrant new light. The optional additions of Mark...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3.For ensembles looking for something bold for Easter or any other celebratory event, look no further! This bold setting of Beethoven's "Ode to Joy" is approachable for most intermediate handbell...

5-7 octaves, optional 5-7 octaves of handchimes, level 5.  Part of the Raleigh Ringers Virtuaoo Series. This work from master composer William Payn will stretch your ringers on all fronts, challenging them to bring forth all the musicality the...

Written for 5 to 8 octave handbell choir. Level 4.   COMPANION PRODUCTS Lux Aeterna - handbell part

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3. An ethereal opening featuring randomly-malleted suspended bells gives way to a setting of the well-known tune underscored by flowing sixteenth notes. Unexpected harmonies appear prominently throughout...

Written for 5 to 7 octave handbell choir and 3 octaves of handchimes.  Level 3.  This stunning original from Matthew Compton is replete with emotion and descriptive storytelling. From a delicate, ethereal opening, the piece moves into a...

 Arranged for 5-7 octave handbell choir and 3-4 octaves of handchimes.  Level 5.  From the Serenade for Strings by Peter I. Tchaikovsky.

 Arranged for 3-6 octaves, level 2+.  Christmas carol.

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir, optional 3 to 6 octaves of handchimes and optional tambourine and hand drum.  Level 3+.  This original work by Matthew Compton is an emotional and accessible choice for concert or worship. A flowing...

Arranged for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir, optional 3 to 6 octaves of handchimes and optional flute, windchimes and bongo drum.  Level 3.  With a mysterious and evocative opening, this arrangement of a French carol is sure to add an element of...

3-6 octave, level 3+.  KINGS OF THE ORIENT and Ukrainian Bell Carol.  Deftly weaving together two well-known Christmas tunes, this arrangement is sure to delight ringers and surprise audiences. A frantic accompaniment figure gives way to an...

 Arranged for 3-6 octave handbell choir.  Level 5+.  Camille Saint-Saens.

4-6 octaves, level 5.  Arrangement of the Tchaikovsky piece from the Nutcracker Suite

Written for 4 to 7 octave handbell choir and optional 4 to 7 octaves of handchimes.  level 4.  This original work based upon the opening of Psalm 130 (“Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice.”) is a haunting,...

Full score (keyboard and 3-6 octave handbell part)  Michael Helman's Grand March is a brilliant proclamation for three to six octaves of handbells with optional C2 bell, optional handchimes, and optional organ.  A syncopated fanfare gives way...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir and optional 3 octaves of handchimes.  Level 3.  With an opening set of measures that can be used as an easily-memorized processional, this joyous paean is guaranteed to delight. Bold, syncopated chords...

Written for 5 to 8 octave handbell choir. Level 4.

For 3 to 7 octave handbell choir and optional 3 octaves of handchimes.  Rated level 3.  A mournful minor verse of the Lowell Mason tune gives rise to a hopeful modal version employing unexpected harmonies and propelling eighth notes. Tension...

For 3 to 7 octave handbell choir, optional 3 to 7 octaves of handchimes and optional rainstick.  This masterfully written original piece by Brenda Austin will provide challenges both technical and musical for your advanced ensembles, and an auditory...

Arranged for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir and optional 3 to 6 octaves of handchimes.  Level 3+.  Brian Childers’ arrangement of the well-known “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear” is a fresh take on an old classic. An...

Arranged for 3 to 6 octave handbells, 2 octaves of handchimes and optional flute or violin.  Level 3.  Combining the tunes “Just As I Am” and “Will the Circle Be Unbroken?”, this gentle, emotional medley casts both hymns...

A bold melody in octaves (with at optional LV to mimic the sound of a carillon) gives way to a series of variations of the theme which grow in complexity and intensity through to the big, bold finish.  A variety of techniques are found throughout,...

Written for 5 to 7 octave handbell choir and optional 3 octaves of handchimes.  Level 4.  Propulsive eighth notes underscore a primal melody of moving parallel fourths before passing on to a beautiful melody on handchimes.  A short...

Written for 4 to 7 octave handbell choir. Level 5.Brenda Austin brings us this tour de force perfect for advanced ensembles looking for a true challenge! Written in honor of Milwaukee Handbell Ensemble's 20th anniversary, the changing time signatures,...

For 4 to 7 octave handbell choir and optional 4 to 7 octaves of handchimes.  Level 3-.  Sandra Winter’s original title features a gentle, lyric melody paired with flowing, arpeggiated accompaniment lines. Creative use of the handchimes...