Handbell

Written for 3 to 7 octave handbell choir. Level 5.This masterful original composition is a true tour de force for advanced ensembles. An ethereal opening gives way to energetic, driving themes that refuse to relent! A smoother middle section gives a...

Written for 4 to 7 octave handbell choir and optional 4 to 7 octaves of handchimes.  Level 4+.  This joyous original tune from the pen of Jason Krug is based loosely on the opening chapters of the book of Genesis, from the creation of the...

 Arranged for one or two handbell choirs - 4-6 octaves - with organ and optional congregation.  Level 2+.  ODE TO JOY

Written for 5-6 octave handbell choir and 2 octaves of handchimes.  Level 4.  Beautiful and flowing, this original composition will please audiences and challenge ringers to stretch their musicality. Interweaving handbell and handchime lines...

 Arranged for 3-6 octaves handbell choir, 3-5 octaves of handchimes.  Level 2+.  An arrangement of the octavo by Sue Farrar.

 4-7 octaves, optional 3 octaves of handchimes, level 4.  An arrangement of the Edward Elgar Variation IX from the Enigma Variations.

Arranged for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir with optional 2 octaves of handchimes and optional tambourine.  Level 3.  Bold, open harmonies dominate Jason Krug’s arrangement of the hymn BEACH SPRING. Set in a lilting 6/8, the opening...

Arranged for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir.  Level 4.  Karen Lakey Buckwalter delicately weaves together the hymntune FOREST GREEN with the J.S. Bach setting of "Sheep May Safely Graze" in this gorgeous arrangement. Replete with unexpected...

 Setting for 3-6 octave handbell choir, optional 2 octaves of handchimes, and SATB, Unison choir or congregation.  Music by Ralph Vaughan Williams.  Level 2+

Arranged for 4 to 7 octave handbell choir with optional A1 and B1.  Level 4.  William Griffin’s masterful transcription of the Bourrée from Bach’s Partita #1 in B Minor for Violin is a challenge not for the faint of...

4-6 octaves, level 4

Arranged for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir, optional 3 to 6 octaves of handchimes and optional bodhran and shaker,  Level 2+.  A driving rhythm, established by malleted bells and optional bodhrán and shaker, sets up this haunting...

Written for 3-7 octave handbell choir.  Level 3.  Despite calling for no bell changes, Sandra Winter’s original composition is a worthy challenge for the intermediate choir. Featuring a repeating bass line and melodic material, the piece...

 Written for 3-6 octave handbell choir and optional 3 octaves of handchimes.  Level 5.

3-5 octaves - level 4-, optional 3 octaves of handchimes  -  What starts as a haunting and ethereal statement of the well-known tune KINGSFOLD becomes an explosion of joy before returning to a meditative state. The beginning and ending sections...

Written for 5 to 7 octave handbell choir and 5 to 6 octaves of handchimes.  Level 3+.  Lush harmonies underscore this beautiful, prayerful melody by Matthew Compton.  The triplet accompaniment figure gives way to a more delicately scored...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3.Rejoice in the risen Savior with this jubilant setting of the beloved EASTER HYMN. Exciting and unexpected harmonies abound, surrounded by powerful rhythmic drive. Be sure to add in the optional one or...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3.Rejoice in the risen Savior with this jubilant setting of the beloved EASTER HYMN. Exciting and unexpected harmonies abound, surrounded by powerful rhythmic drive. Be sure to add in the optional one or...

3-6 octaves, level 4

Written for 3-7 octave handbell choir and optional 3-6 octaves of handchimes.  Level 3+.  An original composition with quotes from several carols in the piece.

 4-6 octaves, level 5

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3+.Jason W. Krug gives us this joyous arrangement that beautifully captures the anticipation and excitement of the Advent season. Listeners are taken on a journey of hope and expectation, celebrating the...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 4.This setting by Jason W. Krug resonates with a festive spirit, infusing the timeless melody with vibrant energy and warmth. With its dynamic contrasts and expressive phrasing, this arrangement creates a...

Written for 4 to 6 octave handbell choir with optional E2 and F2 and optional 3 octaves of handchimes.  Level 4-.  This Baroque-style masterwork from the pen of Michael Helman is a fantastic opportunity for advanced ensembles to show off...

Full score for 3-6 octaves and solo organ, level 4-. Bold and striking describe this original composition by Michael Helman. From a majestic beginning replete with dotted rhythms, the piece moves to a flowing section with copious interplay between the...