Handbell

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...

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir with optional B-flat 2 and optional F8.  Level 3.  An opening, chant-like mood – designed to evoke the ancient origins of the Church – sets the stage for this arrangement of the hymn tune...

 Arranged for 3 octave handbell choir with flute or 4-5 octave handbell choir with optional flute (in the handbell score).  Level 3. 

3-5 octaves - level 3; 3-4 octaves of handchimes; optional flute or C-instrument part included in the score.  Jane McFadden’s arrangement of two tunes – “Bright and Glorious Is the Sky” and “He Is Born”...

Arranged for 2 or 3 octave handbell choir.  Level 2.  This delicate and joyful setting of a well-known Danish tune is musically satisfying for ringer and listener alike. Numerous techniques abound, and several key changes will keep ringers...

3-5 octaves, optional 3 octaves of handchimes

4-6 octaves, level 4

 Arranged for 3-5 octaves, level 3-.  Traditional French carol.

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...

Patricia Hurlbutt’s lush arrangement of this Latvian folk tune is a beautiful choice for the ensemble looking for something a little different.  The simple melody is paired with flowing accompaniments and rich harmonies, yielding a perfect...

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 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3+.This joyous original tune will find use both in concert and throughout the church year. A memorable melody, frequent syncopations, and original harmonies combine to make this a piece sure to delight...

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3+.This joyous original tune will find use both in concert and throughout the church year. A memorable melody, frequent syncopations, and original harmonies combine to make this a piece sure to delight...

 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...

3-5 octaves, level 3  Suitable for Christmas services

3-5 octaves handbells or 3-5 octaves of handchimes, level 2-

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir.  Level 3-.  Sandra Winter’s jubilant original piece is as much a delight to ring as it is to hear.  A bold, joyous opening gives way to a memorable melody filled with both rising and...

 Written for 4 octave handbell choir.  Level 2+

 Arranged for 3-5 octave handbell choir and optional handchimes.  Level 2+. Uses TRYGGARE KAN INGEN VARA and BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR.  Flowing accompaniment and delicate scoring add an element of charm to this arrangement of “Children of...

 Arranged for 3-5 octave handbell choir.  Level 3.  Also uses the Hallelujah Chorus by Handel.

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