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This award-winning work from Molly Ijames feels like a beloved folk tune despite being newly written. Beautifully arching melodies portray the graceful limbs of the stately tree, supported by flowing and evocative piano accompaniment with optional solo...

A striking re-texting of Faure's "Cantique de Jean Racine". The much-loved hymn text "My Song is Love Unknown" fits amazingly to Faure's music, resulting in a musical meditation at the foot of the cross that will be perfect for Good Friday, communion,...

"You brush the vault of heaven and paint the stars of night, each with a separate splendor, the canvas filled with light." In Sanctus (A Separate Splendor), Craig Courtney sets Pamela Stewart's radiant words about the glory of the heavens being the same...

Emily Dickinson’s poetry shines in this musical setting of “Hope is the Thing with Feathers.” Denise Gilliland brings the words to life with a memorable melody and accessible harmonies for the singers. The optional flute has a bird-song sound to it that...

An optional Latin chant opens and closes Craig Courtney's setting of Pamela Stewart's text, The Embrace, which explores God's never-ending presence in all things: "Called or uncalled, God, you are present, within the air, the breath I take; the arms...

Now available for treble choirs! An optional Latin chant opens and closes Craig Courtney's setting of Pamela Stewart's text exploring God's never-ending presence in all things: "Called or uncalled, God, you are present, within the air, the breath I take;...

Now available for TTBB choirs! An optional Latin chant opens and closes Craig Courtney's setting of Pamela Stewart's text exploring God's never-ending presence in all things: "Called or uncalled, God, you are present, within the air, the breath I take;...

An uplifting text to keep hope alive in hard times is set to a beautiful, lyrical melody in this original song by Darla Eshelman. This song will provide opportunities for deeper conversations and community building in your ensemble!

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3.Lloyd Larson's bold setting of this beloved favorite is sure to be a hit with your ringers and listeners alike. Fanfare like figures open each verse, adding to the celebratory nature of the piece. ...

Written for 3 to 7 octave handbell choir. Level 3.Flowing eighth note arpeggios in 12/8 time underscore this rich setting of the tune ES IST EIN ROS. Delicate countermelodies weave in and out, and several sections on handchimes add a rich, sonorous tone...

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3.Karen Buckwalter's bold medley of the hymntunes CONSOLATION, KINGSFOLD, and VENI EMMANUEL highlights the birth of Jesus as that of the King of Kings. The tunes are masterfully woven together, building in...

Written for 3 to 8 octave handbell choir. Level 4.This rousing original composition for 3-8 octave handbells by Mitchell Eithun is based on a verse from Psalm 118: "This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it." The rhythmic...

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3-.Craig Courtney's beloved choral anthem "Ukrainian Alleluia" has been arranged for 3-5 octave handbell ensemble by Mitchell Eithun. This piece, inspired by Craig's trip to Ukraine in 2007 is "a musical...

Beckenhorst welcomes Canadian composer Laura Hawley to our catalog with this joyful work for youth/treble choirs. Texts about the enduring joy of music by Sigfried Sassoon and James Whitcomb Riley are set to two delightful melodies which then sound...

Winner of the 2025 Indianapolis Symphonic Choir Carol Competition, Benjamin Knoedler's "Ding Dong, Merrily on High!" marvelously weaves together the traditional French carol with the "Troika" theme from Prokofiev; the two melodies seem to fit together...

This original composition by Leeann Starkey brings together piano with optional flute and violin to create a song that can be used for multiple occasions! A more general text speaking of thankfulness and an alternate Christmas text help make this a...

Molly Ijames' first piano collection from Beckenhorst! Nine arrangements, most transcribed from her choral settings, for use in general worship, Advent, Christmas, and Holy Week. Molly's innate pianism and creativity are on full display throughout,...

Celestial Trilogy is a stunning choral set by composer Robert S. Cohen with poetry by Ronald W. Cadmus, featuring three evocative works for SSAA or SATB voices. This collection explores the wonders of the universe through vivid imagery and rich musical...

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 2.Noted arranger Lloyd Larson has composed this medley of the beloved hymns "In the Cross of Christ I Glory" and "Near the Cross" for 3-5 octave handbells. The arrangement is accessible for most ensembles...

Polish composer Anna Rocławska-Musiałczyk joins the Beckenhorst catalog with this prize-winning choral artsong for treble choir. A full range of textures and colors from both choir and piano creates a mystical soundscape for this "O Antiphon." An...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3+.We welcome arranger Stephen Wurst to the Beckenhorst handbell catalog with this festive setting of "The Day of Resurrection" incorporating motifs from "Christ the Lord is Risen Today". The arrangement is...

Part of the Folksongs and Traditional Tunes collection (ICC3006DL), Paul Ayres' arrangement of Auld Lang Syne brings a thoughtful and engaging interpretation to this cherished classic. This a cappella setting is easy to learn but provides enough musical...

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 2+.Michael Helman has crafted a colorful and flexible arrangement of Beethoven's Ode to Joy. The piece is available in compatible editions for 2-3 and 3-6 octave ensembles and makes a great selection for...

A beautiful setting for unison choir and piano! This arrangement of the traditional carol features soloists along with the choir. The piano accompaniment captures the beauty of this timeless song.

Part of the Folksongs and Traditional Tunes collection (ICC3006DL), Paul Ayres' arrangement of Our Captain Calls All Hands brings energy and excitement to this spirited folk song. This a cappella arrangement is straightforward to learn while offering...