The martial texture of this setting of the French carol is characterized by staccato articulations in march-like patterns, a dotted-rhythm melody, and strong chordal support of melody in the full sections of the work. Pluck, mallet, echo, and shake techniques are scored for special effect. Measures total 46.
Composer:
French Carol
Arranger:
Ingram, Bill
Octaves:
3-5
Copyright:
2005
Level:
3-
Rating:
Medium
Less than a full Handbell Choir:
N/A
Classification:
Church or Concert
Technique:
Pl (Pluck) Mallet Sk (Shake) Echo
Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
Instrument:
N/A
Season:
Epiphany Christmas
Bells Used:
Three Octaves (26) Four Octaves(32) Five Octaves(36)