Kevin McChesney has transcribed this classic from Bizet for 3-7 octaves of handbells and two optional belltrees. The tune "March of the Kings" makes an appearance, making this piece appropriate for concert, Advent, Christmas, or general use. Although the belltrees are optional, they certainly add a lot of flash to the performance. It is 133 measures in length and is scored in C Major.
Composer:
Bizet, Georges
Arranger:
McChesney, Kevin
Octaves:
3-7
Copyright:
2011
Level:
3
Rating:
Advanced
Less than a full Handbell Choir:
N/A
Classification:
Church or Concert Concert Classical Composers Classical Music Bell Tree Secular
Technique:
Pl (Pluck) Mallet Roll Martellato Lift Mallet Martellato Sk (Shake) TD (Thumb Damp) RT (Ring Touch)
Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
Instrument:
Bell Tree
Season:
Advent All Year Christmas
Bells Used:
Three Octaves (35) Four Octaves(45) Five Octaves(54) Six Octaves(61) Seven Octaves(63)