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Jazz Fanfare and Alleluia - Commissioned by the Greater Houston Handbell Association for FebFest 1997, the tenth anniversary. The opening fanfare is syncopated and shifts the beat emphasis around through changing meter and ties.
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Comp:
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Tucker, M.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3-6
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Jericho - Julie Turner brings us this fun, yet challenging, piece that paints a musical picture of the well-known Bible story of Jericho.
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Comp:
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Traditonal Spiritual
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Arr:
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Turner, Julie
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Octaves:
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4-7
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Advanced
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Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring - The 3 ringers are actively playing the traditional obligato part throughout. This is suported by the accompanist who also plays the chorale tune. Each ringer's part is on a different staff.
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Comp:
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Bach, J. S.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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3
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Medium
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Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross - The introduction of this favorite gospel song finds the bells in flute-like counter-melody above the true melody rung on chimes in the lower register. Flowing textures ensue with a final passage of suspended bells on the tune "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross." The ending is a nice change from the usual big endings, giving the listener a chance to reflect on the cross.
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Comp:
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Crosby, F.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross - Fresh arrangement with an easy, harmonically interesting accompaniment. End the solo with an unaccompanied bell tree.
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Comp:
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Crosby, F.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Easy
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Jesus Lover of My Soul - A forceful introduction opens this arrangement of the old hymn tune.
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Comp:
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Roth, K.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Jesus Shall Reign - Alternating ringing and marting set up a march-like mood for the quick entrance of the majestic hymn tune. The sections are contrasting and marked with "Exuberance" and "Gently", giving ringers an opportunity to work on musical expression.
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Comp:
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Hatton, J.
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Arr:
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Eithun, S.
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Octaves:
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3
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Level: | 2-
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Jesus Walked this Lonesome Valley - The arrangers make this note: "This handbell solo is intended to reflect several emotional responses to the grace of Jesus - contemplation, sadness, celebration."
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Kastner, M./McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley - Timeless spiritual sensitively arranged. Harmonies and techniques (LV, Vib, SW, Sk, Mallet) contrast mood and style.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Stephenson, V.
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Joseph Dearest Joseph Mine - This lovely carol in lilting 6/8 meter contrasts a lively 1st section with a calmer 2nd section.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Haan, R.
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Octaves:
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3
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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Joseph's Song - This arrangement of a Gene Grier original begins with a short, free passage before the tune begins in a faster, measured tempo. Two octaves of optional handchimes and mallets on suspended bells add a starlight quality to the music in certain passages.
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Comp:
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Grier, G.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Joyful Canticle - Kevin McChesney's joyful original provides a good workout for handbell techniques.
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Comp:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Joyful Heart, A - The compound meter and multiple techniques add joy to this lovely original melody.
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Comp:
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Page, A. L.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Joyful Interlude - A marvelous piece for 3 octaves. First appearance is deceiving but one finds depth and a challenge. Sensitivity to tempo changes and voice leading lead to a rewarding piece.
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Comp:
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Bonde, A.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Joy to the World - At 51 measures, this lively, upbeat setting of the popular tune by George F. Handel would fit perfectly in a quick moment during Advent or Christmas worship.
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Comp:
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Handel, George F.
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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Joy to the World - A versatile composition for 2-3 or 4-5 octaves of handbells with full symphony orchestra or combinations of strings and woodwinds or string and brass. It is also scored for optional SATB chorus and/or audience sing-a-long.
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Comp:
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Handel, G. F.
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Arr:
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Bartsch, Jr., J.
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Octaves:
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2-5
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Jubilance - A short, bright, happy piece written for 1992 Nassau Festival available in two editions, one for 2-3 octave choirs and one for 4-5 octave choirs. Perfect for festival and massed ringing.
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Comp:
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Sherman, A.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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2-5
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Jubilation Praise - "O praise ye the Lord, all things that give sound; each jubilant chord, re-echo around." This quote from the pen of Henry Williams Baker (1821-1877) is the inspiration for this original composition for handbells and optional handchimes in the upper, 3-octave range. The moods range from maestoso to allegro to dolce as the bells ring in fully-scored textures.
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Comp:
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Winter, S.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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