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Advent and Christmas Quartets - Each ringer's part is on a separate system, so four copies will be needed unless ringers share a stand. The 2 quartets individually arranged are "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus" and "Good Christian Men Rejoice."
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Hirt
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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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Easy Medium
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Ah Holy Jesus - A deeply moving melodic composition expressing a reflective and profound Lenten mood, this arrangement of the classical hymn tune is by John Carter.
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Comp:
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Cruger, J.
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Arr:
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Carter, J.
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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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Ah Holy Jesus - It is rare to find an arrangement that will work for 2, 3 or 4 octaves, but this setting of the hymn tune Herzliebster Jesu does just that.
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Wagner, H. D.
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Octaves:
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2-4
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Air - This simple arrangement of an original tune sounds like a folk melody. A flute or recorder may be used to add variety.
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Comp:
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Nelson, S.
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Arr:
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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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Alba - "Alba", an original composition by Enrique Granados, is sub-titled "Song Without Words". Arranger Kevin McChesney uses layers of sound to bring out the Spanish flavor inherent in the melody.
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Comp:
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Granados, E.
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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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Allegro - Michael Keller's transcription has done justice to Mozart's "Allegro" from the "Jupiter" Symphony #41 in C. Special performance notes are given to accomplish symphonic techniques on the bells.
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Comp:
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Mozart, W.
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Arr:
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Keller, M.
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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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Alleluia in 5/8 - This commissioned original work is set in 5/8 time, with eighth-notes moving along in energetic spurts - often marked with staccatos for extra spice.
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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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3-5
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Level: | 5
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Rating:
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Advanced
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Alleluia the Strife is O'er - This arrangement for 2-3 octaves by Greg Kerkorian is full sounding and easy to learn. It is based on the "Victory" tune by Palestrina.
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Comp:
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Palestrina, G.
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Arr:
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Kerkorian, G.
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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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All Glory Laud and Honor - Echo, LV, pluck, thumb damp, and mallet articulations are scored in this simple setting of the Palm Sunday hymn.
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name - Accessible to young ringers as well as experienced groups, this arrangement includes three hymn tunes that employ this majestic text.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Lamb, L.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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All Things Bright and Beautiful - Looking for a piece to transition up to Level 2 repertoire? This short 28 measure arrangement of the familiar hymn tune ROYAL OAK may just be the answer!
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Comp:
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Royal Oak
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Arr:
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Hall, Janet
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Amazing Grace - Combine your resources with any combination of bells, organ and/or brass; and you will understand why this is not just another arrangement of the "too often arranged" tune. It is ideal for church or concert!
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Comp:
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Arr:
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McKechnie, D. L.
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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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Medium
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American Medley - Ideal for a national holiday or any patriotic setting, this fresh arrangement of "The Battle Hymn" and "Dixie" by a newly found handbell composer delights audience and ringer.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Yurick
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Octaves:
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4
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Medium
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And Can It Be - An old gospel song is creatively arranged using meter and key changes. Rhythmically easy and chordal, most of the meter changes occur on only one page, so once you get past those you are home-free!
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Comp:
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Campbell, T.
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Arr:
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McKlveen, P.
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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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Medium
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Angel Glory - A medley of carols with themes centering on the angels of Christmas: “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”, “While Shepherds Watched their Flocks by Night”, “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear”, and “Angels We Have Heard on High,” provides bright, vibrant, useful music for the holiday season!
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Comp:
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Various
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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: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Anthem - If you are looking for a meaty composition for a concert setting, then this original work from Kevin McChesney is for you!
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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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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Arab Dance - Peter Tchaikovsky's beloved "Nutcracker" is visited again by arranger Kevin McChesney. In the mysterious "Arab Dance" a good job is done of simulating the orchestral effects of differing instruments.
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Comp:
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Tchaikovsky, P.
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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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Aria in F Major - Easy rhythm and familiar melody result in instant success for the new and experienced solo ringer. The piano or organ accompaniment is easy.
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Comp:
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Handel, G. F.
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Arr:
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Stephenson, V.
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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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Easy
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Arioso - This "Arioso" is a fine arrangement of the Bach "Arioso" for the solo ringer using 18 bells. Scored for bells and keyboard, the set contains full score and a large print bell solo score.
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Comp:
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Bach, J. S.
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Arr:
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Callahan, F.
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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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Medium
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Arise Shine Thy Light Has Come - A light malleted middle section is surrounded by a rhythmic, chordal section filled with energy and life.
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Comp:
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McChesney, K.
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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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Medium
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Armed Forces Medley - This music is an appropriate salute to the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines! Each service is represented by its song and the piece may be played as a medley or each tune separately.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Morris, H.
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 5
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Rating:
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Medium
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Art of Rapid Ringing - This is a manual for developing skills at rapid ringing. Included are "Philosophy, basic principles, warm-ups to develop the kinesthetic senses and practical exercises for the choir."
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Comp:
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Merrett, F.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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N/A
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Ash Grove - This rendition of the lovely folk tune is in memory of Laura Vogel, who loved the melody so much she composed her own lyrics for it (which are included in the folio).
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Comp:
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Traditional
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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: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Ash Grove, The - The beloved Welsh folk melody is introduced in this arrangement by playing chords in scale-wise motion. The texture alternates between chordal and linear - thick and sparse.
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Comp:
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Welsh
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Arr:
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Farm, E.
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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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As Lately We Watched - The simple beauty of the traditional Austrian carol is enhanced in this three-section setting. The beginning section is open and airy in feel; the second combines an upper melody with a flowing, eighth-note accompaniment of mostly open 6th intervals.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Edwards, D.
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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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Austrian Carol - The spirit of this wonderful tune is captured in this easy arrangement for 3 to 5 octaves. Optional use of chiming instruments with the bells creates a beautiful, warm Christmas selection.
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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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Ave Maria - This setting of Charles Gounod and J. S. Bach's original composition showcases a C instrument (preferably oboe) that is NOT optional.
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Comp:
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Gounod, C./Bach, J. S.
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Arr:
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McFadden, J.
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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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Ave Maria - Arranged from the familiar Bach/Gounod music, this setting is part of the "Solo Ringing! Musically" series.
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Comp:
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Bach, J. S./Gounod, C.
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Arr:
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Kastner, M./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 Medium
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Ave Verum Corpus - Only 46 measures in length, this arrangement is solidly set for 3-4 octaves and focuses on the pure rung sound of the bells. Accidental changes do occur frequently in some passages.
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Comp:
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Mozart, W.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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3-4
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Level: | 3+
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Rating:
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Medium
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Away in a Manger - Wife Cathy arranged the handbells and husband David contributed the organ score for this sweet arrangement. Both tunes "Away in a Manger" and "Cradle Song" are used.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Moklebust, C./Moklebust, D.
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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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Azmon - Excitement best describes this piece for handbells, organ, trumpet and timpani. Each part, simply written, combines to provide festive music.
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Comp:
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Glazer, C.
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Arr:
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Morris, H.
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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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Badinage - This arrangement is a delightful piece for 4 octaves of bells. The word "Badinage" is defined as "playful banter" which is descriptive of the music.
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Comp:
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McKlveen, P.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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4
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Medium
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Barnum and Bailey's Favorite - Bells enter the Big Top with this lively arrangement of Karl King's circus march that became Barnum and Bailey's favorite. The fun begins with an optional parade whistle intro, then proceeds through a technique-laced accompaniment and chromatic melody.
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Comp:
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King, K.
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Arr:
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Moklebust, C.
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Octaves:
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4-7
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Level: | 5+
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Rating:
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Advanced
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Beach Spring - Kevin McChesney presents a fairly straight-forward arrangement of this well-known hymn tune, making it useful for just about any moment in worship.
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Be Exalted O God - "Be exalted, O God, above the heavens! Let you glory be over the earth!" This verse from Psalm 57 is the inspiration for this original composition for bells and optional handchimes.
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Comp:
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McFadden, Jane
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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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Be Joyful - Handbell or handchime choirs should enjoy ringing the simple, happy tune of Bill Ingram's original composition, which is always conscious to keep all ringers involved. Mr. Ingram's textures are fully-scored with the melody appearing in different registers.
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Comp:
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Ingram, B.
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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
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Bellegro - Sheer fun! At first glance one sees a page of black notes but the many repeated patterns make "Bellegro" within the reach of most 2-3 octave choirs.
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Comp:
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Honore, J.
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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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Bells of Notre Dame, The - Arranger Valerie Stephenson has made this tune from Disney's "Hunchback of Notre Dame" accessible to level two ringers and up. The beginning simulates the tolling of the tower bells beginning "pp" and ending "ff".
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Comp:
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Menken, A.
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Arr:
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Stephenson, V.
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Octaves:
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3-6
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Bendemeer's Stream - Good for mass ringing, this arrangement of an Irish folk song can be used with the 3-5 octave arrangement and the brass quintet.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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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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Be Thou My Vision - Creative use of meter to add new life to an old tune. Piano accompaniment is easy and compliments the familiar tune.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Wall
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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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Easy
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Birch Tree, The - This arrangement is a setting of an old Russian melody. Set in 2/4 time and marked "Lento, quarter=60", the music is open-spaced, flowing and thoughtful.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Waugh, T.
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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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Black Sheep, The - "The Black Sheep", variations on the nursery rhyme "Baa, Baa Black Sheep", is a delight to learn and entertaining. Martellato and mallets are used extensively.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Warzyn, J.
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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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Easy Medium
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Blessed Jesus at Thy Word - The melody is woven in and out of accompaniment throughtout the piece giving all the bells a chance to sing out (or is that ring out?). The harmony is enriched at points with newer harmonies and the tempo is flavored with ritards and "a tempos".
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Comp:
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Ahle, J.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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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
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Blue Bells of Scotland, The - Only 18 bells are used in this arrangement of the old Scottish tune. Mostly 8th and quarter notes, there is an optional coda section to add to its length.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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Brethren We Have Met to Worship - The Hymn tune "Holy Manna" is many times set in march-like or bold manner. This offering chosses a more reflective route with gentle rhythms in prayerful attitude. However, the music grows gradually in tempo and number of bells used. Eventually, the mood takes on a bold character before leading back to the opening mood.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Eithun, S.
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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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Bring a Torch Jeanette Isabella - The wonderful French tune takes on new life and color with the use of mallets, SW, TD, PL, SK and BD. This one's a must for the Christmas season!
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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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Bugler's Holiday - Leroy Anderson's lite orchestral classic was commissioned for bells by the Raleigh Ringers, and arranger Hart Morris has done it proud!
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Comp:
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Anderson, Leroy
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Arr:
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Morris, Hart
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Octaves:
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5-7
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Level: | 5
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Rating:
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Advanced
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Call Change Ringing - Change ringing is the art of ringing a set of bells in a number of changes of the original order. "Call Change Ringing" differs from the usual way in that a ringer calls out a change prior to its execution..
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Comp:
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Bakker, W.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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N/A
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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N/A
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Cambridge Carillon - Close your eyes as you listen and be transported outside King's College Cambridge with the sound of bells reverberating in the air all about you. The meter is a steady 3/4 with some ties across the bar line for effect. A few bell changes add the + in the level 1 rating.
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Comp:
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Dare, J.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1+
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Rating:
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Easy
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Candle on the Water - This one plays itself right off the page! The hit song from the Disney classic "Pete's Dragon" makes a good choice for any concert but would be especially useful for school or community choirs looking for great Level 3 music.
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Comp:
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Kasha, Al & Hirschorn, Joel
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Carillon - Commissioned by the Raleigh Ringers in honor of their director, this transcription of Louis Vierne's original work captures the essence of a beckoning carillon.
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Comp:
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Vierne, L.
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Arr:
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Gramann, F.
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Octaves:
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3-7
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Carillon Tune - A little known tune is transformed into a stately composition ideal for less experienced groups. Whole, half and quarter notes are the main note values used.
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Comp:
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Wagner, D.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 1+
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Rating:
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Easy
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Caroling Medley - Bells or chimes will find this medley of "Unto Us Is Born A Son," "Christians, Carol Sweetly" and "Adeste Fideles" accessible. The special techniques shake and mart lift are written in; however, they are optional.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Rogers, S.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Carol of the Bells - A magical, exciting, contemporary setting of the Christmas classic... you've never heard "Carol of the Bells" quite like this!
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Comp:
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Leontovych
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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3-7
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Carol of the Birds - Celebrate the Christmas season with this lesser known but beautiful carol. The tune of the French carol is set in two moods in this short, 34-measure selection.
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Comp:
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French
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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: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Carol of the Birds - Celebrate the Christmas season with this lesser known but beautiful carol. The modality and use of ringing techniques makes for a memorable performance.
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Comp:
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French melody
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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: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Carol of the Drum - From the ever-creative pen of Michael J. Glasgow comes an arrangement of the Czech carol which inspired “The Little Drummer Boy.” Fresh harmonizations and new rhythms lead from exuberant joy to breathtaking tenderness, with optional snare drum and bass chimes.
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Comp:
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Czech Carol Melody
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Arr:
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Glasgow, Michael
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Octaves:
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3-6
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Carol of the Wise Men - This arrangenment of the Puerto Rican carol "De Tierra Lejana Venimos" was commissioned by the Raleigh Ringers. There are several layers to the music: challenging syncopations, lines and counter lines and flowing eighth-note accompaniment.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Gramann, F.
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Octaves:
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3-7
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Catalonian Carol - Julie Turner's arrangement of the familiar Catalonian carol “Fum, Fum, Fum” also incorporates the old English carol “Hey, Ho, Nobody Home”, and the result is a light, Renaissance feel.
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Turner, Julie
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Octaves:
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3 or 5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Celebratio - Optional percussion instruments add even more celebration to this festive, original composition.
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Comp:
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Stephenson, V.
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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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Celtic Praise - This strong, lively tune by popular duo Secret Garden is set by Kevin McChesney for handbells, percussion, and violin (or C instrument). Each instrumentalist will need his or her own copy of the instrument part.
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Comp:
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Lovland, Rolf
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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: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Champagne Rag - Ragtime music usually means sharps and flats and tricky rhythms, but this setting of the original work by Joseph F. Lamb is surprisingly accessible.
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Comp:
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Lamb, Joseph F.
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Arr:
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Roth, Karen
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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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Med Adv
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Children's Praise - This medley of children's songs includes: Praise Him, All Ye Little Children, Jesus Loves the Little Children and Jesus Loves Me. Although dotted eighth/sixteenth rhythms are used, the ringers will know the tunes and this should help.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Lamb, L.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 3+
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Rating:
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Medium
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Chorale Prelude - Whatever your resources, you will find this music a delight! Use a full choir, add a C instrument, play as a bell solo with keyboard accompaniment. Use any or all - the choice is yours!
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Comp:
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Nelson, S.
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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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Easy
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Christmas Angel Medley - Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; Angels We Have Heard on High; & Angels From the Realms of Glory, are the sources of this 3 octave solo. Each score contains the piano/handbells parts plus a separate score for the soloist.
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Comp:
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various
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Arr:
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Weishaupt
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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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Christmas Angels Medley - "Angels from the Realms of Glory," "Angels We Have Heard on High," and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" are the three "angel" carols in this medley. The scoring is full, and keeps all ringers busy with a big sound.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Edwards, D.
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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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Christmas Beginnings - Three pieces for performance and teaching. The "objective is not to make everything easy but to provide challenges which build confidence".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Young, P.
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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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Christmas Collage - Spice up your Christmas celebrations with this festive, 36-measured introit. A sparkling peal, which can be doubled in the 5th and 6th octaves, runs through the piece with melody in the lower ranges.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Stephenson, V.
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Octaves:
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3-6
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Christmas Lullaby - Medley of "Away in a Manger (Kirkpatrick) & Infant Holy Infant Lowly (Polish)". The traditional carol tune "Cradle Song" is the basis of this tender setting for bells and 3 octaves of optional but preferable chimes.
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Comp:
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Various
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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: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Christmas Lullaby - A tender arrangement of the "Cradle Song", a tune by William Kirkpatrick. A rocking accompaniment and creative harmomic structure make a memorable Christmas selection.
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Comp:
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Kirkpatrick
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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3-4
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Christmas Meditation - This solo for bells and piano combines as a medley the following carols: "Come, Ye Lofty, Come Ye Lowly; The First Noel; and The Coventry Carol".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Anderson, C./Kramlich, D.
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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
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Christmas Primer - A teaching gold mine! Use the music with a beginning choir or ensemble. Contains a glossary which explains basic music symbols as used in the music.
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Comp:
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various
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Arr:
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Stephenson, V.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Christmas Primer 2 - Extensive performance notes and suggestions are given with this folio of four, level one holday tunes. These selections may be played by a beginning group of 6-8 ringers. They may also be used a duets or trios for ensemble ringers.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Stephenson, V.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Christmas Processional and Medley - A repeatable processional begins this medley of "Joy to the World, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, and Angels We Have Heard on High". Fully scored with special techniques, including the gyro, sprinkled throughout for flavor.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Hall, J.
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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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Christmas Processional and Medley II - This medley of "O Come All Ye Faithful," "He Is Born," and "Angels From the Realms of Glory" begins with an optional 12-measure processional (performance ideas are included in footnotes).
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Hall, Jefferey A.
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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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Christmas Tapestry - Linda McKechnie weaves her own original tune together with the Christmas favorites "Deck the Halls," "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear," and "Gloria in Excelsis".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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McKechnie, Linda
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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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Christmastime Rejoicing - Use as a 6-in-hand solo or with several people ringing the 8 bells. Notes on how to perform as a solo are included.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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Octaves:
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3-4
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Christmas Trios - Includes two titles and simple techniques.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Kerin, S.
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Octaves:
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3-4
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Easy
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Christ Triumphant - Use your handbell trio! "Crown Him with Many Crowns" and "Good Christian Men, Rejoice and Sing", are skillfully arranged.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Kerin
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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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Easy Medium
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Christ Triumphant Alleluia - A powerful work based on three familiar tunes, "St. Kevin", "Llanfair" and "Lyra Davidica". Perform with 3-6 octaves of bells, with optional organ, two trumpets, or brass quintet.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
|
Stephenson, V.
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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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Easy Medium
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Classical Gas - Written for the handbell group REZOUND!, this arrangement of the pop standard is a true showstopper!
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Comp:
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Williams, Mason
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Arr:
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McKlveen, Paul
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Octaves:
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4-5
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Classic Celebration - Sub-titled "Celebrate His Glory," this original work by Bill Ingram resembles the music of the classical era.
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Comp:
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Ingram, Bill
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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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Med Adv
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Cold December Flies Away - Cathy Moklebust gives her short arrangement (28 measures) the character designation: bouncy and light. Uses thumb damp, pluck and mart accompaniment and parts for optional triangle, tambourine and sleighbells.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Moklebust, C.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Colorado Suite Movement 1 Mountaintop - The Colorado Suite from composer Kevin McChesney is a set of four original pieces written as a tribute to his beloved home state. Each movement paints an evocative musical picture of life in Colorado, from the highs of the mountaintop and flowing mountain streams to the joy of a mountain dance.
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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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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Colorado Suite Movement 2 Mountain Echoes - The Colorado Suite from composer Kevin McChesney is a set of four original pieces written as a tribute to his beloved home state. Each movement paints an evocative musical picture of life in Colorado, from the highs of the mountaintop and flowing mountain streams to the joy of a mountain dance.
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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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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Colorado Suite Movement 3 Mountain Streams - The Colorado Suite from composer Kevin McChesney is a set of four original pieces written as a tribute to his beloved home state. Each movement paints an evocative musical picture of life in Colorado, from the highs of the mountaintop and flowing mountain streams to the joy of a mountain dance.
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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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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Colorado Suite Movement 4 Mountain Dance - The Colorado Suite from composer Kevin McChesney is a set of four original pieces written as a tribute to his beloved home state. Each movement paints an evocative musical picture of life in Colorado, from the highs of the mountaintop and flowing mountain streams to the joy of a mountain dance.
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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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3-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Colors of the Wind - Treat your choir and audience to the wonderful music from Walt Disney's "Pocahontas" which is delightfully arranged by Paul and Sue McKlveen.
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Comp:
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Menken, A./Schwartz, S.
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Arr:
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McKlveen, P. & S.
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Octaves:
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3-6
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Level: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Come Christians Join to Sing - This two-page hymn arrangement is a pull-out from the popular volume "Ring Together Praise" of the "Ring Together Series". Ringers have the opportunity to work on precision, chordal ringing, changing dynamics, the shake technique, and following "road map" musical directions (repeat signs).
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Comp:
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Come Christians Join to Sing - Actually, this arrangement should be titled, "Come, Christian, Join to Sing and Dance!" The original, "straight" melody line is altered with syncopation and fun rhythms and dances along throughout all 89 measures. A great choice for leading into congregational singing of the hymn.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Eithun, S.
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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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Come Thankful People - An extended introduction builds interest through a repetitious accompaniment figure and bits of melodic material spread throughout in the bass. A full section is next with lost of full chords and a running, malleted bass line.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Waugh, T.
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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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Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing - This arrangement is based on the hymn tune, NETTLETON. The introductory material appears throughout the piece to smoothly bridge the sections. The tune is set in full chords, in a staccato section, with the echo technique and lots of LV.
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Comp:
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Wyeth, J.
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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: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Come With Hearts Rejoicing - This original composition sets forth an 8-bar, melody that travels through seven key changes for variety and interest. The joy ful melody reflects the injunction of the title.
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Comp:
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Young, P.
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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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Medium
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Come Worship the King - An eight measure fanfare introduces this meldey of the hymns "O Worship the King & Come Ye Thankful People Come". March-like rhythms and special staccato techniques continue throughout the work and support the melodies, which are found in all the octave registers.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Rogers, S.
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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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Come Ye Faithful Raise the Strain - If you’re looking for a BIG Easter work, this arrangement certainly fits the bill!
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Comp:
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Sullivan, Arthur Seymour
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Arr:
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Hall, Jefferey A.
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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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Comfort, Comfort Ye My People - This commissioned work by composer Kevin McChesney is based on Psalm 42.
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Comp:
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Psalm 42
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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: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Contemplation - Subtitled, A Prayer for Mercy, this original composition builds upon a simple melody with a repeated note motif. Marked with emotion, the texture is sparse in the beginning, but grows in strength to the ending, broad section.
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Comp:
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McKlveen, P.
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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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Cottonbell Strut, The - Sheer fun! This piece of medium-advanced difficulty is great program music for the 3 to 5 octave choir. Ideal for concert or play to demonstrate your choir's ringing ability.
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Comp:
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Anthony, K.
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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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Med Adv
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Creation Hymn - The Heaven's are Telling is the text usually associated with this tune. This easy, festive arrangement is appropriate in worship or concert.
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Comp:
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Haydn, F. J.
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Arr:
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Ingram, B.
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Octaves:
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4
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Level: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Crown and Scepter - Appropriate for Easter or any festive event, this dignified piece in compound meter delights ringers and listeners with its harmonic structure and ringing techniques.
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Comp:
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Young, P.
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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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Crown Him With Many Crowns - An exciting arrangement of this grand hymn tune! For handbells, organ and optional brass ensemble. A real winner!
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Comp:
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Elvey, G.
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Arr:
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McKechnie, D. L.
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 5
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Rating:
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Medium
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Crucifixion - This original work takes the listener through the gamut of emotions that the cross of Christ brings to believers.
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Comp:
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Hall, Jefferey A.
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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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Crystal Fountain, The - The use of mallets at the beginning and end set the mood of ringing crystal. Combine that with the calm setting of a beautiful Canadian folk tune and you have a extraordinary selection.
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Comp:
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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: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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Danza - 2-3 octaves of bells, rung in chordal texture with lots of "spicy" techniques thrown in are only part of the overall "sound ensemble" of this tune originally written by T. Susato. Keyboard, percussion, and brass contribute as well in the joyful mood.
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Comp:
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Susato, T.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Danza - The expanded 4-6 octaves of bells, rung in chordal texture with lots of "spicy" techniques thrown in are only part of the overall "sound ensemble" of this tune originally written by T. Susato.
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Comp:
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Susato, T.
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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4-6
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Day by Day - The 19th century text of this hymn speaks of humbly trusting God for daily strength. The music expresses this through the use of tempo variations and dynamic shading.
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Comp:
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Ahnfelt, O.
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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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Day of Resurrection, The - The title suggests an Easter offering but this arrangement of the "Lancashire" is festive and appropriate for many events in the church year.
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Comp:
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Smart, H.
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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: | 4
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Rating:
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Medium
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Deck the Halls - Written for a city-wide mass Christmas concert, this arrangement sparkles with Bill Ingram's clear, concise style. Everyone gets an opportunity to be part of the melody!
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Comp:
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Welsh
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Arr:
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Ingram, B.
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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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De Colores - The tune is accompanied by full, chordal texture, broken chord figures and an optional handchime section. The minor tonality is a refreshing change and should afford the opportunity for a different kind of musical expression.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Wood, W.
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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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Diademata Festal - "Diademata Festal" is a majestic setting of the hymn "Crown Him with Many Crowns" from arranger Bill Ingram.
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Comp:
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Elvey, George J.
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Arr:
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Ingram, Bill
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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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Diademata Festal - This majestic rendition of the hymn "Crown Him With Many Crowns" takes the listener on a tour of musical treatments.
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Comp:
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Elvey, George J.
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Arr:
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Ingram, Bill
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 3-
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Rating:
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Medium
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Ding Dong Merrily on High - Arranger Bill Ingram successfully combines the title tune with the chorus "Gloria" (Angels We Have Heard on High).
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Ingram, Bill
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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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Dorian Dance - The dorian mode is like a pure minor scale with a raised 6th interval. This slight change from minor adds new color dimensions and is the basis for this festive dance.
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Comp:
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Joy, M.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3-6
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Level: | 4+
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Rating:
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Advanced
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Down Memory Lane - Part 1 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Titles include "She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain, The Old Grey Mare, Little Brown Jug" and "My Bonnie".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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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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Down Memory Lane - Part 1 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Titles include "She'll Be Coming Round the Mountain, Old Grey Mare, Little Brown Jug" and "My Bonnie".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 3-
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Rating:
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Easy
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Down Memory Lane - Part 2 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Included in this set: "Aura Lee, On Top of Old Smoky, Sidewalks of New York" and "Home on the Range".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Down Memory Lane - Part 2 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Included in this set: "Aura Lee, On Top of Old Smoky, Sidewalks of New York" and "Home on the Range".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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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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Down Memory Lane - Part 3 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Titles included in this series are "Old Folks at Home, Oh Susannah, Beautiful Dreamer" and "Camptown Races".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 3+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Down Memory Lane - Part 3 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Titles include "Old Folks at Home, Oh Susannah, Beautiful Dreamer," and "Camptown Races".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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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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Down Memory Lane - Part 4 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Titles include "Daisy Bell, In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree, In the Good Old Summertime" and "The Band Played On."
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Down Memory Lane - Part 4 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Titles include "Daisy Bell, In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree, In the Good Old Summertime" and "The Band Played On."
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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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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Down Memory Lane - Part 5 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Titles include "I Want a Girl, The Red River Valley, Down in the Valley" and "Cindy".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Down Memory Lane Part 5 - "I Want a Girl," "Down in the Valley," "Red River Valley," and "Cindy" are the nostalgic tunes in this folio. A great resource for a school visit or concert, the score is "thick with notes" insuring busy and happy ringers!
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, Fred A.
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Medium
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Down Memory Lane - Part 6 - The "Down Memory Lane" series is a medley of tunes intended for senior citizens but usable by any group. The collections are great for recreation or secular part of a handbell program. Included in this sixth medley from the "Down Memory Lane" Series are the following spirituals: "I've Got a Robe," Steal Away to Jesus," It's Me, O Lord" and "He's Got the Whole World".
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Doxology - "Doxology" is the newest in a series of fanfares put out by Jeffers Publishing. It is available for 2-3 octaves or 4-6 octaves with optional organ (keyboard) and/or brass and percussion.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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2-6
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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Do You Hear What I Hear -
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Comp:
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Regney, Noel & Shayne
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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3-7
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Easter Medley - Hymn tunes GWALCHMAI("Christ, the Lord Is Risen"), LLANFAIR ("Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise") and TRURO ("Lift Up Your Heads") combine in this upbeat medley that incorporates varying techniques to differentiate the tunes and highlight the textures.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Rogers, S.
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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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Eastern Caravan - A tambourine and/or woodblock add to the "oriental" flavor of this fast moving music.
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Comp:
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Stephenson, V.
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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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Easy Medium
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Easter Welcoming, An - "An Easter Welcoming" is a lively medley of 3 Easter tunes: "Fortunatus," LLanfair," and "Neander," arranged by Sharon E. Rogers. Set for 2-3 octaves and easy to learn, this is an ideal Easter offering.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Rogers, S.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Ein Feste Burg - This two-page fanfare is set for 3 or 4-5 octaves of handbells with optional organ and brass. It is triumphant and heraldic in nature with sudden shifts of harmony.
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Comp:
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Luther, M.
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Arr:
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Waldrop, T.
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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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Medium
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El Capitan - John Philip Sousa's beloved march is set here for 4, 5, or 6 octaves and captures the big band sound with a full score and special techniques for effects.
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Comp:
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Sousa, J.
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Arr:
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Moklebust, C.
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Octaves:
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4-6
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Ennanodrog - An original composition by a Scottish composer which proves to be rhythmically, technically and melodically interesting. The word "ennanodrog" is a backward spelling of the names of those to whom it is dedicated.
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Comp:
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Wilson, M.
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Arr:
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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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Entertainer, The - This piece is sure to be "entertaining" to watch! Ringers will be kept busy accomplishing the many techniques required "there's a shimmering section for mallets on suspended bells).
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Comp:
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Joplin, S.
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Arr:
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Rogers, S.
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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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Med Adv
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Exuberant Joy - One is propelled forward with a syncopated pattern which is the underlying theme of this exuberant piece!
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Comp:
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McKlveen, P.
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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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Medium
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Exultant Praise - Sub-titled "A Festal Celebration", this original work is a good choice for Palm Sunday or any celebratory moment of worship or in concert. This piece is available for 2-3 or 3-5 octaves, and the two versions are compatible to be rung together.
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Comp:
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Rogers, Sharon Elery
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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2-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Exultation - This short, festive selection is ideal for the 2 octave choir needing music which has repeated patterns and easy rhythms.
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Comp:
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Edwards, D.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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Faith - This original work by Paul McKlveen starts simply with an open, airy texture then progresses to a middle section dotted with special techniques.
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Comp:
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McKlveen, Paul
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Arr:
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McKlveen, Paul
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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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Faith of Our Fathers - The staid and honorable hymn tune, ST CATHERINE, is given an untraditional twist in this arrangement by Daniel Longhin. A fanfare-like opening leads the way to a staccato accompaniment figure before the melody enters in the upper bells.
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Comp:
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Hemy, H.
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Arr:
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Longhin, D.
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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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Fancye - This original work was comissioned by a youth bell choir and it certainly has the energy and enthusiasm of youth! Set in 10/8 meter with a brisk tempo and peppered with martellatos, mart-lifts, and stacatto mallet markings, the music lopes along for 30 measures before it settles into a 4/4 section that flows with Lv'd eighth-note accompaniment.
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Comp:
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Waugh, T.
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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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Med Adv
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Fanfare - A very short, easy arrangement of the tune from "The Great Gate of Kiev" arranged to use as a program introduction with bells alone or add brass.
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Comp:
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Moussorgsky, M.
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Arr:
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Sherman, A.
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Fanfare and Ostinato - An Area XI Composition Contest Winner which has a short fanfare of 24 measures followed by a delightful ostinato of varying keys, treatments and moods.
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Comp:
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McKlveen, P.
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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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Medium
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Fanfare on O Tannenbaum - Introduce your next Christmas program with this short (34 measures) fanfare on the traditional tune. Fun and exciting to ring.
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Comp:
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McKlveen, P.
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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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Easy Medium
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Fantasy on Alleluia Quarters - Using "Alleluia Quarters", the composer has made a vigorous and tuneful fantasy characterized by meter changes. Written for the second Scottish Handbell Festival in Dunblane, Perthshire, Scotland.
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Comp:
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Wilson, M.
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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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Fantasy on Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming - Unlike the usual flowing arrangements of this German carol "Es ist ein Ros'", this setting makes use of steady eighth-note pulse to move the music along. Different techniques are supplemented to add interest and variety.
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Comp:
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German
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Arr:
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McKlveen, P.
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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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Medium
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Fantasy on St. Columba - Melodic augmentation, extended phrases, fast-flowing eighth-note accompaniment and optional chimes all combine to present this Irish hymn tune in a fresh new way.
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Comp:
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St. Columba
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Arr:
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Behnke, J.
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Octaves:
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3 or 5
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Level: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Farandole - Kevin McChesney has transcribed this classic from Bizet for 3-7 octaves of handbells and two optional belltrees. Although the belltrees are optional, they certainly add a lot of flash to the performance.
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Comp:
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Bizet, Georges
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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3-7
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Advanced
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Festal Jubilation - Give your 2 octave choir a good workout with this festive piece! Tolling and TD are used throughout.
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Comp:
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Edwards, D.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Festival Celebration - This bright 37-measure original composition fits well as a call to worship or opening concert selection.
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Comp:
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Burroughs, Bob
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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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Festival Fanfare on Hyfrydol - This setting by arranger Kevin McChesney is a triumphant and majestic take on this well-known and versatile tune.
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Comp:
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Prichard, Rowland H.
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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: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Festival Finale on The Doxology - Repeated patterns of 16th notes make this interesting to ring. Brass parts available. Brass ensemble is 2 trumpets, French horn, trombone and tuba.
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Comp:
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Psalter
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Arr:
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Merrett, F.
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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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Med Adv
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Festive Chime, A - If you have chimes and bells you need this music! Some changes of meter from simple to compound. Energetic, but rhythmically not difficult.
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Comp:
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McChesney, K.
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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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Festive Dance - Georges Bizet's work, otherwise known as "Farandole" has been transcribed by Kevin McChesney for 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 octaves! The powerful theme is emphasized with marts, mart-lifts, shakes and ring touch techniques.
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Comp:
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Bizet, G.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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3-7
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Festive Exultation - The first 3 measures set the mood of this commissioned music which is fast and festive requiring ringing skills. Passages are notated for optional chimes. SK, mart, TD, LV, SW, mart lift.
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Comp:
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Wilson, M.
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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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Med Adv
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Firebird Finale - Advanced ringers will enjoy this rendition of Igor Stravinsky's masterwork, written as part of the Raleigh Ringers Series. It combines 4-7 octaves of bells, 2 octaves of handchimes (optional) and 2 octaves of solo handbells (optional). The three instruments plus the incorporation of various techniques render rich colors and imaginative sound.
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Comp:
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Stravinsky, I.
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Arr:
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Smith, D.
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Octaves:
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4-7
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Level: | 5
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Rating:
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Advanced
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First Noel - Arranger Karen Roth forgoes percussive techniques in favor of the simple, beautiful sound of rung handbells in this setting for Advent or Christmas.
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Roth, Karen
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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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Five Christmas Solos - This collection spans several styles of writing and uses as few as 8 bells and as many as 14. Ideal for the beginning soloist.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Wagner, D.
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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 Medium
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Flight of the Bumblebee - Your advanced handbell choir is going to love the challenge this arrangement of Rimsky-Korsakoff's classic affords!
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Comp:
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Korsakoff-Rimsky, N.
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Arr:
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Thompson, Martha Lynn
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Octaves:
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4-5
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Level: | 6
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Rating:
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Advanced
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For the Beauty of the Earth - This setting of the hymn tune DIX is a good transition piece for choirs who ring mostly level I material.
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Comp:
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Kocher
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Arr:
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Tucker, Sondra
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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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For the Beauty of the Earth - A wonderful setting of the favorite hymn tune DIX, by one of the best new writers in our genre!
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Krug, Jason W.
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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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For Unto Us a Child is Born - G.F. Handel's beloved chorus from MESSIAH comes alive for handbells in this arrangement marked to be played "Joyfully, dancing and rhythmic."
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Comp:
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Handel, George F.
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Arr:
|
McChesney, Kevin
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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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Med Adv
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For Unto Us a Child Is Born - Handbell arranger Kevin McChesney brings us Lorie Line's contemporary take on the famous chorus from Handel's “Messiah” in this setting for 3-7 octaves and keyboard.
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Comp:
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Handel, George F.
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Arr:
|
McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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3-7
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Level: | 3-
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Rating:
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Medium
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Four Short Pieces - These simple, straightforward original compositions are useful for anthems, introits, offertories, times of prayer, benedictions - any type of service music.
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Comp:
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Roth, Karen
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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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Friends on Parade - A simple, short piece ideal for the beginning or less experienced choir. Only 2 8th notes in piece. Most ringers remain busy.
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Comp:
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Merrett, F.
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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Funiculi Funicula - Plucking, mallets and martellato add fun to an old Italian tune which is the source of this winning composition of the 1990 Area IV Best Arrangement Competition.
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Comp:
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Denza, L.
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Arr:
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Kliever, A.
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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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Medium
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Fur Elise - Ludwig Van Beethoven's classic piano work, composed for a family member, Elise, is now a worthy challenge for handbell choirs. The transcription maintains the intergrity of the original piano score and requires ringers to feel the mood of the work together as a team. Sure to be a favorite for concert!
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Comp:
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Beethoven, L.
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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4-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Furioso - The title of this original work captures the mood and tempo perfectly.
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Comp:
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McKlveen, P. A.
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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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Med Adv
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Gavotte - A Bb trumpet adds to the Baroque atmosphere of this arrangement from Boyce's 4th Symphony (1760). The bass bells should have fun with the interesting bass line that is rung and malleted.
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Comp:
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Boyce, W.
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Arr:
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McKlveen, P.
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Octaves:
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3 or 5
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Level: | 2+
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Rating:
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Easy
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Gethsemane's Prayer - "Thoughtful and distant" is the character marking given to this original compostition. The 3/4 meter lilt of the music and subtle dynamic shading reflect Christ's pathos in Gethsemane's garden. The work's 59 measures lends itself to a meditative spot in worship.
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Comp:
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Eithun, S.
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Arr:
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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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Giocoso - The musical term "giocoso" means "humorous", and composer Paul McKlveen achieves this mood by contrasting staccato and legato sections.
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Comp:
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McKlveen, Paul A.
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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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Give Me That Old Time Religion - A song of worship and fun, this easy arrangement of the 18th Century gospel song is useful in church, concert, recreation, etc. Easy rhythmically and for 3 octaves.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Eernisse, G.
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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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Gloria - "Gloria" - a wonderfully versatile title for worship, concert, or festival!
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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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3-5
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Gloria Hodie -
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin & Turner, Julie
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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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God Be in My Head - Peter DeMets original work is here set for 3, 4, or 5 octaves of bells and SATB voices by skilled arranger Kevin McChesney. The SATB score is included in the back of the folio and permission is granted to make copies for the purchasers choir.
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Comp:
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de Mets, P.
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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: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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God of Grace and God of Glory - The combination of a magnificent hymn tune and one of our best handbell arrangers makes this setting a "can't miss" for your choir! A spirited choice for worship, festival, or concert, this arrangement even includes a snippet of "Amazing Grace"!
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Eithun, Sandra
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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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God Rest Ye Merry - This setting of "God Rest Ye Merry" is a lively, bright arrangement of the traditional Christmas favorite. The Level 2 rating makes this setting accessible for almost any choir.
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Comp:
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Traditional English Carol
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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 Medium
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God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - The traditional English carol is set here with differing accompaniment figures--chordal, treble, ostinato, and moving bass line. Other special techniques and articulations are scored in both the melody and the accompaniment.
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Comp:
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Traditional English Carol
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Arr:
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Pysh, Gregory M.
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Octaves:
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4-5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - Challenge your ringers this Christmas with an energetic setting of the title tune in medley with "Sing We Now of Christmas."
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Comp:
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Traditional
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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: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Good Christian Friends Rejoice - Are you looking for a short, lively Christmas piece for 2-3 octaves of bells of chimes ? Then this 40-measures (with repeats) bouncy rendition of the carol In Dulci Jubilo should fit the bill. The rhythms are easy, but imaginative and keep the ringers attentive, and may be rung or played by plucking, thumb damp, or malleting.
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Comp:
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In Dulci Jubilo
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Good King Wenceslas - Although this Christmas favorite is 64 measures long, there are no page turns. A good Christmas piece for beginning choirs.
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Roth, Karen
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Good King Wenceslas - A delightful, fun duet using the full range of bells from C4 to G7. No keyboard accompaniment. Mallets and martellato add to the enjoyment for both ringers and listener.
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Comp:
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Cantiones
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Arr:
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Warzyn
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Octaves:
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4
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Good Old Summertime, The - Fun songs ("In the Good Old Summertime; After the Ball; The Band Played On; & Daisy Bell") filled with numerous ringing techniques guarantees a dazzling piece for summer choirs, concerts or frolic.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Stephenson, V.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Good Shepherd, The - An original duet for bells and keyboard.
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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
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Great Gate of Kiev, The - Confidence builder! No subdivided beat! Every ringer included. Chordal. A work guaranteed to result in instant success for new ensembles.
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Comp:
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Moussorgsky, M.
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Arr:
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Wagner, D.
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 1+
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Rating:
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Easy
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Greensleeves - The instrumentation for this addition to the Raleigh Ringers Series includes 5-7 octaves of handbells, 4 octaves of handchimes, finger cymbals, a chime/mark Tree and triangle. All these instruments are combined to produce a melancholy mood through flowing rhythms and colorful textures. After the beginning thirty-second notes (in slow rhythm), ringers may find this one of the more accessible of this series.
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Moklebust, C.
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Octaves:
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5-7
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Guantanamera - This lively Latin American folksong, which includes optional maracas, bongos, cabasa and triangle, was arranged for use at a Latin American Festival. Syncopation abounds as well as a "boat load" of special techniques - all in 64 measures - Fun!
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Comp:
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Arr:
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McKlveen, P./LeGarde, A.
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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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Gymnopedie No. 1 - From the pen of a famous turn of the century composer comes this quiet, lyrical work now arranged for the soloist. Easy accompaniment.
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Comp:
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Satie, E.
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Arr:
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Wagner, D.
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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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Easy
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Hail to the Lord's Annointed - The well-known Ellacombe hymn tune is set in mostly chordal style with variations from the traditional harmonies. The title makes this piece accessible for the Advent season.
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Comp:
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Hofkapelle, H.
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Arr:
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Kinyon, B.
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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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Hakuna Matata - From Walt Disney's Pictures' "The Lion King," this short rhythmic selection is ideal as a program piece or as an encore.
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Comp:
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John, E./Rice, T.
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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: | 4
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Rating:
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Medium
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Handbell Horizons - This CD represents the best selling handbell pieces from AGEHR, Hope, Choristers Guild, Bechenhorst, Ringout Press, Lorenz, Jeffers Handbell Supply and RingingWord. 19 titles included.
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Comp:
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Various
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Arr:
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Various
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Octaves:
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-
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Level: | N/A
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Rating:
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Handbell Odyssey - This short (21 measure) arrangement of "Also Sprach Zarathustra" ("Space Odyssey" Theme) is ideal as an introductory fanfare. Use with organ and/or brass quartet and timpani.
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Comp:
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Strauss, R.
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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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Happy Farmer, The - This "happy" tune incorporates a great deal of staccato to give it bounce. Only two pages in length, with some repeats, but no page turns.
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Comp:
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Schumann, R.
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Arr:
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Myers, 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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Easy Medium
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Hark the Herald Angels Sing - Arranged for minimum rehearsal time for both bells and instruments. Brass ensemble includes two trumpets, horn, trombone & bass trombone/tuba. Set includes seven bells parts, full score and brass parts.
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Comp:
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Mendelssohn, F.
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Arr:
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Justice/Hall
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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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He is Born - Staccato effects, such as thumb damp, ring touch, pluck, and mallet figure highly in this setting of "Il Est Ne", the old French carol, and give the effect of a hand drum. Attention to bell changes rather than rhythm is the key to a satisfying performance for church or concert.
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Comp:
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Il Est Ne
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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: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy
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Heralds of Christ - A BIG work, this arrangement of the tune NATIONAL HYMN is set for 3 to 5 octaves of handbells with SATB voices, Organ or Keyboard, and optional Glockenspiel, C-instrument, or Handchimes.The choral parts offer two verses-one from "Heralds of Christ" the other from "God of the Ages." The opening alternates between fanfare material rung by the bells and sung verse phrases accompanied by the organ. The second verse smoothes out as the Glockenspiel or other instrument and organ accompany the voices. An instrumental section ensues before the final "blow-out" ending section.
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Comp:
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Warren, 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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Holiday for Handbells - Composer Linda R. Lamb has given this original composition the subtitle "Intrada for the King of Glory," making it useful in worship services.
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Comp:
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Lamb, Linda
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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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Holy Holy Holy - The strong "Nicaea" tune is supported with a new harmonic structure which adds beauty and strength.
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Comp:
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Dykes, J.
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Arr:
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Emiliani, R.
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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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Holy Holy Holy - Based on the hymn tune NICAEA, this big, bold, and bright arrangement was written for the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Kokomo Handbell Festival in Indiana.
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Comp:
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Dykes, John B.
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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: | 3
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Rating:
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Medium
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Holy Holy Holy - Kevin McChesney's setting of "Holy, Holy, Holy" may be simple to learn, but the result is a big, big sound!
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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McChesney, Kevin
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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Holy Lord God of Hosts - Karen Roth's original work combines handbells, keyboard, and two vocal choir lines (trebles & basses or mixed) to present a stately and majestic offering for worship or concert.
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Comp:
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Roth, Karen
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Arr:
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Octaves:
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3-5
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Level: | 1+
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Rating:
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Easy
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Hosanna Loud Hosanna - Boisterous syncopation in fanfare style introduces and interrupts rhythmically-manipulated melody and then contrasts with a smooth, peaceful section before it breaks out again in a rush to an ending flourish.
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Comp:
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Ellacombe
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Arr:
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Edwards, D.
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Octaves:
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3 or 5
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Level: | 3
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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How Can I Keep From Singing - The lightly-structured texture of this setting of Robert Lowry's hymn tune SINGING allows ringers to express the sentiment of the text. Flowing rhythms and strong chordal passages combine to keep all the ringers involved. Attention to dotted rhythms is important against the background of eighth-note accompaniment.
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Comp:
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Lowry, R.
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Arr:
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Warzyn, J.
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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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How Firm a Foundation - Level one and lots of fun, with all the extra and optional articulations such as echo, mallets, shake, and toll swing. Mostly chordal ringing with the melody remaining in the upper register. Good solid writing for all 3 octaves of bells/chimes, keeps all the ringers involved.
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Ingram, B.
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Octaves:
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3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy
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How Great Our Joy - This traditional carol is easy enough to learn in one rehearsal of the brass and one rehearsal of the handbells. Must be performed with brass. Set includes seven HB parts and parts for Brass Quartet (two Trumpets, French Horn and Trombone).
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Comp:
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Arr:
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Justice/Honea
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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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Humoresque - The famous work by Tchaikovsky is expertly arranged for the handbell choir looking for music with a challenge and "out of the ordinary."
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Comp:
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Tchaikovsky, P.
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Arr:
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Sherman, A.
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Octaves:
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3-4
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Level: | 4
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Rating:
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Medium
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Hungarian Dance No. 5 - Martha Lynn Thompson's setting of this classical work by Johannes Brahms is the newest addition to the Raleigh Ringers Series for advanced choirs.
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Comp:
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Brahms, Johannes
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Arr:
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Thompson, Martha Lynn
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Octaves:
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4-5
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Level: | 3+
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Rating:
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Med Adv
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Huron Carol - Tim Waugh arranged this carol for a high school ensemble. The melody is played strictly in octaves or unison accompanied by an ostinato pattern of mixed rung and martellato techniques. Good for ensemble or young ringers.
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Comp:
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French
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Arr:
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Waugh, T.
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Octaves:
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3 or 5
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Level: | 1+
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Rating:
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Easy
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Hymn to Joy - Beethoven's famous melody is set here in two accessible pages for beginning choirs. The few eighth notes are part of the melody line, which occurs in upper and lower bell parts.
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Comp:
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Beethoven
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Arr:
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McChesney, K.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1+
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Rating:
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Easy
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I Am the Bread of Life - Arranger Jefferey Hall brings us this practical--yet magical--arrangement of the classic modern hymn.
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Comp:
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Toolan, Suzanne
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Arr:
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Hall, Jefferey
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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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I Am the Resurrection and the Life - An SATB choir or ensemble joins 3-5 octaves of bells in presenting Peter deMets original work.
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Comp:
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de Mets, Peter
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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 Medium
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I Am Thine O Lord - Piano and bells combine in this easy solo for 2 octaves to make a piece which will be requested over and over! The accompaniment may require a little practice but is well within the ability of most pianists.
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Comp:
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Doane, W.
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Arr:
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Sanders
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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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In Dulci Jubilo - A few 8th notes on the first page but this music is rhythmically very easy. TD, PL, Mallet, SK, Mart lift.
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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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2
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Infant Holy Infant Lowly - 3 or 4 octaves may ring this straight-forward rendition of the Polish carol depicting the humble Christ Child. The melody enters in the forth measure and appears in both treble and bass registers at different times in the piece.
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Comp:
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Traditional
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Arr:
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Noller, D.
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Octaves:
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3-4
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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Infant Holy Infant Lowly - With a tempo marking of quarter = 84 and a gentle mood, this sweet handbell solo uses only 13 bells and is accessible to first time soloist. There's even a nice malleted section for contrast.
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Comp:
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Polish
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Arr:
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Lamb, L.
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Octaves:
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2-3
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Level: | 1
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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In God We Trust - A majestic arrangement of "God of Our Fathers" using "Faith of Our Fathers" as a short B Section. Use generally or for Patriotic and Father's Day services.
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Comp:
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Warren/Hemy
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Arr:
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Dobrinski, C.
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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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In the Bleak Midwinter - Several performance notes are included to further enhance this bell solo/duet with piano accompaniment. The combination of rung and staccato techniques are scored to reflect the mood and meaning of the first and last verse of the text. Special bell changes and four-in-hand positions are written right into the music for easy access.
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Comp:
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Holst, G.
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Arr:
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VanZant, N.
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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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Easy Medium
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In the Bleak Midwinter - Reminiscent of a carol, the Christmas hymn has become very popular and is here arranged for bells and organ. A gentle piece which is enhanced by the use of both instruments.
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Comp:
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Holst, G.
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Arr:
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Haan, R.
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Octaves:
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2
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Level: | 2
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Rating:
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Easy Medium
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