SKU: JF.MLAHB1081

UPC: 765844004798.

Clean, strong melody is a characteristic of Michael Helman's compositions for bells. This piece is no exception. Chordal as well as linear texture are found. A smattering of techniques keeps ringers on their toes. 58 measures in length.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1002

An easy arrangement within the capability of the group.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1037

UPC: 765844001568.

This arrangement provides bell ringers an opportunity to ring happy music from the piano works of Schubert.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1088

UPC: 765844004996.

Top off your Christmas program with one of two processionals. Each is written with simple, repeating patterns that are easy memorize. An ostinato in the bass that keeps the steady beat. The first processional is in the traditional 3/4 meter of the tune, and the second is in 5/8, for those of you who require less symmetry in your life!

SKU: JF.MLAHB1089

UPC: 765844003524.

How many churches, Sunday after Sunday, sing the Doxology the same old way? Raymond Herbek has set out remedy that by putting this tune through a several variations. It is set positively, Thoughtfully, Brightly, With precision, Playfully, Sturdily, Smoothly and at last Triumphantly. All this in a variety of meter signatures and keys.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1073

UPC: 765844001698.

Original, modal. A driving rhythm pushes this piece forward at an easy pace.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1123

UPC: 765844005474.

Shchedrik known in English as Ukrainian Christmas Carol is arranged here for a full 5 octaves of bells. Chromatic bell changes, mallets, quick tempo, fast scale passages, and changing meter challenge ringers to sharpen their skills while enjoying this favorite Christmas carol of all countries.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1102

UPC: 765844004767.

Valerie W. Stephenson presents all sides of adoration in her original composition sub-titled Hymn of Praise. A majestic introduction gives way to an underlying syncopation in the accompaniment. Toll Swings and plucks add fanciful accompaniment later on and leads into a joyful romp. Then the music slows and is full of feeling. A big ending tops it off-all in a performance length of 5 minutes.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1092

UPC: 765844005139.

The publisher of this original work describes it as thus: A flowing, pastoral scene in 6/8. John Steinbeck meets J.R.R.Tolkien. The 6/8 rhythms combine eighths and sixteenths in dotted patterns. Good counting of 16th note passages is a must. The music is very desciptive and lends itself well to interpretation.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1031

The following tunes, Deck the Halls, Coventry Carol & O Little Town of Bethlehem, are arranged to play as a medley or each can be played individually.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1038

UPC: 765844000943.

For a change of repertory, you need this delightful piece which uses toy instruments and optional percussion in performance. Ideal for concert or an encore.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1096

UPC: 765844003944.

Arranger/Composer Merle Petersen has a way with creative titles and ideas. In this delightful romp she combines Jingle Bells, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, and Mozart's Sleigh Ride. Sleigh bells add to the magic but are optional, as are the 6 handchimes (G5-D7).

SKU: JF.MLAHB1060

UPC: 765844001612.

A simple chordal structure is used throughout most of this piece in compound meter.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1124

UPC: 765844005443.

Ludwig van Beethoven's movement from Symphony No. 7 is set here for handbells using various special effects to communicate the original symphony. Mallets on tabled bells, martellato, plucking, thumb damp, and shakes all appear to enrich the texture.

SKU: JF.MLAHB1128

UPC: 765844005498.

Divinum mysterium (Christmas), Pange lingua (Holy Week), Victimae Paschali laudes (Easter) and Veni Creator Spiritus (Pentecost) are the plainsongs arranged in this resourceful folio. Ranging in performance time from 1:50 - 3:00, these selections work well to fill in the niches in seasonal services.