SKU: BP.HB614

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir and optional shaker, guiro and claves. Level 3. Patricia Hurbutt's jaunty arrangement of this traditional German carol is sure to delight listeners this holiday season. The theme is set in four-four time instead of the usual three-four, and syncopations abound. The addition of the optional shaker, claves, and guiro add an extra air of fun to the piece. A different take on an old favorite!

SKU: LO.20-2059L

ISBN 9780787763015.

Linda R. Lamb brings us a fun and energetic arrangement of this traditional French carol. Great for introducing 3/8 time to your handbell ensemble, this short piece incorporates various stopped techniques, ring touch, LV, and chimes, as well as a statement of the melody in the relative minor key. Available in compatible versions for 2 or 3 octaves and 3, 4, or 5 octaves.

SKU: BP.HB754

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3.

Jason Krug's setting of this traditional German carol is full of joy and energy! The melody receives different treatments and accompaniments throughout, showcasing it in a wide variety of lights. For the ensemble searching for something different and original this holiday season, look no further!

SKU: S2.20-1914SF

ISBN 9780787749101.

A unique interpretation of the traditional hymn tune, this arrangement’s haunting opening melody immediately elicits vivid imagery of shepherds traversing a cold, dark night to see the newborn King. It builds triumphantly to the moment when they reach the manger and ends softly. After all, we wouldn’t want to wake the baby.

SKU: MN.30-125

UPC: 688670301254.

Sondra Tucker enhances the Latin rhythms of a traditional South American Christmas Carol via gentle martellatos and ornamental lines in thirds, reminding us of a bright but quiet trumpet duet in a Mariachi band. A lullaby in a minor key has a joyous shift to major for the refrain. This shift is a characteristic of Spanish and Cuban folksongs (guajira.) Fresh, accessible, and fun to ring.

SKU: S2.20-2079SF

ISBN 9780787762704.

Mallets, martellato, and shakes all bring new life to this traditional Christmas melody. The optional handchimes provide a welcome change of timbre after the more percussive opening section. Easy to learn and full of contrast for listeners, this piece is well-suited to both holiday concerts and Christmas services.