SKU: BP.HB697

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir and o octaves of handchimes. Level 2. Patricia Hurlbutt's festive arrangement of DARWALL'S 148th is as much fun to ring as it is to hear! Joyous arpeggios give way to a chordal treatment of the theme, complete with bold and unexpected harmonies. A key change ushers in a verse underscored by delicate martellatos before a verse on the chimes accompanied by peals and arpeggios in the treble bells. A final exuberant flourish ends the piece on a triumphant note. Perfect for any celebratory moment in concert or worship!

SKU: BP.HB664

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir and optional 3 octaves of handchimes. Level 2. This lovely arrangement of the hymntune ST. MARGARET is a joy both to play and to hear. An opening section of rising bell peals gives way to a flowing melody underscored with undulating eighth notes. The bass take over the melody on handchimes, accompanied by the echo technique on bells. A key change leads to a grand final verse, which slows and eases into a final, delicate chord.

SKU: BP.HB696

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 2+. Patricia Hurlbutt's lively arrangement of a traditional Hasidic tune is a fun addition for the ensemble looking for something a little different. The orchestration goes from extremely delicate - with only a single melody line running - to thick and complex, with multiple melodic and harmonic lines running simultaneously, often playing different techniques.

SKU: BP.HB626

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave ahdnebll choir. Level 2+. Patricia Hurlbutt's arrangement of this traditional English carol is accessible for late-beginning ensembles, yet has more than enough musical substance to engage even advanced choirs. The melody moves throughout the group, giving all parts their time to shine, while easy-to-learn accompaniment figures create textural interest. Several key changes and the occasional accidental provide just enough challenge to keep all ringers busy. A great choice for your holiday season!

SKU: BP.HB668

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir and optional 3 octaves of handchimes. Level 2-. This quiet, reflective arrangement by Patricia Hurlbutt is ideal for any calm, meditative moment in worship. A simple delicate opening underscored with haunting chords gives way to a verse with the melody on bass chimes overtopped with delicate treble bell chords. An unexpected key change adds intensity and a sense of urgency before returning to the opening key and fading prayerfully away.

SKU: LO.20-2099L

ISBN 9780787765736.

This well-known vocal composition has been artfully arranged for handbells by Patricia Hurlbutt. Key changes, accidentals, and rhythms will challenge your ringers. This piece will enhance any Lenten or Easter service and will be an excellent addition to festival and concert repertoire.

SKU: LO.20-2025L

ISBN 9780787758769.

Patricia Hurlbutt gave the traditional, chant-based Easter tune O FILII ET FILI' an upbeat treatment in O Sons and Daughters, Let Us Sing. Mallets and thumb damps add to the driving 6/8 rhythms, and the final section alternates between 3/4 and 6/8 with full, triumphant chords. This dynamic arrangement is perfect for worship, concert, or festival settings.

SKU: LO.20-2030L

ISBN 9780787759506.

Patricia Hurlbutt crafted a fresh and dynamic setting of this well-known spiritual, employing various stopped techniques, and an extended triplet passage provides a dramatic and soulful conclusion. Let My People Go is a wonderful selection for concerts and festivals as well as worship.

SKU: LO.20-2138L

ISBN 9780787766870.

Your ringers will love playing this bluesy, Patricia Hurlbutt arrangement of the African American spiritual Rise Up, Shepherd and Follow. Treble and bass bells share the melodic material, and interesting harmonies add to the intrigue and heighten the impact in this piece that is perfect for Christmas concerts or worship!

SKU: BP.HB616

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir with optional 2 or 3 octaves of handchimes. Level 2+. This delicate setting of the tune NEUMARK is an excellent choice for any contemplative moment during worship. Flowing treble eighth notes underpin most of the piece while the melody peers through in the low treble. A verse set mostly on handchimes offers a break from the moving eighths, which return as the piece grows in strength. A final, triumphant set of chords bring the piece to a firm, confident conclusion.

SKU: BP.HB652

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 1. This arrangement of the well-known hymn is both simple to ring and stunningly original. The treble bells set up a four-note peal while the lower treble and bass bells play the melody in octaves. A verse with full and harmonically-interesting chords follows before a final closing peal - interspersed with snippets of the melody - closes out the piece. A wonderful choice for any general worship service.

SKU: BP.HB602

Arranged for 2-3 octave handbell choir. Level 2+. This joyous and approachable arrangement of the well-known hymn is perfect for the smaller choir looking for a triumphant piece to play on Easter or throughout Eastertide. A driving malleted figure propels the piece forward while the melody soars above. Occasional sections in minor are interspersed, providing musical depth and harmonic interest. A final, stately iteration of the theme gives way to the initial driving rhythm once more before concluding in grand fashion.