SKU: BP.HB624
Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3-. Lloyd Larson's pairing of God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen and Pat-a-Pan is a delight to listen to or play. Driving malleted rhythms underpin the melody until a brief echo section which gives way to the malleted rhythms once more. A key change introduces the Pat-a-Pan melody before a return to the original key brings the piece in to its exciting conclusion. A must-have for this Christmas season!
SKU: HL.35014930
UPC: 747510070078. 8.5x11 inches. Arr. William E. Gross.
This fun Christmas medley is full of lightening fast, rhythmically intense challenges for your choir, including lots of malleting and mixed meter. Bill Gross incorporates the tunes PAT-A-PAN • THE LITTLE DRUMMER BOY, and HE IS BORN. This piece is a great challenge for the experienced bell choir!
SKU: HP.2648
UPC: 763628126483.
Traditional French Carol From arranger Sondra Tucker, here is a syncopated, energetic, rendition of this traditional French carol. Listen carefully and in the midst of the percussive techniques, you can hear a whisper of the Ukrainian Bell Carol. Appropriate for seasonal worship services and a great concert opener.
SKU: BP.HB570
Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir and optional 3 octaves of handchimes. Level 3. Patrick Meyer makes his debut in the Beckenhorst catalog with this upbeat and bouncy original work, suitable for worship or concert use. Set in a lilting six-eight time, the melody moves throughout the ensemble, giving all ringers the chance to shine. The middle section introduces a countermelody in the high treble bells, giving ensembles a chance to work on the balance of parts and musicality. The closing verse returns to the original key for its celebratory conclusion.
SKU: HP.2711
UPC: 763628127114.
An original composition Composer Patrick Meyer sang this original lullaby to his daughter, Erin, while walking or rocking her to sleep. You will recognize a music box theme running throughout the music expressing joy and peace as the music box winds down and a child drifts off into restful sleep.
SKU: BP.HB675
Written for 5 to 7 octave handbell choir and optional 4 to 6 octaves of handchimes. Level 4 . Rhythmic, fresh, and joyous describe this original work by Patrick Meyer. Crisp, driving rhythms and frequent syncopations give ample thrust, and the bold, exciting harmonies add interest that provides for something new around every bend. A freely wandering middle section slowly builds in intensity before a return to the opening feel and a forceful and satisfying conclusion. Perfect for the advanced church or community group looking for something showstopping.
SKU: BP.HB659
Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir and optional 3 to 4 octaves of handchimes. Level 4. Rhythmic, fresh, and joyous describe this original work by Patrick Meyer. Crisp, driving rhythms and frequent syncopations give ample thrust, and the bold, exciting harmonies add interest that provides for something new around every bend. A freely wandering middle section slowly builds in intensity before a return to the opening feel and a forceful and satisfying conclusion. Perfect for the advanced church or community group looking for something showstopping.Please note the recording is the 5 to 7 octave version.
SKU: LO.20-2109L
ISBN 9780787766108.
A malleted accompaniment pattern and the inclusion of claves and castanets bring joy and excitement to this hymn tune. The middle section of this arrangement makes extensive use of chimes with LV patterns and a descant. Then, mallets and percussion return to give us a grand ending statement of the tune with shakes and martellato lifts. This piece is an excellent addition to worship, concerts, or bell festivals. Percussion parts available separately.
SKU: LO.20-1905L
ISBN 9780787748715.
Melding together two melodies associated with the text Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing, Derek Hakes crafted this uplifting arrangement. WARRENTON makes use of martellato and malleted accompaniment patterns and is surrounded by a lyrical treatment of NETTLETON, which makes use of LV patterns and chimes.
SKU: LO.20-1010
UPC: 000308019711.
Filled with sparkle and dance-like rhythms, this charming work offers great variety from the typical handbell piece. Energetic Percussion parts and alternating meters create great excitement, contrasted by a mid-section of calm and great beauty. The glockenspiel part (a pattern of only four repeated notes) may be rung by handbells with the addition of Ab. In a word, captivating!
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