SKU: BP.HB755

Written for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 4.

This exciting original tune from the pen of Jason Krug is not to be missed! Featuring alternating measures of 4/4 and 3/4, the joyful, memorable melody moves throughout the ensemble. Frequent interludes take the piece off in different directions before coming back to the melody once more. A slower, retrospective middle section gives a respite before the driving feeling returns once more to close the piece out in explosive, festive fashion!

SKU: BP.HB638

Written for 5 to 7 octave handbell choir and 5 to 6 octaves of handchimes. Level 3 . Lush harmonies underscore this beautiful, prayerful melody by Matthew Compton. The triplet accompaniment figure gives way to a more delicately scored melody which progressively becomes more and more agitated before the return of the opening figure once more. A lovely addition to your concert or worship service.

SKU: BP.HB661

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 3-. Sandra Winter's jubilant original piece is as much a delight to ring as it is to hear. A bold, joyous opening gives way to a memorable melody filled with both rising and falling peals, reminiscent of tower bells in a belfry. A brief middle verse gives the melody to the lower treble bells, allowing them their moment in the sun before the entire ensemble resounds once more in effusive celebration. A wonderful addition to any worship, concert, or festival setting.

SKU: BP.HB534

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir, optional 2 octaves of handchimes, optional piano and optional flute or English horn. Level 2. THE FIRST NOEL. This sweet, heartwarming work makes a perfect addition to any Advent or Christmas service, especially on Christmas Eve. An original tune gives way to a grandiose statement of The First Noel before returning to the opening theme once again. The optional flute or English horn add interesting countermelodies, most notably snippets of Silent Night that interweave with the handbell tune. An optional piano part is also available to further augment the sonorities.

SKU: BP.HB515

Written for 3-7 octave handbell choir, optional C-Flat 2 and 3-7 octaves of handchimes. Level 4. This original composition from Jason Krug will challenge the musicality of your ensemble and entrance your listeners. Starting from a single three-note motif, the piece builds and develops in intensity and complexity, transcending its simple opening to become bigger and grander. The mood shifts throughout, from hopeful and yearning to agitated and frantic, before returning once more to joy and celebration. A worthy challenge for any advanced choir.

SKU: BP.HB597

Arranged for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir and optional 3 to 4 octaves of handchimes. Level 3+. From a simple opening statement of the well-known Irish folksong, this arrangement deconstructs the tune on a journey through a wide-ranging and unexpected harmonic progression that ultimately wends it way back to the opening key. A more recognizable iteration of the tune on chimes ensues, which builds to a triumphant climax before fading away once more. A new and exciting take on an old favorite.

SKU: BP.HB579

Arranged for 3 to 6 octave handbell choir. Level 3+. An opening peal figure gives way to the theme of the traditional carol, all in 10/8 time. A more standard verse in 4/4 gives way once more to 10/8 as the piece comes in for a raucous conclusion. Unexpected and compelling harmonies abound throughout, giving this old carol a new feeling. A great choice for advanced ensembles looking for a chance to work on mixed meter.