SKU: HP.2844

UPC: 763628128449.

Medley of Christmas Carols
This Advent setting is intended to reflect the wonder and mystery of the birth of Jesus. Conflict surrounded him from the moment of his birth, and this arrangement attempts to convey that turmoil through the use of dissonance. Care should be taken that the melody is heard above all other notes, and a smooth, legato line should be used for the entire piece.

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: HP.2646

UPC: 763628126469.

Joyous Christmas Spiritual This joyous Christmas spiritual takes on new life and energy in Lloyd Larson's gospel setting for 3-5 octave choirs. Rich sonorities and various stopped techniques are employed throughout to enhance the interest for both ringers and listeners. This is a fresh addition to any Christmas worship or concert setting and certain to become a perennial favorite.

SKU: BP.HB561

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir with 1 octave of handchimes. Level 2. Robert James Lamb's creative setting of this early American melody is sure to delight listeners. Based around the Westminster Quarters change ring, which plays in one form or another throughout most of the piece, the piece moves from simple and prayerful to grand and triumphant and back. Much of the melody is scored on a separate staff for six handchimes, which may be played by a separate chime choir or soloist, or by a solo C instrument. A delightful, new take on a grand, old hymn.

SKU: BP.HB600A

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir and optional B-flat or C solo instrument, bass, triangle and wind chimes. Level 3 . This interesting take on a familiar tune is sure to challenge your ringers this holiday season. An opening swung section with jazzy harmonies gives way to a more flowing iteration of the theme before returning once more to the beginning jazzy feel. Optional parts for percussion, string bass, and B-flat or C instrument round out the jazzy sound and bring a new dimension to the piece.

SKU: BP.HB627

Arranged for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir with 2 to 7 octaves of handchimes. Level 3. Singing bell and simple chime chords underscore the opening of Brenda Austin's arrangement of the hymn tune DIVINUM MYSTERIUM. Flowing accompaniments take over as the piece grows in emotion and dynamics until a bold, triumphant verse, which fades back to the same delicate texture as the opening. A fitting choice for concert or worship during the Advent season and beyond.

SKU: LO.20-2063L

ISBN 9780787763121.

Starting softly with echoes, Jason Krug’s arrangement of This Is My Father’s World ascends through three keys, each introducing a new take on the melody. After arriving at a fortissimo climax, the music gives way to a peaceful ending reminiscent of the beginning. Equally appropriate for worship, concert, and festival, this piece will be a welcome challenge for ringers and delight for listeners.

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!