BARCAROLLE - Jacques Offenbach/arr. Beth Davidson - handbell duet with keyboard accompaniment
A "barcarolle" is a song sung by Venetian gondoliers. You can hear the sway of the gondola in the gentle rhythm and light classical flavor of this piece. The work makes a brilliant handbell duet with keyboard accompaniment. The parts are even in difficulty and well-thought-out, and the partnership between bells and keyboard is lovely.
BE STILL MY SOUL - arr. Kimberly Braswell - handbell tree duet (unaccompanied)
This arrangement of one of the great hymns of the church is perfect for beginning bell tree ringers of different experience and confidence levels. Part 1 has only six bells and carries the recognizable melody. Using a few more bells and some faster passages, Part 2 consists of lovely harmonies that support the familiar tune. The two parts come together to create a worshipful moment for church or concert.
BE THOU MY VISION - arr. Kevin McChesney - handbell solo with keyboard accompaniment
Lovely and contemporary flowing style, innovative in that it creates an atmosphere of freedom and improvisation, or may be played strictly as written and still sound free and spontaneous.
BE THOU MY VISION - Traditional/arr. Kimberly Braswell - handbell tree trio with solo/C instrument
There is a sense of peace in this ethereal arrangement of "Be Thou My Vision." Handbell tree trio is joined by a handchime soloist or C instrument. The handbell tree parts are designed for two more experienced players and one less-experienced learner.
Be Thou My Vision (handbell tree trio with solo/C instrument)
BEACH SPRING - arr. Kevin McChesney - handbell solo/duet with keyboard or harp accompaniment
The solo player is featured - the second part is easier so it may be played by an "apprentice." Use keyboard or harp for accompaniment figures - be sensitive to where the melody is in the bells and where the melody is played by the accompanist, making musical adjustments as needed.
BEFORE AND AFTER - Robert Huppert - handbell tree/handchime duet with classical guitar or piano
An original piece with great beauty and expression. Sure to be a classic for concert and worship, this lovely offering may be accompanied by classical guitar or keyboard.
BENEDICTION - John Newton/arr. Kevin McChesney - handbell solo/duet/trio/quartet with keyboard accompaniment
John Newton's hymn tune set by Kevin McChesney for soloist and trio with full accompaniment. Common uses in weddings, memorial services, blessings, and (as the title says) benedictions. Subtitled "May the Grace of Christ Our Savior" as per the words in the hymn, this title could be easily substituted when appropriate.
Appropriate for worship or concert, quartet setting of this favorite is a sure winner. Practical and light, the use of mallets brings a lively dimension to this tune. This is a bright, fresh setting with great technical facility.
