CARILLON - Kevin McChesney - 3-5 octave handbells with optional handbell tree or C instrument - Level IV
Mixed meter is often flashy and quick, but it can also be flowing and lovely as illustrated by this original work by Kevin McChesney. The patterns are not hard to learn and are quite repetitious. The piece may be performed with 3-5 octaves of handbells alone or for an added dimension use a handbell tree or C instrument. An intimate moment in worship or concert.
CARILLON - Kevin McChesney - 3-5 octave handbells with optional handbell tree or C instrument - Level IV
Mixed meter is often flashy and quick, but it can also be flowing and lovely as illustrated by this original work by Kevin McChesney. The patterns are not hard to learn and are quite repetitious. The piece may be performed with 3-5 octaves of handbells alone or for an added dimension use a handbell tree or C instrument. An intimate moment in worship or concert.
CARILLON - Kevin McChesney - handbell solo with quartet/ensemble or keyboard accompaniment
Solo line lends itself to solo bells (especially on handbell tree) or to an alternate C instrument. Accompaniment line may be played by bells on a duplicate set, chimes, or keyboard.
A splashy mixed meter elevates the difficulty of this original work, but it follows logical and repeated patterns and should prove very accessible.
CARILLON ON NETTLETON - arr. Danny Lyons - handbell solo/duet/trio/quartet
This lovely arrangement of "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing" was premiered at the 2011 Solo / Ensemble Extravaganza (SEE) by the arranger, who used an impressive 8-in-hand setup to perform the piece as a solo. Add more ringers and/or perform on handbell tree to make the piece more accessible (or, if you're feeling ambitious, the arranger has included instructions for how to set up the bells to ring 8-in-hand) for use in worship or concert.
Carillon on Nettleton (handbell solo/duet/trio/quartet)
CARMEN FANTASY - Georges Bizet/arr. Joe Buono and Tristan Clarke/adapt. Matthew Compton - 5-7 octave handbells with optional handchimes - Level V
This setting of various themes from Georges Bizet’s famous opera Carmen is a virtuosic arrangement originally arranged for two melodicas by internet sensations Joe Buono and Tristan Clarke of The Melodica Men. Matthew Compton’s faithful adaptation will be an audience and ringer favorite alike!
Carmen Fantasy (handbell choir individual license)
CARMEN FANTASY - Georges Bizet/arr. Joe Buono and Tristan Clarke/adapt. Matthew Compton - 5-7 octave handbells with optional handchimes - Level V
This setting of various themes from Georges Bizet’s famous opera Carmen is a virtuosic arrangement originally arranged for two melodicas by internet sensations Joe Buono and Tristan Clarke of The Melodica Men. Matthew Compton’s faithful adaptation will be an audience and ringer favorite alike!
Carmen Fantasy (handbell choir reproducible master score)
CAROL OF THE BELLS - arr. Tim Waugh - handbell duet/trio/quartet/quintet/sextet/ensemble
The full sound of the classic tune in a simplier setting, this one-page beauty is a Christmas favorite! Assign for two or three ringers for a challenge or for up to seven ringers for quick learning. Phrasing and dynamic shaping make this piece fun!
Carol of the Bells (handbell duet/trio/quartet/quintet/sextet/ensemble)
CAROL OF THE BELLS - arr. Kevin McChesney - handbell ensemble
A new twist on the traditional favorite. Start with one ringer, add a ringer or two, then add more until everyone's playing. Great for a processional, concert, worship - traditional or contemporary.
CAROL OF THE BELLS - arr. Michael Kastner - handbell quartet/quintet/sextet/ensemble
There's no substitute for bells playing a familiar and favorite tune at Christmas. A practical and exciting setting of Carol of the Bells, your quartet will have little trouble putting this together and giving of their best in presenting this great music! If your group doesn't do four-in-hand, consider adding more players to simplify the lower part(s).
Carol of the Bells (handbell quartet/quintet/sextet/ensemble)
CAROLAN'S CONCERTO (Dance With Joy/Lift Your Hearts In Praise) - Turlough O'Carolan/arr. Kevin McChesney - 3-5 octave handbells - Level II
Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738) is one of the most widely played Irish composers; his compositions are a part of the heartbeat of Irish music and this is the best-known of his works. This makes a lively concert offering, and can be used in worship using the alternate titles given or your own title. This is music that echoes in the ears of your listeners long after you have finished playing. A true classic.
CAROLAN'S CONCERTO (Dance With Joy/Lift Your Hearts In Praise) - Turlough O'Carolan/arr. Kevin McChesney - 3-5 octave handbells - Level II
Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738) is one of the most widely played Irish composers; his compositions are a part of the heartbeat of Irish music and this is the best-known of his works. This makes a lively concert offering, and can be used in worship using the alternate titles given or your own title. This is music that echoes in the ears of your listeners long after you have finished playing. A true classic.
CELEBRATION TAPESTRY - Kevin McChesney - 3-5 octave handbells - Level III
Energy abounds in this very accesible original piece. The intertwining of bell peals, rhythmic patterns, and melodies create a joyful tapestry for concert or worship.
CELEBRATION TAPESTRY - Kevin McChesney - 3-5 octave handbells - Level III
Energy abounds in this very accesible original piece. The intertwining of bell peals, rhythmic patterns, and melodies create a joyful tapestry for concert or worship.
CELESTIAL IMPRESSIONS - Scott Pfitzinger - 3-6 octave handbells - Level II
This original Level 2 piece has a celestial and nebulous feeling, a relaxed and free tempo with beautiful layers of sound. It is based on Psalm 148:2-4, calling on the heavenly hosts to praise God.
2 Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his heavenly hosts.
3 Praise him, sun and moon; praise him, all you shining stars.
4 Praise him, you highest heavens and you waters above the skies.
CELESTIAL IMPRESSIONS - Scott Pfitzinger - 3-6 octave handbells - Level II
This original Level 2 piece has a celestial and nebulous feeling, a relaxed and free tempo with beautiful layers of sound. It is based on Psalm 148:2-4, calling on the heavenly hosts to praise God.
2 Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his heavenly hosts.
3 Praise him, sun and moon; praise him, all you shining stars.
4 Praise him, you highest heavens and you waters above the skies.
CELTIC PRAYER - Julie Turner and Jefferey A. Hall - 3-5 octave handbells - Level III
An original work that is evocative of faraway places; and simultaneously bringing the listeners and ringers to a place of thoughtfulness and beauty from deep within. Artistry abounds in this composition. The contrasting middle section and the optional use of chimes add depth to this fine piece suitable for use in worship or concert (school groups may wish to retitle to Celtic Song, Celtic Tune, or Celtic Air). Truly lovely music from the hearts of two wonderful writers.
CELTIC PRAYER - Julie Turner and Jefferey A. Hall - 3-5 octave handbells - Level III
An original work that is evocative of faraway places; and simultaneously bringing the listeners and ringers to a place of thoughtfulness and beauty from deep within. Artistry abounds in this composition. The contrasting middle section and the optional use of chimes add depth to this fine piece suitable for use in worship or concert (school groups may wish to retitle to Celtic Song, Celtic Tune, or Celtic Air). Truly lovely music from the hearts of two wonderful writers.
CELTIC PRAYER - Julie Turner and Jefferey A. Hall - handbell solo with keyboard accompaniment
An original work that is evocative of faraway places; and simultaneously brings the listeners and ringers to a place of thoughtfulness and beauty from deep within. Artistry abounds in this composition. Truly lovely music for solo and keyboard from the hearts of two wonderful writers.
CELTIC SUITE - Traditional Irish/arr. Kevin McChesney - 3-5 octave handbells with optional percussion - Level III-
MacALLISTRUM'S MARCH (With Timbrel And Dance/March/Procession) - Traditional Irish/arr. Kevin McChesney - 3-5 octave handbells handbells with optional percussion - Level III-
