CALYPSO CANTICLE - by Kurt Meyer for Handbell Ensemble with Optional Piano and Percussion
Fun and more fun! Lively music for worship or concert, this original is filled not only with great times for both performers and listeners but truly varied and well-crafted music. The ideas are engaging and uplifting - and FUN! Piano and percussion are optional.
LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING - LIFT EVERY VOICE, arranged by Ann Habicht for Handbell Solo with Piano
This legendary gospel tune is particularly relevant in these times of political turmoil. This setting is direct and lovely, and is in a singable key so don't hesitate to have people sing along!
ASH GROVE, arranged by Ann Habicht for Handbell Solo with Piano
This arrangement takes the listener to a restful, meditative place. Often, this great hymn of thanksgiving is treated in excited bursts and with driving energy, but here the listener can reflect on gratitude in a serene and profound musical setting. Simple and direct of speech, it is straightforward to learn and allows ringer and keyboardist to be at their most expressive.
SYMPHONIA ON HYFRYDOL, arranged by Kevin McChesney for handbell solo or duet with piano and optional brass ensemble (arranged by Brian Buerkle)
This huge-sounding title has become a standard in the handbell solo and duet repertoire. The challenges are well worth the time and energy to polish this magical, exciting work. Now available with optional brass ensemble to add to the accompaniment!
Symphonia on Hyfrydol (handbell solo/duet) - Brass Parts
FAIREST LORD JESUS - CRUSADERS' HYMN, arranged by Fred Bock, adapted by Janet B. Ives & Debra Ann Cotney for Handbell Duet with Piano
One of the world’s most beautiful hymns was given a majestic treatment in this classic Fred Bock arrangement, made all the more meaningful and powerful in this glorious setting for handbell duet with keyboard. There are soaring lines for each ringer, brought together in a magnificent unison in the final stanza.
