ADESTE FIDELES - arr. R. Vilbac/handbell setting by Kevin McChesney - 3-7 octaves handbells - Level III+
The timeless and majestic Adeste Fideles (O Come, All Ye Faithful) receives a treatment of enormous majesty and dignity in this 3-7 octave setting. Given a Level III+ rating because of a few chromatics and the activity at the end, you will find this music very accessible and straightforward to learn. A beautiful and bold sound with lots of visual possibilities as well.
AN AULD ENGLISH CHRISTMAS - I SAW THREE SHIPS & GOD REST YOU MERRY, arranged by Linda R. Lamb for Handbell Quintet
Originally written for a family of ringers, this quintet combines two favorite Christmas carols, beginning with I Saw Three Ships with a playful and lilting Celtic accompaniment, then moving into a more chordal treatment of God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen with a few percussive techniques throughout to fit with the light feel of the first carol.
ANGELS WE HAVE HEARD ON HIGH - arr. Jacques Kearns - 2 octaves handbells - Level I+
Arranged by Jacques Kearns, here is a great arrangement for your level one-plus choir. The only bell changes occur in the F5-G5 position. This is a very accessible piece, with the main rhythmic challenge being eighth notes and dotted eighth-sixteenth combinations.
Angels We Have Heard on High (2 octaves handbells)
ANGELS WE HAVE HEARD ON HIGH - arr. Tim Waugh - handbell duet/trio/quartet/ensemble
Non-traditional assignments suggested make this Christmas "staple" approachable for competent duet ringers. Re-assign to more ringers for an effective quartet offering. Single page.
Angels We Have Heard on High (handbell duet/trio/quartet/ensemble)
ANGELS WE HAVE HEARD ON HIGH - arr. Kevin McChesney - handbell duet with keyboard accompaniment
A fine setting with a brilliant sound, this lovely arrangement of the favorite carol "Angels We Have Heard On High" may be played as a solo or duet with keyboard accompaniment, and works well for both off-the-table and handbell trees.
