Handbell Sextet

ASH GROVE - Traditional Welsh Melody, arranged by Bill Ingram for handbell trio/quartet/quintet/sextet

An accessible 12 bell arrangement of the hymn tune ASH GROVE, this could be presented under the title "Let All Things Now Living", "Sent Forth With God's Blessing", or simply "Ash Grove" in worship or concert.

CANON IN D - Pachelbel/arr. Michael Kastner and Nancy Schmidt Kastner - handbell quartet/quintet/sextet/ensemble

Effective as a quintet, the top part may be played by one ringer, making it a quartet. Other performance options are provided in the score. This piece was actually used at Michael and Nancy's wedding as their "musical vows."

Two full scores are provided - in the original key of D and in the key of C. May be presented alone or as a prelude to any one of a number of full choir arrangements available.

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).

CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS - George J. Elvery/arr. Karen Robards - handbell quartet/quintet/sextet/ensemble

The majesty and grace of one of the great hymns of the church is presented in an accessible and versatile setting for four-in-hand ensemble. It comes together with few rehearsals, and bring stirring music to your services and programs.