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Alleluia! (In Thee Is Gladness) Based on a familiar and delightful 16th century tune by Giovanni Giacomo Gastoldi. The Sacred Music Press 3 octaves: 20/1167 4 or 5 octaves: 20/1168S
Antiphony for Divided Handbell Choir Handbells from a four-octave set are divided so that two groups can ring antiphonally from remote locations. The Sacred Music Press 4 octaves: S-HB65
Aria for Bells A haunting melody is the key element in this memorable work that is appropriate for Lent or general use. American Guild of English Handbell Ringers 3 or 4 octaves: AG-34005
Baroque Voluntary Classic in sound and texture, this charming piece was conceived to allow bells to resonate naturally without the need for constant damping. Choristers Guild 3 octaves: CG-B13
Beneath the Cross of Jesus Based on the beloved hymn tune, this transcription was made by William H. Mathis from Dale Wood's contemplative setting for organ. The Sacred Music Press 3 octaves: 20/1172 4 or 5 octaves: 20/1173S
Brother James' Air With optional handchimes (2 or 3 octaves). Dale Wood's organ setting of this timeless melody forms the basis for the handbell transcription by William H. Mathis. The Sacred Music Press 3 octaves: 20/1165 4 or 5 octaves: 20/1166S
Caricature of a Sunday School Song Jesus Loves Me is known throughout the world, and this joyful setting adds colorful touches of musical humor throughout. The Sacred Music Press 4 octaves: 20/1024S
Festival Day With orchestra bells or C-Instrument. The early American hymn tune Middlebury is the theme used in this robust setting...with the introduction of some surprising effects for handbells. The Sacred Music Press 3 to 5 octaves: S-HB2
Morning Song Quiet and contemplative, this original work serves as a perfect vehicle to demonstrate the natural resonating quality of handbells. The Sacred Music Press 4 octaves: S-HB60
Noel! (A Carol Fantasy) With optional flute and oboe, this work quotes fragments of Gustav Holst's Christmas Day. It includes many familiar carols in a colorful medly for the Yuletide season. The Sacred Music Press 3 octaves: 20/1025S 4 or 5 octaves: 20/1026S
Shall We Gather at the River? This well-known melody takes on new life when heard with the enchanting sounds produced by handbells. Choristers Guild 3 octaves: CG-B47
Song at Sunrise An optional flute or C-instrument is woven into the delicate texture of this original composition for English handbells. The Sacred Music Press 4 octaves: 20/1023S
Were You There? (Prelude and Processional) Optional unison voices may join in a procession at the conclusion of this meditative handbell setting. 14 bells are carried in the procession to provide a simple accompaniment. The Sacred Music Press 3 octaves: 20/1041S

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