This spirited winner of the 2021 Into the Forest Bell Tree Composition Contest uses one 3-5 octave set of handbells and one 3-5 octave set of handchimes, with no duplicate bells needed for the bell
Provide a moment of peace and introspection with this original tune, written for on-the-table handbell solo or belltree. Featuring lush, lyrical melodic lines and gorgeous harmonic interplay between the
Detailed performance notes outline the various options for performing this intriguing original composition. A stately but joyful piece, it may be used as a processional if so desired. Options include one to
A minimum quantity of 6 is required on this title.
Hear the drone of the bagpipes! This original Celtic jig will delight your ringers and audience from the first note of the lilting original melody and the unusual turns it takes. Bass ringers (L2) play the
Refreshing and creative, this composition utilizes the handbell choir to accompany the bell tree soloist. In the contrasting mid-section, the handbell choir takes over the melody, using handchimes, with the
Based on HOLY MANNA, this bell tree solo begins tolling slowly, then moves through modern chords as well as traditional to include a breadth of worship styles. Suitable for sacred and secular settings and a
With an easy repetitive bell tree part, a vocalist in the midrange and a keyboard accompanist, this can be a vibrant addition to your Christmas concert. With optional audience singing on the chorus, it can
Jason Krugs well-known composition Compassion is set here for the handbell soloist with piano accompaniment. Playable either on-the-table or on belltree, its a faithful translation of the original into the
Bold and uplifting, perfect for worship, concert or school programs, the piece involves every ringer throughout and is fun to ring with its not-so-usual ABC form in Eb major. (Your AB5 ringer will be happy
This beautiful composition from the opera "Lakme" is now arranged for bell tree duet or solo with piano keyboard accompaniment. The solo has two versions: a simple arrangement using only one mallet in each
A winner of the 2021 Into the Forest Bell Tree Composition Contest, this original is written to be played using only one set of bells (3-5 octaves) and one 3 octave set of handchimes with no
A lively original Celtic tune (using only 8 bells, for Beginning Bell Tree soloists) starts in Dorian mode, shifts into Ionian, then back. Using the subtitle "Praise God's Name with Dancing," it is equally
This bell tree solo based on Ode to Joy begins quietly and pensively, as if remembering a recent loss. It moves through joy and back to meditation. The piece is suitable for sacred, secular and
This simple bell tree solo is supported by an active accompaniment which can be 3-5 octave handchimes and/or keyboard. Optional vocal solo, unison voices and congregational singing are included as well as a
In the opera Thais, the heroine is struggling with a major decision, and the music playing under her meditation about that decision has been a beloved classic for audiences. Now arranged for bell
This beautifully crafted original work begins with a gentle and mysterious legato section as the solo introduces hints of melody followed by introduction of a gently syncopated rhythm. The fully developed
Similar to the successful Two Bell Tree Processionals, this original composition uses two bell trees with handbells and handchimes. While the bell tree players will enjoy some challenge, it is
Peace Is Flowing Like a River; I've Got Peace Like a River and Dona Nobis Pacem are the three titles found in this medley. Eight to nine bells ranging from G5 to A6 are needed for
This processional, based on Beethoven's Ode to Joy, has a bell tree of six bells playing the melody. Accompaniment can be either a 2-5 octave bell choir, a 2-5 octave chime choir, or both. Some
A creative approach to using bells with hymns and as processionals. Use bell tree, handbell choir and organ or a combination thereof. Includes Joy to the World; Hyfrydol; & Llanfair.