Christmas Handbell Music

This is not your typical setting of O Come, All Ye Faithful! Wildly unexpected harmonies abound as the piece moves through a variety of styles and keys on its way to a triumphant conclusion.

This setting of REGENT SQUARE is a captivating interpretation that infuses the timeless carol with dynamic energy and depth. Through skillful use of techniques such as malleting and mart lifts, the piece

John Rutter's beloved carol has been faithfully transcribed for handbell choir, however is one step lower (Eb) than the choral setting (F). Careful attention to clarity of line and dynamics will make this

Seven top-selling settings of popular contemporary hymns and songs. The arrangements come from a variety of composers and arrangers and offer a range of styles to enliven your worship. Some use optional

Combining two popular tunes for Away in a Manger, this enchanting carol medley uses optional 3-7 octave handchimes or two octaves of silver melody bells. Set in compound meters, your choir

Full of rhythmic energy, this 15th-century English carol will make a festive addition to Christmas concerts and events that call for a Renaissance flair. Open fifths and syncopations in every register

Originally arranged for orchestra and Christmas, transcribed for handbells with opt. C instruments and tambourine, the setting of this familiar 16th century French carol exhibits a frisky enthusiasm and

Singing bells underlie the beginning phrases, which gently crescendo before fading away in this effective arrangement. A great choice for those who enjoy a traditional Christmas celebration, but are looking

This quintessential Hart Morris arrangement is challenging, exciting, and inspiring, all at once! The opportunity to include brass and percussion as well as organ adds to the festive nature of this grand

If the Blues Brothers were to write a Christmas anthem, it might sound something like this, accompanied by piano, handbells, electric guitar, bass, and drums. The text begins: "Christmas is coming let the

This delightful and creative setting of four Christmas favorites are in Mixolydian mode. The rhythmic opening section sets the basis of a melodic accompaniment pattern that weaves throughout the work while

Six favorite carols are combined into one wonderful setting! Some carols are featured while others are interwoven or contrapuntally overlaid throughout the work. The carols (GLORIA; ADESTE FIDELES; STILLE

Terry Osman presents a joyful and bright arrangement of this Catalonian carol. With very minimal bell changes, this piece is perfect for introducing sixteenth notes to your ensemble. It will add sparkle to

From a quiet beginning, this arrangement moves into a driving and rhythmic rendition of the carol tune KOMMET IHR HIRTEN. The middle section is more reflective, with optional chimes and suspended mallets

A jaunty opening figure leads off this arrangement of the well-loved Welsh tune. After a couple of traditional verses, the tune is set as a waltz before one last triumphant iteration of the theme brings the

This delightful rendition of the traditional English carol is for 3-5 octave handbells and is filled with just the right amount of handbell techniques to achieve a fun-filled character. It sparkles with

The hymn tune GLORIA has probably been arranged more times than we can count. However, this fresh, elegant, and beautiful setting will capture your heart. The familiar tune, often presented in subtle ways,

The passionate writing of Cathy Moklebust comes through in this setting of the traditional carol, written for the Raleigh Ringers Series for advanced choirs. Although great care and skill is required for a

Gaudete literally means rejoice in Latin and is a sacred Christmas carol that was thought to have been composed in the 16th century. The 3rd Sunday of Advent is sometimes called Gaudete Sunday.