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2014 Handbell Music

elcome to the Agape/Hope Publishing Company handbell music offerings for Fall &&& Christmas 2014.

I hope you will enjoy these new releasess and find plenty of re-sooouuurces for your music needs during thee mmoonnths leading up to, and including, Christmas.

Be sure to consider thesseee cccooolllections,, eeaacchh ccoonntaining a wealth of materialll while offering cost-effecttiivve value and savvings:

Reproducible Rings (Larson) are quickly learned hymn set-tings with loads of creativity and musical appppeeeaaal. Purchase one book and reproduce!

Ring & Siing Christmas (Thompson) features a variety of re-producible carols and Chriistmas songs for Level 1 choirs with sim-pppllle accompaniments that may bbbeee uused for sing-alongs or in worshhhiiippp.

Twelve Bells +1 for Christmas (Cota) is a terrific seasonal cool-lection for smaller ensembles.

Learn to Ring (Thompson) is aaalso reproducible, fffiiilllled with hymn settings designeeeddd for beginning choirs to get started and rinnnggg with confidence.

Easy to Ring Praise & Worship, Vol II (Bettcher) offers some of todaay’s most popular worship songs for 2-3 octave bell choirs.

There are several Christmas selecttiions that you don’t want to miss, including God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen (((Ranneeyy//Sherman), II WWooonnndddeeerrr as I Wannnddder (Bettcher), and ooonnn tthe ligghhter side, Jolly Old Saint Nicholas ((RRaanneeyy)))!!

If you aaarrreee llloooking fforrr new hymn settings, please cchheecckk oouutt YYoouu Are Mine (Larson), How CCCaaann III Keep from Singing? (Moookkklebuuusssttt))), aannd Let AAll Things Now Living (Ge-sschke).

AAAsss always, if you have any coomments or suggestions, be sure to let us knooow — wwee’’dd love too hhear from you.

Davvid L. Weck, Handbell Editordavvviiid@hhopepublishing.com

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MHP2696 3-5 Oct. Level 2+ $5.25

Lloyd Larson takes this wonderful David Haas hymn and creates an inspiring handbell setting which is sure to enrich any worship gathering. The memorable melody, combined with the song’s message of hope and assurance, makes this useful for general worship, discipleship, confirmation, baptism and many other occasions.

YOU ARE MINE David Haas/Arr. Lloyd Larson

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YOU ARE MINE David Haas/Arr. Lloyd Larson

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GOD REST YE MERRY, GENTLEMENArr. Joel Raney/Arr. Arnold B. Sherman

MHP2699 3-6 Oct. w/opt. 3 oct. Handchimes Level 3+ $4.95

Malleted handbells combined with a colorful splash of handchimes for special effects, bring to life this dynamic presentation for 3-6 octaves. Once again, Arnold Sherman has adapted a piano work of Joel Raney’s and created a masterful handbell setting, ideal for Christmas concerts or worship services. The ringers will enjoy the rhythmic energy and fresh approach to this Christ-mas classic.

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GOD REST YE MERRY, GENTLEMENArr. Joel Raney/Arr. Arnold B. Sherman

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MHP2694 3-5 Oct. Level 2+ $5.25

Peggy Bettcher has provided a flowing arrangement of this popular new worship song by Jonas Myrin and Matt Redman. For 3-5 octaves of handbells, this arrangement utilizes suspended, malleted bells to accompany the melody in the second verse, and a lighter texture with thought-provoking harmonies to open the third. Level 2+ with minimal bell changes makes this perfect for the intermediate-level bell choir.

10,000 REASONSJonas Myrin & Matt Rdman/Arr. Peggy Bettcher

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Contemporary Worship

10,000 REASONSJonas Myrin & Matt Rdman/Arr. Peggy Bettcher

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AMAZING GRACE (MY CHAINS ARE GONE)Chris Tomlin & Louis Giglio/NEW BRITAIN/Arr. Joel Raney

MHP2683 3-5 Oct. w/opt. 8 Handchimes (opt. Accomp. for the choral settings) Level 3- $5.25MHPC5886 Two-Part Mixed 2.10MHPC5807 SAB 2.10MHPC5644 SATB 2.10MHPC5644C Perf/Accomp. CD 26.95MHPC5644R Rhythm Parts 24.95With John Newton’s classic hymn, “Amazing Grace,” it’s crowning glory is found in the powerful refrain, “My chains are gone, I’ve been set free. My God, my Savior has ransomed me.”

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AMAZING GRACE ((MY CHAINS ARE GONE))Chris Tomlin & Louis Giglio/NEW BRITAIN/Arr. Joel Raney

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AMAZING GRACE (MY CHAINS ARE GONE)Chris Tomlin & Louis Giglio/NEW BRITAIN/Arr. Joel Raney

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MHP2697 3-5 Oct. Level 2+ $5.25

Through the use of vibrant harmonies, strong chords and flowing melodies, arranger, Brent Ols-tad, creates a reflection on the incomparable greatness of God. This powerfully beautiful setting, for 3 octave choirs, is sure to be a high point of any worship service.

I WONDER AS I WANDER John Jacob Niles/Arr. Peggy Bettcher

Christmas

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I WONDER AS I WANDER John Jacob Niles/Arr. Peggy Bettcher

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RESOUNDING JOYSusan Geschke

MHP2682 3-5 Oct. Level 2+ $4.50

It’s hard not to smile when ringing Susan Geschke’s latest original piece! Malleting, shakes, marts, and echo technique add sparkle to this happy selection. Appropriate throughout the year for worship, concerts, or festivals, this selection will lift the spirits of any audience!

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Original

RESOUNDING JOYSusan Geschke

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MHP2684 3-5 Oct. w/opt. Clarinet, Bass & lib. Drums Level 3+ $4.50MHP2684P Director’s Score, Clarinet & Bass Parts 12.50This (AGEHR) level 3+ setting reflects the joy of both the tune and the text of this beloved gospel song – “I’m Gonna Lay Down My Sword and Shield……Gonna study war no more.” The rhythmic feel is that of a gentle, easy swing over a walking bass line, created with the stopped sounds played with mallets, and the customary, occasional syncopations. This piece will stand alone, but the addition of optional B-flat clarinet, bass and optional ad lib drums will add extra color to the texture and enliven the appeal!

DOWN BY THE RIVERSIDEArr. Hart Morris

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HOW CAN I KEEP FROM SINGINGRobert Lowry/Arr. Cathy Moklebust

MHP2690 2-3 Oct. w/opt. 2-3 oct. Handchimes Level 3 $4.50MHP2693 3-5 Oct. w/opt. 2-3 oct. Handchimes Level 3 4.50In this arrangement of Robert Lowry’s beloved hymn, composer Cathy Moklebust has paid particular attention to the word “singing” through rhythmic and chordal punctuation, and through use of the Singing Bell technique. Both versions of the tune are used; Robert Lowry’s original lyric, flowing version in ¾ meter, which uses plenty of LV and the optional use of handchimes, and the more contemporary version which is written in a rhythmic, energetic 4/4 meter, employing the use of malleted bells, and featuring the hymn tune played in a round. Editions for 2-3 octaves and 3-5 octaves are available, and are compatible for massed ringing.

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HHOOWWW CCAAANNN II KKEEEEPP FFRROOMMM SSIINNNGGIINNNGGRobert Lowry/Arr. Cathy Moklebust

MHP2690 2 3 O t / t 2 3 t H d hi L l 3 $4 50

HOW CAN I KEEP FROM SINGINGRobert Lowry/Arr. Cathy Moklebust

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MHP2686 3-5 Oct. w/opt. 3-5 oct. Handchimes & Ukulele Level 3 $5.25MHP2686P Ukulele Part 2.50

Uplifting and fun, here is Israel Kamakawiwo’ole’s Hawaiian flavored take on “Over the Rain-bow.” Ringers will enjoy opportunities to ring the melody throughout the piece with both malleted bells and handchimes. An optional Ukulele Part is available to further enhance the island feel.

OVER THE RAINBOWE.Y. Harburg & Harold Arlen/Arr. Israel Kamakawewo’ole/Arr. Chris Peck

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Pop Title

OVER THE RAINBOWE.Y. Harburg & Harold Arlen/Arr. Israel Kamakawewo’ole/Arr. Chris Peck

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MHP2700 3-5 Oct. w/opt. 3-5 oct. Handchimes & Percussion Level 4 $4.50MHP2700P Synth. & Percussion Parts 5.00

Joel Raney draws from his jazz roots for a new rendition of this classic Christmas song for 3-5 octaves handbells with optional 3-5 octave handchimes and percussion. The addition of the percussion instruments further enhances the jazzy flavor and overall effect, ensuring this to be a highlight of your Christmas concert.

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JOLLY OLD SAINT NICHOLASArr. Joel Raney

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JOLLY OLD SAINT NICHOLASArr. Joel Raney

MHP2685 Bell Tree Solo & Keyboard - 9 Bells D5-E6 $7.95

HOLY MANNA goes to Scotland in this bell tree arrangement from Linda Lamb. The piano ac-companiment begins with a drone reminiscent of bagpipes. The second verse gives the melody to the piano while the bell tree plays a jig-like pattern. HOLY MANNA is associated with several texts, making this arrangement useful in a variety of situations.

BRETHREN, WE HAVE MET TO WORSHIPWilliam Moore/HOLY MANNA/Arr. Linda Lamb

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BRETHREN, WE HAVE MET TO WORSHIPWilliam Moore/HOLY MANNA/Arr. Linda Lamb

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CLASSIC BAROQUE SOLOS IVArr. Christine Anderson & Cathy DeRousse

MHP2688 Solo Handbells & Organ Level 1/2 $16.95

With this new collection (volume IV), Christine Anderson adds to her series of Classic Baroque Solos. The bells settings range from level 1 to 2 and all are paired with organ accompaniments by Cathy DeRousse.

Now Thank We All Our God; Prelude in C (Ave Maria); Sleepers Wake! Thanks Be to Thee Solos

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CLASSIC BAROQUE SOLOS IVArr. Christine Anderson & Cathy DeRousse

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CLASSIC BAROQUE SOLOS Trumpet Tune; Sheep May Safely Graze; Trumpet VoluntaryMHP1618 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10.95

CLASSIC BAROQUE SOLOS II “Largo” from Xerxes (Handel); O Savior, Hear Me (Gluck)MHP1657 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.95

CLASSIC BAROQUE SOLOS III Air (from Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D) If Thou Art Near (Bist Du Bei Mir)MHP1878 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10.95

More! Classic Baroque Solos

Arr. Christine AndersonDaniel Kramlich

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MHP2681 3-5 Oct. Level 3- $4.50

This stunning new setting of ASH GROVE is playful and exuberant, dancing across the pages from the first note to the last. Choirs are encouraged to ring the ¾ tempo with a sparkling feeling of one pulse per measure. Ringers of all ages will enjoy the excitement created throughout…making it easily learned.

LET ALL THINGS NOW LIVING(“Sent Forth by God’s Blessings” & “The Master Hath Come”)

Traditional Welsh Melody/ASH GROVE/Arr. Susan Geschke

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LET ALL THINGS NOW LIVING(“Sent Forth by God’s Blessings” & “The Master Hath Come”)

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RING & SING CHRISTMASArr. Martha Lynn Thompson

MHP2692 2 or 3 Oct. (Reproducible) Level 1 $39.9512 Christmas carols and 7 secular Christmas songs are presented here as texts paired with simple, chordal, handbell/handchimes accompaniments. Each title is presented in both 2-octave and 3-octave settings. All are in the key most commonly found in hymnals and carol books. The vocal parts can be sung by soloists, choirs, carolers or congregation. The settings may be used alone to accompany group singing or may be added to keyboard-accompanied congregational singing or “sing-alongs.” All the music may be reproduced for use by your choir.

Bells & Voices for Christmas

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TWELVE BELLS +1 FOR CHRISTMASArr. Patricia Cota

MHP2691 4-6 Ringers, C5-A6 $7.95With her new Twelve Bells +1 for Christmas, Patricia Cota adds another collection to her very successful Twelve Bells Series. All are creative arrangements that are sufficiently challenging for all ringers and allow for flexibility in bell assignments.

Contents: Good Christian Men, Rejoice; What Child Is This? O Come, Little Children; The Holly and the Ivy; Ding, Dong, Merrily on High; Come, Shepherds, Rise!

Collection for 4-6 Ringers

THE TWELVE BELLS OF CHRISTMASMHP1717 C5-G6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.95

THE TWELVE BELLS OF CHRISTMAS IIMHP2153 C5-G6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.95

THE TWELVE BELLS OF CHRISTMAS IIIMHP2264 C5-G6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7.95

go to www.hopepublishing.com for moreTwelve Bells Collections and content information.

More! Twelve Bells Collectionsby Patricia Cota

TWELVE BELLS +1 FOR CHRISTMASArr. Patricia Cota

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REPRODUCIBLE RINGS FOR 2-3 OCTAVESArr. Lloyd Larson

Easy Reproducible Collection

MHP2698 2-3 Oct. (Reproducible) Level 2 $39.95

Arranged with the volunteer handbell ringer in mind, these eight hymn settings by Lloyd Larson are quickly learned and ready to perform with limited preparation time. Engaging settings of fa-miliar carols and hymn tunes guarantee broad appeal to both ringers and listeners. Another cost saving “Reproducible” collection from Agape – buy one book and copy all the music for use by your choir.

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EASY TO RING PRAISE & WORSHIP, VOL VII Arr. Peggy Bettcher

Contemporary Collection for Beginners

MHP2687 2-3 Oct. Collection Level 1-2 $12.95MHP2670 3-5 Oct. Collection Level 1-2 12.95

This is the seventh volume in the Easy to Ring Praise & Worship Series for 2-3 octaves by Peggy Bettcher. These simple settings appeal to beginning handbell and handchime choirs as well as more advanced choirs looking for creative shorter arrangements that can be learned quickly. Each is a complete composition, suitable for performance, eighth notes are used sparingly, and the difficulty levels range from 1-2.

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LEARN TO RINGArr. Martha Lynn Thompson

Easy Reproducible Hymn Collection

MHP2689 2 and 3 Oct. (Reproducible) Level 1 $39.95

Here is a collection of easy hymn settings designed for use by beginning handbell or handchime choirs. If you’re looking for a book with many arrangements at the same level of difficulty, this is the book for you! Each title is presented in both 2-octave and 3-octave settings. Only 2 of the 18 titles have eighth notes, and those are used sparingly. A few non-percussive techniques have been used, but they may be omitted if desired. All the music may be duplicated for use by your choir.

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LEARN TO RINGArr. Martha Lynn Thompson

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SOME NIGHTSJ. Antonoff, J. Hasker, A. Dost & N. Ruess/Arr. Doug Anderson

MHP2695 3-6 Oct. w/opt. 2 oct. Handchimes & Rhythm Level 4 $5.25MHP2695C Perf/Accomp. CD 26.95MHP2695R Rhythm Parts 24.95Based on the platinum-selling hit composed, recorded and popularized by the group Fun, here is Doug Anderson’s catchy setting of this indi-pop sensation. Arranged for 3-6 octaves handbells with optional 2 octaves handchimes, plus rhythm, featuring, guitar, bass and some flashy parts for the drummers.

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SOME NIGHTSJ. Antonoff, J. Hasker, A. Dost & N. Ruess/Arr. Doug Anderson

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ROAR Katy Perry, Lukasz Gottwalk, Max Martin, Bonnie McKee & Henry Walter/Arr. Chris Peck

Handbell choirs will soar to the “top of the charts” with the sensational pop song ROAR, made famous by recording artist, Katy Perry. The positive theme of the lyrics addresses self-empowerment — and like the tiger, champions the cause. With the addition of drum set and synth parts, the music builds to exciting proportions.

MHP2680 3-5 oct. w/opt. Rhythm Level 3+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.25MHP2680R Rhythm Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.50MHP2680C Perf./Accomp. CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95

NEW “Pop” for 2014pPerfect for community choirs, youth and public performances.

Katy Perry’s Roar performed by the Inpulse Handbell Ensemble