Here’s our eight-bell arrangement of this French children’s song. We’re pleased to offer it as a freebie!
Category: Handbell Ensemble
Apr 09
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (HAMBURG) – for eight handbells
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross is a meditation on the Son of God who gave His life for us. Isaac Watts wrote this hymn which continues to draw us to the Savior. Here’s our new eight-bell arrangement for Holy Week. When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of glory died, my …
Apr 02
My Song is Love Unknown (RHOSYMEDRE) – for eight handbells
The tune for this hymn, RHOSYMEDRE, is named for the village where John D. Edwards, the composer, served as vicar for the last twelve years of his life. Here’s our new eight-bell arrangement of this melody. My song is love unknown, my Savior’s love to me; love to the loveless shown, that they might lovely …
Mar 26
Go to Dark Gethsemane – for eight handbells
The hymn tune REDHEAD NO. 76 seems unusual; its background is that the composer, Richard Redhead, published a book of hymns in the nineteenth century. Learning this made it all clear for me! This is one of our easier “standard” arrangements, and we know it will be a welcome addition to your small ensemble repertoire …
Mar 19
Song of Hope/Canto de esperanza (ARGENTINA, for eight handbells)
One of the teens at our church asked if we could make an arrangement of this lively Argentine melody for eight bells. Here’s the result!
Jun 06
Friskin’ the Whiskers
Jazz great Cab Calloway had an expression “friskin’ the whiskers”. It’s a reference to the idea of “just gettin’ started”, and is draws a picture of a highly-skilled performer who starts on his set by smoothing his mustache. “Okay, now I’m ready to play.” Friskin’ the Whiskers, a new Level 5 work for five to …
Jul 24
The Bass Ringer’s Notebook, Second Edition
Exciting news! When Above the Line Publishing decided to ride off into the sunset, it took the original Bass Ringer’s Notebook with it. Quite a few bass handbell ringers already had copies, but there were those who still were looking for a copy of their own. The need still existed! We’re thrilled to announce that …