My Faith Has Found a Resting Place elegantly states the key truth of salvation: It is enough that Jesus died, and that He died for me.” No effort on our part will make a difference either way, because all we need to do is put our trust in Him. Here’s our new arrangement of this …
Tag: handbells
Handbells were invented in 17-century England as a practice tool for tower bell ringers. They could then rehearse in warmer and cheerier places than belfries - to wit, the local pubs. At some point, someone noticed that it was possible to play tunes (rather than just "changes") on handbells, and so "tune ringing" began. The music available from Choraegus followed the tune ringing tradition as practiced and performed in the modern era,
May 27
All Glory, Laud, and Honor (St. THEODULPH) – Twelve-Handbell Version
One of the great Palm Sunday hymns is All Glory, Laud, and Honor. The text was written by St. Theodulph in the seventh century (!), and Melchior Teschner composed the tune we know about a millennium later. Here’s our new arrangement for twelve handbells! All glory, laud, and honor to You, Redeemer, King, To whom …
May 24
Procession and Celebration (Handbells, 5-7 octaves, plus handchimes, 2 octaves, Level 4)
Shosh Meyer is a friend from Oregon who does marvelous things with the handbell program at St. Matthew Lutheran Church (Beaverton, Oregon). Her love for music in general and handbells in particular has inspired the many, many ringers who have been involved in her ministry. Erik, Julie, and Jan Tate were three of those blessed …
May 20
Day By Day (BLOTT EN DAG) – for sixteen handbells
God isn’t just interested in what happens in our lives; He pays attention to every moment of every day we live. That’s why we can rely on Him completely in all circumstances and situations. Here is our sixteen-bell arrangement of the hymn Day by Day. Day by day and with each passing moment, strength I …
May 17
The God of Abraham Praise (LEONI) – for Sixteen Handbells
The God of Abraham Praise is a Hebrew hymn from before the 18th century. The lyrics offer a glorious picture of what it’s like to worship God where He is, and draw us to bow before Him in humility. This sixteen-bell arrangement is available in C5-B6 and G4-F#6 versions (hint: the second one can be …
May 13
All Things Bright and Beautiful (ROYAL OAK) – for eight handbells and piano
Our piano-accompanied eight-handbell arrangement of All Things Bright and Beautiful works well with two, three, or four ringers, and will give your accompanist some fun besides! All things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small, All things wise and wonderful, the Lord God made them all. The eight bells in the score are accompanied …
May 10
Kelvingrove (Handbells, 2-3 octaves, Level 2)
KELVINGROVE is an old Scottish tune. Where it appears in hymnals, it usually is under the title “The Summons”. We know you’ll enjoy playing our handbell arrangement of this melody! Historically, though, it’s a love song sung by a soldier to his love as he strolls with her one last time before he heads to …
May 06
Stowey (handbells, for 3 to 5 octaves, Level 2+)
Our new arrangement of the traditional English melody STOWEY is multipurpose: As the folk melody STOWEY As the hymn When a Knight Won His Spurs: When a knight won his spurs, in the stories of old, He was gentle and brave, he was gallant and bold With a shield on his arm and a lance …
May 03
Rock of Ages (TOPLADY, Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 3-)
Rock of Ages is one of the most beloved hymns of all time. It focuses on God’s absolute reliability and how those who put their complete trust in Him possess the salvation that He offers. Our arrangement for handbell choir has been updated recently, so do take a look! Rock of Ages, cleft for me, …
Apr 30
It Is Well with My Soul (VILLE DU HAVRE)(For sixteen handbells)
We have a new arrangement of It Is Well with My Soul for sixteen bells. It can be played by a four-in-hand quartet, or by a larger ensemble (well, up to sixteen ringers, anyway). There’s a bonus, too – the G4-G6 version of this arrangement is perfect for a two-octave choir!