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!
Apr 27
Home at Last – for SAB choir
Choraegus has about 100 works for vocal ensembles. These include scores for SATB choir, men’s ensemble, and women’s ensemble. Recently we’ve figured out how to record some of them so that you can hear the music as you consider getting them for your own singing group.
Today, it’s our pleasure to present our new recording of Home At Last, the fifty-fourth song in the Living Water Composition Project. Do listen to the MP3 below, and rejoice in everlasting hope!
(Just a note: This MP3 is a men’s ensemble voicing of the original unison score – because those were the voices I could record…)
Apr 26
Count Your Blessings (BLESSINGS) – for eight handbells and piano
This joyous hymn about all the wonderful things God does for us has now been arranged for eight handbells and piano! It’s a relatively easy piece (for the bells, definitely, and not too difficult for the pianist) that’s fun to play.
When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed, when you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings, name them one by one, And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your many blessings, see what God hath done.
Purchasing this 8-bell arrangement gives you prmission to print and maintain up to four copies for your handbell group (plus the accompaniment/instrumental score(s), if part of the purchase) – so you only need to pay once. Purchase also gives permission for performance, broadcasting, live-streaming and video-sharing online. See our licensing agreement for full details, and please remember to mention the title and arranger of the piece on video-sharing sites, social media and any printed materials such as concert programs.
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Apr 22
Winter Dance by Seiichi Kyoda (Handbells, five octaves, plus handchimes, 1 octave, Level 4)
Uttara-Kuru is a recording group that combines traditional Japanese instruments with modern electronica. The result is an intriguing blend with a distinct expression. Their Winter Dance by Seiichi Kyoda is an adventure to a remote village where the community celebrates the cold season by dancing as the snowflakes drift arount them.
Our arrangement for five octaves of handbells and one octave of handchimes is AGEHR Level 4. You’ll have fun with it!
WINTER DANCE by Seiichi Kyoda
@Chapter One Co. Ltd / Fairwood Music Japan Ltd., administered by
MCS America, Inc. All rights reserved. International copyright secured.
Used by permission
Purchasing the handbell choir version of this arrangement grants permission to print and maintain up to fifteen copies for your handbell ensemble; purchasing the single copy version grants permission to print and maintain one copy. For permission for broadcasting, live-streaming and video-sharing online, contact Chapter One Co. Ltd. See our licensing agreement for full details, and please remember to mention the title and arranger of the piece on video-sharing sites, social media and any printed materials such as concert programs.
Apr 19
I Greet Thee, Who My Sure Redeemer Art (TOULON) – for eight handbells
Here’s a thoughtful, meditative hymn about the power and grace of the Lord who holds us in His hands from everlasting to everlasting. We’re sure you’ll enjoy playing and sharing our eight-bell arrangement.
I greet Thee, who my sure Redeemer art,
My only Trust and Savior of my heart,
Who pain didst undergo for my poor sake;
I pray Thee, from our hearts all cares to take.
Purchasing this 8-bell arrangement gives you permission to print and maintain up to four copies for your handbell group – so you only need to pay once. Purchase also gives permission for performance, broadcasting, live-streaming and video-sharing online. See our licensing agreement for full details, and please remember to mention the title and arranger of the piece on video-sharing sites, social media and any printed materials such as concert programs.
Apr 15
Peace (Handbells, 3-5 octaves, plus handchimes, 2 octaves, Level 2+)
Turmoil is a standard of life for many. We have the varied components of our lives competing for our attention, often all at the same time, and so there are times when that competition puts us into mental paralysis. Getting nothing done can become an all-too-regular occurrence!
The good news is that Christ offers peace beyond all understanding. This peace is an anchor for the soul, a comfort in stressful times, and promise good for all eternity. It’s reliance on the everlasting care of a God who is absolutely trustworthy, all-powerful, and all-knowing.
Here is our new (original!) handbell work that tells about Peace.
Purchasing the handbell choir version of this arrangement grants permission to print and maintain up to fifteen copies for your handbell ensemble; purchasing the single copy version grants permission to print and maintain one copy. Purchase also gives permission for performance, broadcasting, live-streaming and video-sharing online. See our licensing agreement for full details, and please remember to mention the title and arranger of the piece on video-sharing sites, social media and any printed materials such as concert programs.
Apr 13
Eagle Wings – for SATB choir
Eagle Wings, the thirty-ninth song in the Living Water Composition Project, is based on Isaiah 40:31 “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” This verse has been a comfort to countless Christians struggling through life’s challenges.
I’ve added a new audio recording of Eagle Wings so you can hear the song, and hope that you’ll think about singing it with your ensemble!
(Just a note: This MP3 is a men’s ensemble voicing of the original unison score – because those were the voices I could record…)
Apr 12
Twinkle – for eight handbells
Today’s a twofer day. First off, we have a free eight-bell arrangement of Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star. We’re certain you’ll enjoy playing this very familiar children’s song!
The other part of today’s double feature is the “Twinkle Samba”, an arrangement of the same song in Latin American style. It has some fun challenges, and will make you (and your audience) smile!
Purchasing (either of) these 8-bell arrangements gives you permission to print and maintain up to four copies for your handbell group – so you only need to pay once. Purchase also gives permission for performance, broadcasting, live-streaming and video-sharing online. See our licensing agreement for full details, and please remember to mention the title and arranger of the piece on video-sharing sites, social media and any printed materials such as concert programs.
Apr 08
Happy (Handbells, 3-5 octaves, plus handchimes F6-C7, Level 4)
We’ve rearranged this Low Ding Zone original composition for (a normal) handbell choir! With a light, bouncy melody and plenty of action everywhere else on the staff, your handbell choir will have a great time playing this piece.
By the way… please note that it’s not to be confused with the Pharrell Williams song from a few years back…
Handbells (three to five octaves), plus handchimes (F6, G6, G#6, A6, B6, C6)
Level 4
Purchasing the handbell choir version of this arrangement grants permission to print and maintain up to fifteen copies for your handbell ensemble; purchasing the single copy version grants permission to print and maintain one copy. Purchase also gives permission for performance, broadcasting, live-streaming and video-sharing online. See our licensing agreement for full details, and please remember to mention the title and arranger of the piece on video-sharing sites, social media and any printed materials such as concert programs.
Apr 05
The Heavens Declare Your Glory – for 3-5 octaves of handbells
J.S. Bach wrote hundreds – thousands – of works during his amazingly productive lifetime. They were such works of groundbreaking genius (“Why shouldn’t harpsichordists use their thumbs?”) that the repertoire he created continues to be a large part of our modern musical life. Even if you can’t name a Bach work by title, you’ll probably recognize a melody, or at least you’ll know when the music you’re hearing is his inimitable style.
Much of the Bach repertoire is in church music. Among those works is the pretty hymn tune FAITHFUL which you might know as The Heavens Declare Your Glory. We think you’ll love playing our Level 3 arrangement!
Purchasing the handbell choir version of this arrangement grants permission to print and maintain up to fifteen copies for your handbell ensemble; purchasing the single copy version grants permission to print and maintain one copy. Purchase also gives permission for performance, broadcasting, live-streaming and video-sharing online. See our licensing agreement for full details, and please remember to mention the title and arranger of the piece on video-sharing sites, social media and any printed materials such as concert programs.
