There are a number of hymns where the lyrics preceded the music by being written as a poem. Once in David’s Royal City was written by Cecil Frances Alexander, and a year after its publication Henry John Gauntlett composed the melody IRBY that we know and love. Historical footnote: Mrs. Alexander wasn’t a one-hit wonder… …
Tag: AGEHR Level 2
This composition is a handbell choir score rated at AGEHR Level 2. Generally, the scores will be in basic time signatures such as 4/4, and will subdivide beat only to the eighth note. Several relatively easy articulations (e.g. martellato, thump damp, ring touch) may be present.
Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne (MARGARET) (Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 2)
The absolute humility that the Son of God showed in coming to earth is shown in this Christmas song. He descended from a heavenly throne to start mortal life in a manger, and now beckons to all of us to share in all that He has. Thou didst leave Thy throne and Thy kingly crown …
Hark, the Herald Angels Sing (MENDELSSOHN) (Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 2)
Christmas is a time for angels, who received the very special musical assignment of singing about the birth of the Messiah. This Level 2 arrangement for three octaves will add to your celebration! Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King: peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled!” Joyful, all …
While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night (CHRISTMAS) (Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 2-)
It’s always interesting to find that the lyrics for Christmas carols and hymns are sung to different melodies on each side of the ocean. This one, by Handel, is the version of While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night that’s sung in the USA. While shepherds watched their flocks by night, all seated on the …
O Come, All Ye Faithful (ADESTE FIDELES) (Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 2)
The celebration of Christmas centers on the promise that God is always working toward His ultimate triumph. O Come, All Ye Faithful draws us not just to the manger, but to the everlasting future of Christ’s kingdom. O come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant, O come ye, O come ye, to Bethlehem. Come and …
May 12
ENGELBERG (Handbells, 2 octaves, Level 2+)
We’ve published a new arrangement of the hymn tune ENGELBERG today. In case you’re happier with hymn titles, ENGELBERG has been paired with several texts: All Praise to Thee, for Thou, O King Divine When in Our Music God is Glorified We Know that Christ is Raised This arrangement is for two octaves of handbells, …
Nov 16
Angels We Have Heard on High (GLORIA) (Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 2-)
Angels We Have Heard on High is based on the nineteenth-century French song Les Anges dans nos Campagnes and is traditionally sung to the hymn tune GLORIA. The lyric tells us of how the angels came from heaven to celebrate the birth of the Christ Child. Our three-octave handbell arrangement is a very accessible Level …
Oct 05
Angels, from the Realms of Glory (REGENT SQUARE) (Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 2)
Angels came from heaven to celebrate the birth of Christ. It’s amazing to compare how it must have been in God’s glorious presence with the humble stable of Bethlehem. Yet they came, and they marveled! This new arrangement for three octaves of handbells is perfect if you have a relatively novice group, or if you …
Angels, from the Realms of Glory (REGENT SQUARE) (Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 2)
Angels came from heaven to celebrate the birth of Christ. It’s amazing to compare how it must have been in God’s glorious presence with the humble stable of Bethlehem. Yet they came, and they marveled! Angels from the realms of glory / Wing your flight o’er all the earth; Ye who sang creation’s story / …
Angels We Have Heard on High (GLORIA) (Handbells, 3 octaves, Level 2-)
Angels We Have Heard on High is based on the nineteenth-century French song Les Anges dans nos Campagnes and is traditionally sung to the hymn tune GLORIA. The lyric tells us of how the angels came from heaven to celebrate the birth of the Christ Child. Our three-octave handbell arrangement is a very accessible Level …
