Tag: classical

Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker – Kingdom of Sweets – Eight handbells

Clara has helped the Nutcracker win his battle with the Mouse King, and as a reward, she’s ushered into the magical Kingdom of Sweets. It’s an ethereal journey with the anticipation of incredible wonders… or is it a dream? Standard Version: ”Dual-Range”™ Score Package: $ US G5-based practice track: $ US F5-based practice track: $ …

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Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker – March – Eight handbells

It’s the party scene from the Nutcracker, and the boys are behaving (for now, of course). They’re showing off the toy trumpets they’ve been given, and are putting on a military display for the guests. Standard Version: ”Dual-Range”™ Score Package: $ US G5-based practice track: $ US F5-based practice track: $ US This arrangement is …

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Tchaikovsky – Nutcracker – Miniature Overture – Eight handbells

Here’s the opening piece from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker! We were amazed that it could be put into eight-bell form, and have loved playing it! Standard Version: ”Dual-Range”™ Score Package: $ US G5-based practice track: $ US F5-based practice track: $ US This arrangement is also included in Larry and Carla’s Eight-Bell Nutcracker Collection. But wait! If …

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Tchaikovsky – The Nutcracker – Eight handbells

We thought it would be fun to see whether something from Tchaikowsky’s Nutcracker could be played with eight bells. Imagine our surprise when we found that eight pieces from his masterpiece worked!

Elgar – Land of Hope and Glory – Eight handbells

Also to known by the title Pomp and Circumstance, this famous Elgar processional provides the musical backdrop for many ceremonies and celebrations. Here’s our “surprisingly easy” eight-bell arrangement. Land of Hope and Glory, Mother of the Free, How shall we extol thee, who are born of thee? Wider still, and wider, shall thy bounds be …

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Bach – Arioso – Eight handbells

Here’s a J.S. Bach piece that’s been a wedding favorite for centuries! Standard Version: ”Dual-Range”™ Score Package: $ US G5-based practice track: $ US F5-based practice track: $ US Standard Version: $ US Purchasing this 8-bell arrangement gives you permission to print and maintain up to four copies for your handbell group (plus the accompaniment …

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Eight-Bell Classical

Bach – Sheep May Safely Graze – Eight handbells

Sheep May Safely Graze is a peaceful (yes, “pastoral”) Bach piece that speaks of quietude and assurance. It’s been in church services and weddings for quite a long time. Standard Version: ”Dual-Range”™ Score Package: $ US G5-based practice track: $ US F5-based practice track: $ US Purchasing this 8-bell arrangement gives you permission to print …

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Charpentier – Prelude from “Te Deum” – Eight handbells

The prelude from Charpentier’s Te Deum fits nicely into just eight bells! Standard Version: ”Dual-Range”™ Score Package: $ US G5-based practice track: $ US F5-based practice track: $ US Purchasing this 8-bell arrangement gives you permission to print and maintain up to four copies for your handbell group (plus the accompaniment score, if part of …

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Wagner – Bridal Chorus – Eight handbells

Wagner’s Bridal Chorus (aka Here comes the bride) has been a wedding standard for a long, long time. Here it is as one of our eight-bell duets! Standard Version: ”Dual-Range”™ Score Package: $ US G5-based practice track: $ US F5-based practice track: $ US Purchasing this 8-bell arrangement gives you permission to print and maintain …

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