Offering of Praise: Handbells for General Worship Friday, October 15, 2021
recommended by Jennifer F., Handbell Music Specialist
Festive Hymn Tunes arr. Jason W. Krug, 12 bells
This collection of five hymn arrangements will delight, comfort, and enliven your ringers and congregations! Written for just twelve bells between F5 and C7, they are a perfect resource for the small ensemble looking for an extra challenge, the full choir short a few members, or the group wanting to share their musical gifts while staying socially distant. Titles include: “The Solid Rock,” “It Is Well With My Soul,” “The Church’s One Foundation,” “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee,” and “Praise My Soul, the King of Heaven.”
Give Me Jesus arr. Linda R. Lamb, 3-5 octaves handbells with optional handchimes
Linda’s sensitive portrayal of the text of this beloved spiritual creates a compelling musical experience. Her writing is accessible yet moving in this arrangement which is useful throughout the church year.
Holy Manna arr. Patricia Hurlbutt, 2-3 octaves
Every ensemble, no matter its size, occasionally needs a well-crafted 2-3 octave piece. Patricia Hurlbutt’s “Holy Manna” is imaginative yet easy to put together, with imitative writing and full harmonies. This popular tune, used with many texts, is suitable for occasions year-round.
Offering of Praise arr. Karen Lakey Buckwalter, 3-5 octaves handbells with optional handchimes
Karen Buckwalter’s beautiful pairing of the OLD 100th with the traditional tune JESUS IN THE MORNING is a true joy to experience. Lush harmonies abound throughout, highlighting the delicate scoring of the melody. An outstanding choice to push your ensemble’s musicality to the next level!
Small But Mighty Volume 3 arr. Joel Raney, 12 bells
Intended for the small ensemble, this collection includes eight arrangements that have been written for the treble clef, F5-C7 or D5 to A6. They can be used for three to six ringers or small ensemble. This collection includes many titles that are useful for your worship planning needs. Titles include: “Come Christians, Join To Sing,” “Be Thou My Vision,” “Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah,” “I Want Jesus To Walk With Me,” “I Need Thee Every Hour,” “Breathe On Me, Breath Of God,” “Fairest Lord Jesus” and “The Solid Rock.”
Take My Life arr. Sondra K. Tucker, 3-5 octaves handbells with optional handchimes
This upbeat, delightful setting combines an original melody with the familiar hymn Hendon. At times energetic, at times tender, the optional handchimes give depth to the two tunes. Perfect for worship or festival use. NO SHARED BELLS.
We Are God’s People arr. Michael Burkhardt, 3-5 octaves handbells, handchimes, and optional trumpet
Comprising five continuous variations based on a theme from Brahms’ First Symphony, this festive, stately arrangement will be useful for worship or concert. An optional B-flat trumpet descant adds to the regal nature of the arrangement.
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About the Author:
Jennifer F. is a graduate of Otterbein College with a degree in Vocal Performance. She has worked at Stanton’s for over 20 years specializing in Sacred Choral, Classical Vocal and Handbell music. Jennifer is Director of Handbells at Worthington Presbyterian Church, and sings in the First Church Choir and rings with the First Church Ringers at First Congregational Church in Columbus Ohio. When not singing or ringing, Jennifer can be found doing conformation and other competitive sports with her three standard long haired dachshunds, Fanny, Frenchie, and Lukas.