Bellz Repertoire

Massed Ring

All ringers will participate in learning and performing the massed ring pieces.

Listen to Greg explain how the repertoire will be used.

Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond, arr. By Nick Hanson  Lvl 2+

The arrangement of the classic song is published through SheetMusicPlus.

https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/en/product/sweet-caroline-22340728.html

5 – 6 octaves bells

3 octaves chimes

Recollection by Tim Waugh  Lvl 2+

This original handbell piece was selected in honor of Tim Waugh.  Selected for the 17th International Handbell Symposium 2016 in Vancouver, Canada, Recollection is a soothing, lyrical composition with flexible instrumental options.

Published through Choristers Guild: CGB973

3 – 5 octaves bells or chimes

Jesus is a Rock in a Weary Land arr. by Mark Arnold   Lvl 2

This creative and fun arrangement of the familiar spiritual begins with mallet clicks that set the tone for the piece. The melody appears over a rhythmically malleted bass line with a bit of a blues or jazzy feel.

Published through Alfred Handbell: JMG1249

3 – 5 octaves bells

Retrofuture by Ron Mallory  Lvl 3

This original work is the 2024 Area 12 Composition Contest winner, composed for this event.  Participants will perform the world premiere of this work.  The piece will be released through Paraboloid Press and available through Jeffers.  Catalog Number is PAHB026

2 – 5 octaves bells

2 – 3 octaves optional chimes