Bellz Repertoire

Massed Ring

 

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

 

 

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.  Information on ordering the music will be provided directly by email. 

 

2 – 5 octaves bells

2 – 3 octaves optional chimes

Challenge Piece

 

Participants have the option to ring an additional challenge piece.  Rehearsal for this piece will take place during the Saturday class session. 

 

 

Champaca by Elizabeth Peters  Lvl 3+

Champaca is a plant from which an essential oil is extracted that is “used as an anti-depressant and said to soothe and relax the body and strengthen the mind.” This delightful new work from Elizabeth Peters will certainly lift the spirits and leave the mind and body feeling joyful. It dances from beginning to end

 

Published through From the Top: 20640

3 – 6 octaves bells