Twelve chimes in the two-octave range add interest to this setting of the African American spiritual and Lowell Mason's tune HAMBURG. Echo articulation is scored frequently for effect. The melody appears in both the upper and lower registers in this interesting medley of 56 measures.
Composer:
Mason, L.
Arranger:
Rogers, S. E.
Octaves:
2-3
Copyright:
2003
Level:
1+
Rating:
Easy
Less than a full Handbell Choir:
N/A
Classification:
Spiritual Hymn Tune
Technique:
Sw (Swing) Sk (Shake) Echo LV (Let Vibrate)
Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
Instrument:
Chimes(Choirchimes or Handchimes) Handbells OR Chimes