13 optional handchimes, ranging from C5 to A6, are scored on a mid-register melody in the latter half of this arrangement of the well-known carol. The open and spacious musical fabric is easy to read, making this a good choice for Christmas worship services.
Composer:
Traditional
Arranger:
McChesney, Kevin & Roth, Karen
Octaves:
3-5
Copyright:
2006
Level:
2
Rating:
Easy Medium
Less than a full Handbell Choir:
N/A
Classification:
N/A
Technique:
LV (Let Vibrate)
Voicing:
Handbells, No Choral
Instrument:
Chimes(Choirchimes or Handchimes)
Season:
Christmas
Bells Used:
Three Octaves (27) Four Octaves(31) Five Octaves(41)