Twelve More Classic Hymns (for 8-note Bells and Boomwhackers with Color Coded Notes)
by Sharon Wilson
Handbell Choir - Digital Sheet Music

This collection contains 12 hymns arranged for 2-part ensembles using only 8-note instruments. Each song in this collection is notated for Handbells on one part and Boomwhackers® on a second part. For each song, there is a combined score with both parts on a grand staff plus a separate 1-staff score for each individual part. A note and chord reference chart is also provided for each song.

This set of scores uses colored noteheads corresponding to the Boomwhackers® color scheme. If you have a set of bells or tubes with a different color scheme, "Chroma-Notes Stick Ons" can be purchased and applied so the instruments match the Boomwhackers® color scheme. This set of scores is also available (separate purchase) in black and white which will print clearer if you do not have access to a color printer.

Several of these arrangements include two verses with a first "easy" verse followed by an "intermediate" second verse. For the songs with two verses, an optional ending is provided for the first verse or it can be skipped to perform the two verses together.

Only filled noteheads (quarter and eighth notes) are used so the notes are full color and easier to see (this does not indicate the bells need to be silenced immediately before the next beat). Also, only quarter rests are used to help visualize the number of beats per measure. Lyrics and chord names are provided as well to aid in the learning and teaching of these songs.

The number of ringers and whackers needed will vary depending on the skill level of the participants. For more advanced players, each person could be assigned two or three notes. For beginners, it is best to assign one note to each person. Note assignment suggestions are included for each song.

Other suggestions and uses:
* have both parts played by bells or both parts played using only Boomwhackers®    
* form a choir using multiple sets of bells and/or Boomwhackers®
* use as part of the music education for children at school, home, or church
* these colorful, inexpensive instruments can be enjoyed by all ages and add a fun, unique element to activities and programs: senior centers, family reunions, church retreats, home school groups, or children's ministries

Each of the 12 hymn arrangements is also available separately with accompanying preview pages and audio samples.

Titles included in this collection:
All Creatures of Our God and King
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Father, Lead Me Day by Day
God Leads Us Along
How Can I Keep from Singing?
I Surrender All
Jesus Shall Reign
Morning Praise
My Faith Looks Up to Thee
Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us
This Is My Father's World
When He Cometh