Handbell,Instrumental Solo - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1162901

By RiverBells Sacramento. By Paul W. Allen. 20th Century,Classical,Contemporary,Historic,Instructional. Individual part. 24 pages. Allen/Myer Musicals #763258. Published by Allen/Myer Musicals (A0.1162901).

This original work for 3-6 octaves of handbells recalls the days of touring up and down the Sacramento on a riverboat.  It was commissioned by the Sacramento Area Handbell Director's Association and premiered by the 2003 Spring Ring in Sacramento.  It's in two parts:  the outer parts are a work song with a driving beat, and the inner part is a RiverBoat Captain's song that's very lyrical and somber.  It is dramatic and theatrical, with a thrilling ending.  The piece comes with a separately published English handbell part, percussion ensemble (optional), and full score.  It accessible by any handbell choir.  The price provides for one (10 copy of the full score.

Handbell,Instrumental Solo - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1162888

By RiverBells Sacramento. By Paul W. Allen. Contemporary,Historic. Individual part. 19 pages. Allen/Myer Musicals #763244. Published by Allen/Myer Musicals (A0.1162888).

This original work for 3-6 octaves of handbells recalls the days of touring up and down the Sacramento on a riverboat.  It was commissioned by the Sacramento Area Handbell Director's Association and premiered by the 2003 Spring Ring in Sacramento.  It's in two parts:  the outer parts are a work song with a driving beat, and the inner part is a RiverBoat Captain's song that's very lyrical and somber.  It is dramatic and theatrical, with a thrilling ending.  The piece comes with a separately published English handbell part, percussion ensemble (optional), and full score.  It accessible by any handbell choir.  The price allows for up to ten (10) copies.

Handbell,Instrumental Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1162903

By RiverBells Sacramento. By Paul W. Allen. Chamber,Classical,Folk,Historic,Instructional. Individual part. 7 pages. Allen/Myer Musicals #763260. Published by Allen/Myer Musicals (A0.1162903).

This original work for 3-6 octaves of handbells recalls the days of touring up and down the Sacramento on a riverboat.  It was commissioned by the Sacramento Area Handbell Director's Association and premiered by the 2003 Spring Ring in Sacramento.  It's in two parts:  the outer parts are a work song with a driving beat, and the inner part is a RiverBoat Captain's song that's very lyrical and somber.  It is dramatic and theatrical, with a thrilling ending.  The piece comes with a separately published English handbell part, percussion ensemble (optional), and full score.  It accessible by any handbell choir.  The price for the percussion part allows for up to four (4) copies.

Handbell,Instrumental Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1093361

By RiverBells Sacramento. By Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Paul W. Allen. Classical,Folk,Instructional. Individual part. 6 pages. Allen/Myer Musicals #697437. Published by Allen/Myer Musicals (A0.1093361).

This delightful and springy tune for three octaves relies on lightness and dexterity. Even though the notes should be legato, they should not be LV -- watch the damping and this piece will delight the audience. The piece should be in two, and as quickly as manageable by the forces at hand. The dynamics provide additional interest, and the performers should indicate that they are really, really enjoying the piece. The price listed below allows you 10 copies.

Handbell,Instrumental Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1185256

By RiverBells Sacramento. By Ross Parker and Hughie Charles. Arranged by Paul W. Allen. Blues,Historic,Instructional,Patriotic,Standards. Individual part. 5 pages. Allen/Myer Musicals #784942. Published by Allen/Myer Musicals (A0.1185256).

This 1939 song, popularized by Vera Lynn and surviving as one of the most famous tunes of the Second World War era, resonated with soldiers going off to fight as well as their families and sweethearts.  It's application has been lovingly broadened as a general-purpose good-bye song.  This arrangement for 3-6 octaves of handbells and chimes can be performed alone or with voice.  The price allows for one copy only of the vocal part.

Handbell,Instrumental Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1185269

By RiverBells Sacramento. By Manning Sherwin. Arranged by Paul W. Allen. Blues,Historic,Standards. Individual part. 16 pages. Allen/Myer Musicals #784957. Published by Allen/Myer Musicals (A0.1185269).

This sultry ballad looks complicated on the page, but at the tempo indicated can be directed successfully with most 3- to 6-octave choirs; simply use the instruments you have at hand and ignore the rest.  At most times, the chimes double the voice but in other moments they compliment the singer.  The history of the song and its lyrics are discussed at the conclusion.  You may purchase one copy of the full score for the price listed.