from The Divine Office: A Suite for Handbells
4 oct. Peaceful tolling of the bell summons the people of the surrounding community to prayer. The chanting of the monks invites them to join in. The office of Lauds segues into the Mass. Listen carefully and you can hear the words of the Kyrie echoing between clergy and congregation. The ending depicts the sunrise, while the coda reminds them to pray throughout the day. Traditionally, Lauds takes place at 5:00am. There are numerous obvious and hidden musical occurrences of 5 in this movement. Lvl. 4. Cat. no. 4T2.
The Divine Office: A Suite for Handbells is an original programatic composition, commissioned by Paul Kingsbury for the Ringers of Bryn Mawr, Philadelphia, PA. The suite illustrates both the 8 services in the Breviary and scenes from medieval life. Initially written for Petit & Fritsen bells, cue notes have been added to adapt it to regular handbells. All 6 compatible movements may be performed as separate works.
Handbell choir, 21st Century, alternate bells
Choir copy: $15.00 US
Single copy: $5.00 US
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