Easter Hymn begins simply, with melody and fragments of it leading to the statement of the tune. An interlude generates excitement, culminating in a grand and triumphant presentation of the powerful resurrection hymn.
Voicing: 3, 4 or 5 octaves handbells
Arranger: Patricia Hurlbutt
Tune source: Easter Hymn, from Lyra Davidica, 1708
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