This arrangement of the Danish tune DELIG ER DEN HIMMEL BLAA features considerable variety in the sections, including happy and light-hearted, a standard hymn setting, a softer, more contemplative mood with handchimes, and a dramatic transition with random ringing into the final, majestic conclusion. Malleting, thumb damping, shaking, and LV’s are the techniques used and there are no accidentals. Compatible editions for 2-3 and 3-6 octaves of handbells and handchimes are available, making this accessible piece playable in massed festival ringing as well as worship or concert, during Christmas and Epiphany.
Voicing: Published in compatible editions for 2-3 and 3-6 octaves
Composer: 19th century Danish tune
Arranger: Cathy Moklebust
Tune source: DELIG ER DEN HIMMEL BLÅ
Season: Epiphany | Christmas
Level: 2
Published in compatible editions:
CGB1217 2 or 3 octaves handbells with optional 2 or 3 octaves handchimes
CGB1218 3, 4, 5 or 6 octaves handbells with optional 3, 4, 5 or 6 octaves handchimes
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