CGB1247 Festivity on Cwm Rhondda - 3-6 octaves
Description
Festivity on Cwm Rhondda
Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah
God of Grace and God of Glory
Festivity on CWM RHONDDA is a jubilant level 3+ handbell setting for 3-6 octaves. It is based on the Welsh hymn tune CWM RHONDDA, which is commonly associated with the texts, “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah,” and “God of Grace and God of Glory.” After a fanfare-type opening, the first stanza features an optional unison vocal part. Either text may be sung by ringers alone, congregation/audience alone, or everyone. This joyous setting is suitable for concerts, festivals, and church services.
Voicing: 3, 4, 5 or 6 octaves handbells with optional unison vocal part
Composer: John Hughes, 1873-1932
Arranger: Michael W. Joy
Tune source: CWM RHONDDA
Season: General
Level: 3+
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