Musical Musings~ Reflections on Sunday’s Music
November 10, 2013
Next, the bells will enhance our hymn of praise titled “Christ Is Made The Sure Foundation.” Here, the bell techniques of the shake and thumb damp are featured.
“Amazing Grace” is a favorite of many Christians and this Sunday this arrangement will not disappoint as it will begin with the Singing Bell Technique. I encourage everyone to carefully listen for the resonant, hollow sound that will fill the room to begin the work. The piece is set in 4 verses. Verse 1 includes the theme in chimes and bells above the singing bell technique. Verse 2 is a setting of the theme in extended block chords. Verse 3 continues the block chords but now also the composer incorporates the echo technique, a light tapping of the bell to the pad. Verse 4 is similar to the first verse but ends with suspended bells being struck. As you watch the bells play, it is helpful to remember that the teamwork that each of the ringers employs is a result of the grace of God. God has redeemed all of us through His death and resurrection and as a result we receive what we do not deserve-eternal life. Playing the handbells is a wonderful way to celebrate our eternity in Christ!
‘til Sunday-Robert Morehead
Other music selections:
Gathering Music:
Variations on America –Arr. Giamanco
Introit: The Lord Is The Only Strength-Babawi/Campbell
Special Music: Lord, Whose Love In Humble Service-Arr. Ingram
Hymn of Response: A Living Sacrifice
Instrumental Offering: Simple GIfts
Hymn of Dedication: My Country, “Tis Of Thee (#561)
Postlude: Variations On The Star Spangled Banner – Dudley Buck
Fughetta-Allegro Assai
Sunday’s musicians:
1 BREATHE! Bells
2 Jeremy Bosse, organist
3 Chancel Bells
4 Embellishments
5 Linda Miller, rainstick
November 10, 2013
- Magnificent Bells
Next, the bells will enhance our hymn of praise titled “Christ Is Made The Sure Foundation.” Here, the bell techniques of the shake and thumb damp are featured.
“Amazing Grace” is a favorite of many Christians and this Sunday this arrangement will not disappoint as it will begin with the Singing Bell Technique. I encourage everyone to carefully listen for the resonant, hollow sound that will fill the room to begin the work. The piece is set in 4 verses. Verse 1 includes the theme in chimes and bells above the singing bell technique. Verse 2 is a setting of the theme in extended block chords. Verse 3 continues the block chords but now also the composer incorporates the echo technique, a light tapping of the bell to the pad. Verse 4 is similar to the first verse but ends with suspended bells being struck. As you watch the bells play, it is helpful to remember that the teamwork that each of the ringers employs is a result of the grace of God. God has redeemed all of us through His death and resurrection and as a result we receive what we do not deserve-eternal life. Playing the handbells is a wonderful way to celebrate our eternity in Christ!
‘til Sunday-Robert Morehead
Other music selections:
Gathering Music:
Variations on America –Arr. Giamanco
Introit: The Lord Is The Only Strength-Babawi/Campbell
Special Music: Lord, Whose Love In Humble Service-Arr. Ingram
Hymn of Response: A Living Sacrifice
Instrumental Offering: Simple GIfts
Hymn of Dedication: My Country, “Tis Of Thee (#561)
Postlude: Variations On The Star Spangled Banner – Dudley Buck
Fughetta-Allegro Assai
Sunday’s musicians:
1 BREATHE! Bells
2 Jeremy Bosse, organist
3 Chancel Bells
4 Embellishments
5 Linda Miller, rainstick