Written for use as a congregational hymn accompaniment or as an arrangement for handbells alone, this setting of the tune EASTER HYMN is very flexible. The piece includes a fanfare introduction, 4 stanzas with varying harmonization, an interlude between stanzas 3 and 4, and a short, optional ending.
Voicing: 3, 4, or 5 octaves handbells with opt.orgna, opt. brass quartet and timpani, opt. SATB choir, and opt. congregation
Composer/Arranger: Cathy Moklebust
Season: Easter
Level: 3
Additional Resources:
CGB250 Jesus Christ Is Risen Today (Handbell Score)
CGA915 Jesus Christ Is Risen Today (Vocal Score)
CGRP4 Jesus Christ Is Risen Today (Reproducible Parts)