Description

This handbell arrangement of the grand march will be a stunning addition to the repertoire of advanced handbell ensembles. It affords opportunities for all ranges of the ringing table to have a turn under the spotlight. The optional auxiliary bells and percussion provide added drama and color. The “grand finale” brings forth all of the available tone colors of bells, chimes, auxiliary bells and percussion for a glorious energetic and uplifting ending! Instrumentation: 5, 6 or 7 octaves Handbells and and 2, 3, 4, 5 or 5.5 octaves Handchimes, with opt. 2 or 3 octaves Auxiliary Bells and opt. Snare Drum, Triangle, Cymbals, Bass Drum and Timpani.