Joel Raney

Joel Raney has expanded the horizons of the handbell repertoire with his fresh settings for bells, with optional choirchimes and synthesizer. His setting of this familiar French carol takes on an enti...

Delicate with a nice balance of energy is a great way to describe this beautiful 3-5 octave hymn setting. Arnold Sherman maintains all of the characteristics found within Joel Raney's original arrange...

Reflective of the events of Holy Week, this quiet meditation on the traditional spiritual was initially arranged for solo piano by Joel Raney (included in 'Meditations for Quiet Worship') and adapted...

From Joel Raney, here is a dynamite arrangement of this popular Epiphany hymn for bells and optional handchimes, synthesizer and orchestral percussion. The depiction of the three kings journeying to B...

From Joel Raney, here is a dynamite arrangement of this popular Epiphany hymn for bells and optional handchimes, synthesizer and orchestral percussion. The depiction of the three kings journeying to B...

Arnold Sherman arranges the gently flowing Celtic melody SLANE for handbells and 2 optional C instruments, plus cello. This gorgeous depiction is based on a Joel Raney original piano setting of this b...

This elegant Joel Raney/Arnold Sherman arrangement combines the familiar hymn tunes BEECHER and HYFRYDOL in a stunning ballad for 3-5 octaves. With very few bell changes, this setting allows for an ac...

Joel Raney captures the essence of Adolphe Adam's beloved Christmas classic in this awe-inspiring, pastoral arrangement for 3-5 octave handbells with optional 3-5 octave choir chimes. With hints of 'S...

Joel Raney captures the essence of Adolphe Adam's beloved Christmas classic in this awe-inspiring, pastoral arrangement for 3-5 octave handbells with optional 3-5 octave choir chimes. With hints of 'S...

Fanny Crosby's hymn text, 'Near the Cross, ' is a meaningful, devotional prayer that is especially useful for the Lenten season or communion service. Joel Raney captured its spiritual essence in a pia...

Fanny Crosby's hymn text, 'Near the Cross, ' is a meaningful, devotional prayer that is especially useful for the Lenten season or communion service. Joel Raney captured its spiritual essence in a pia...

This lively arrangement of a familiar tune is uplifting and celebratory, with modulations and fresh rhythmic vitality. Set for either 3-5 octave handbells or 5-7 octaves, both with optional handchimes...

This lively arrangement of a familiar tune is uplifting and celebratory, with modulations and fresh rhythmic vitality. Set for either 3-5 octave handbells or 5-7 octaves, both with optional handchimes...

Angels play a remarkable role in the Christmas story, and Joel Raney's new setting of this carol about the Angel Gabriel is filled with intensity, joy, theatrical splendor and wonder -- capturing the...

Angels play a remarkable role in the Christmas story, and Joel Raney's new setting of this carol about the Angel Gabriel is filled with intensity, joy, theatrical splendor and wonder -- capturing the...

This compelling new worship song conveys the pardon and forgiveness that is found before the throne of God. Joel Raney has beautifully arranged this for SAB choirs as part of our 'Ring and Sing' serie...

Considered to be one of the greatest texts and tunes from the 20th century, this classic hymn gives rise to the greatness that it invokes in worshiping God, our Creator. Joel Raney has set it for 3-5...

This inspirational song was based on a traditional Irish tune and first appeared as an instrumental piece on the Secret Garden album 'Once in a Red Moon. ' The lyrics were later added and in 2003 Davi...

This prayerful hymn is set in a compelling, reflective ballad for 3 to 5 octave handbells by Arnold Sherman. The transcription comes from the solo piano collection, Gospel Greats, by Joel Raney. Using...

An essential component of every Christmas service or concert is the inclusion of 'Silent Night, ' and this is sure to become a choral favorite with its authentic Celtic rhythms and unique harmonies. T...

This inspirational song was made famous by singers Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli and in 1999 won David Foster the Golden Globe award for best song of the year. Set for 3-5 octave handbells and option...

Combining handbells with optional handchimes, piano, strings and flute, Joel Raney has created the musical equivalent of viewing a nativity scene with childlike wonder. The soothing lullaby moves from...

Combining handbells with optional handchimes, piano, strings and flute, Joel Raney has created the musical equivalent of viewing a nativity scene with childlike wonder. The soothing lullaby moves from...

Set in a gentle jazz waltz, Joel Raney 'swings the eighth notes' in a delightful setting on this great hymn of Thanksgiving for 3-5 octave handbells and handchimes. A moving bass line is created by us...

This 19th-century hymn centers on the theme of prayer and is beautifully arranged here for 3-5 octave handbells by Joel Raney. Interest comes from a few altered harmonies and gentle rhythms, transport...