John A. Behnke

GREENSLEEVES, that beautiful and wistful tune here carries the title of the text most associated with it 'What Child Is This?'. A dotted-rhythm motif dominates the introductory material then hands off...

A lively tempo, staccato techniques such as thumb damps, martellatos, and mallets on tabled bells, and jumpy rhythms characterize this arrangement of the Welsh traditional tune. This one is a great wa...

This fun, fresh handbell piece features percussion to add to the charm of the traditional Jamaican folk tune. Set for 3-5 octave handbells, Behnke's arrangement incorporates several dotted rhythms to...

The familiar Caribbean tune 'Halle, Halle, Hallelujah' is cast with an infectious syncopated rhythm in this John Behnke setting for 3-5 octaves. The arrangement begins in the key of F and rises to con...

Based on the South-African tune 'Siyahamba, ' this bright handbell arrangement will get congregations marching in their seats. Uplifting and jubilant, 'We Are Marching...' is sure to be a memorable fa...

This setting of HYMN TO JOY by John A. Behnke features a unique middle section which highlights the famous melody on optional handchimes riding above the dotted rhythm accompaniment played by thumb da...

Score and Parts (tpt 1-2, tbn 1-2, tba, timp) available as a digital download.

Score and Parts (tpt 1-2, tbn 1-2, tba, timp) available as a digital download.

For SATB choir and keyboard accompaniment with optional congregation and 3-octave handbells. The reproducible congregational part is included.

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

Majestic and regal, this concept anthem is highly effective! Combining a beloved hymn with the classic Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring creates a soaring anthem that brings visions of cathedrals and lofty...

A festive concertato on the hymntune LAUDES DOMINI that incorporates a melody by Edvard Grieg.