American Tribute by Dan R. Edwards. For handbells (3-5 octaves). Concert, Patriotic. Level 3. Sheet music. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.20-1608L). The sacred bond of God and country receives dynamic affirmation in this full-sounding presentation of "America, the Beautiful" and "My Country, 'Tis of Thee." Stopped techniques and shakes are included.

Fantasy on Three American Tunes by Leslie Betteridge. For 4, 5, 6, or 7 octave handbells. Instrumental, Patriotic. Medium. Handbell score. Published by Paraclete Press (PL.9709). Here is a wonderful concert work for handbells that takes three beloved American tunes ("America", "Steal Away", and "The Battle Hymn of the Republic") and develops their expressive possibilities in an engaging way. Mr. Betteridge captures the flavor of each melody in his triptych for bells. "America" is treated richly and majestically, while the simplicity of "Steal Away" is relected in the use of fewer bells. "The Battle Hymn" is given a stirring and rhythmically varied setting, and the piece ends with the full range of bells, giving a rich sonority. This "Fantasy" will find its place in the repertoire of bell choirs everywhere.

By the Rivers of Babylon by Charles Martin Loeffler. For SSAA choir, organ or piano. Cathedral. Choral, American, Lent. Medium. Choral octavo. Published by Paraclete Press (PL.9514). Composed in 1901, Psalm 137, "By the Rivers of Babylon"is Loeffler's only sacred choral composition. Scored for women's voices and instruments, it is offered here in a reduction for organ or piano accompaniment. The editorial suggestions for registration reflect the composer' original instrumental timbres. The instrumental parts may be purchased separately. As the composer's biographer, Ellen Knight, has written, the music is exquisitely lush and sensuous.".

Amazing Grace by Timothy McKendree, Michael Hale, James Jordan. For SSAATTBB choir, with violin and cello. Cathedral. Choral, American, Concert, General, Hymn. Medium Difficult. Choral score. Published by Paraclete Press (PL.0738). A stunning arrangement of this traditional hymn, set for eight-part choir, with violin and cello.

American Songwriter Magazine - July/Aug 2011. American Song Writer. 82 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.77770097). Cover feature on Steve Earle and Justin Townes Earle. Plus Gillian Welch, Bon Iver, Loudon Wainwright, Fleet Foxes, a special harmonica section, and much more.

American Songwriter Magazine - May/June 2011. American Song Writer. 82 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.77770096). The country issue - includes a cover feature story on Taylor Swift. Plus a tribute to Waylon Jennings, The Band Perry, Robbie Robertson, Alison Krauss, Marty Stuart and much more.

Tunes from an American Seaboard arranged by B. Semmann. For handbell choir (3-4 octaves). Published by National Music Publishers (JF.MNMHB229). A chance to do everything! A lively combination of handbell & flute with opportunities for plucking & the use of mallets, each piece is complete in itself or they may be played simultaneously!

Two American Hymns by Various. Arranged by G. Pysh. For handbell choir (2-3 octaves). Level 1+. Published by Jeffers Handbell Supply (JF.MJHS9225). From America's childhood come these two early hymn tunes: "Consolation" and "Foundation". Chimes or handbells will find these two arrangements accessible.

Two American Folk Songs by Various. Arranged by V. Stephenson. For handbell choir (2-3 octaves). Level 2. Published by Jeffers Handbell Supply (JF.MJHS9168). This folio includes "She'll Be Comin' Round the Mountain" and "I've Been Working on the Railroad". Extensive performance notes are given by the arranger. The first selection could be classified as a level one, containing only quarter, half and whole notes.

American Medley by Various. Arranged by Yurick. For handbell choir (4 octaves). Level 4. Published by Jeffers Handbell Supply (JF.MJHS9004). Ideal for a national holiday or any patriotic setting, this fresh arrangement of "The Battle Hymn" and "Dixie" by a newly found handbell composer delights audience and ringer.