Kathleen Wissinger is a master at writing for and teaching beginning and "step-up" ringers. In this setting of a Plains Indian melody, she includes a page of performance and teaching notes, along with a translation of the hymn. Also included are 4 lines of rhythm practice and suggestions for adding a hand drum. A unique piece, it is set in a minor and is 58 measures with repeats.
Season: All Year
Classification: American Indian titles, Hymn Tune, Church or Concert, Beginning Music - step 2, "Very Easy"
Technique: TD (Thumb Damp), Martellato
Voicing: Handbells, No Choral
Instrument: Handbells OR Chimes
Bells Used: Two Octaves: 15 Bells; Three Octaves: 22 Bells