Legacy

Written for 5 to 7 octave handbell choir with an optional A1, 5 to 7 octaves of handchimes and optional orchestral chimes.  Level 5.  Part of the Virtuoso Series by The Raleigh Ringers.  A harshly dissonant opening yields to a gentler theme in William Payn’s masterwork, “Legacy”.  Through many contrasting styles and moods, the piece takes the listener on an emotional journey through pain, suffering, and loss before closing on a note of triumphant hope.  Not for the faint of heart, this piece is a worthy challenge for any advanced group looking to push themselves to the limit of their technique and musicality.