Siyahamba: We Are Marching in the Light of God (for 13-note Color Coded Bells and Boomwhackers) (arr. Sharon Wilson) Sheet Music | Sharon Wilson | Performance Ensemble
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Siyahamba: We Are Marching in the Light of God (for 13-note Color Coded Bells and Boomwhackers) (arr. Sharon Wilson) Digital Sheet Music
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Siyahamba: We Are Marching in the Light of God (for 13-note Color Coded Bells and Boomwhackers) (arr. Sharon Wilson)
by Sharon Wilson
Performance Ensemble - Digital Sheet Music

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NOTE: This song has some tricky rhythms and may take beginners longer to learn and master. Those with a little music experience will probably have an easier time learning this arrangement and have a lot of fun with the unique rhythms. For beginning musicians or for introducing new players to Handbells and Boomwhackers®, I recommend starting with an easy song which uses only quarter notes and rests in the score such as "God Is So Good for 8-note Bells and Boomwhackers®."

This sheet music is notated for 13-note (one octave, C to C chromatic scale) instruments with Handbells on one staff and Boomwhackers® on a second staff creating an instrumental ensemble (requires one set of each instrument). Handbells play the melody while the Boomwhackers® keep a steady beat with three-note chords.

Included in this set of scores is a combined score with both instrument parts on a grand staff plus a separate score for each instrument. A note and chord reference chart is also provided. To aid in the learning and teaching of this song or for use with other instruments (such as a Ukulele), chord names are included on the Boomwhackers® staff and score. Lyrics are provided on the grand staff for sing along enjoyment or when using this arrangement as the accompaniment for a unison choir.

In addition, a complete set of scores for 4 ringers and 4 whackers is provided. Though there are multiple combinations for the number of ringers and whackers needed for any given performance, this extra set of scores is specifically designed for 8 performers with 2 or 3 notes assigned to each player. For each ringer and whacker, the 1-staff score shows only the notes they are assigned. This alternate score format may be easier to sight-read since the only notes on the staff are the assigned notes allowing the player to focus on rhythm.


This set of scores uses colored noteheads corresponding to the Boomwhackers® color scheme. Only filled noteheads (quarter and eighth notes) are used so the notes are full color and easier to see (this does not indicate the bells need to be silenced immediately before the next beat). Also, only quarter and eighth rests are used to help visualize the number of beats per measure. All sharps and flats are displayed as well (shown in the key of C); a helpful reminder for beginning musicians.

Notes used for each instrument are as follows:
Bells ~ C, D, D#, E, F, G, A, B-flat, and C* where C* is high C, one octave above middle C
Boomwhackers® ~ C, D, D#, E, F, G, A, and B-flat
Note assignment suggestions are provided.

Permission is granted to make as many copies as needed for one family, church, school, or other performing group. Please purchase additional copies for multiple groups or organizations.

Boomwhackers® is a registered trademark of Rhythm Band Instruments LLC. Used by permission.

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