You would think that one hand ringing one little bell would be lost in the cacophony of the season. But, perhaps, that is exactly why it breaks through. The sound rings sweet and clear, piercing the chaos like a child's voice, making us look. Making us listen. And, if we really listen, making us act.
Every year, you hear about gold coins tossed in a red kettle somewhere. Or hundred dollar bills mixed in with all the singles. But what does the real good is the collective giving of the rest of us. The quarters, the dollar bills, the handful of changed scooped up from the bottom of your purse or pocket.
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Piece Description
You would think that one hand ringing one little bell would be lost in the cacophony of the season. But, perhaps, that is exactly why it breaks through. The sound rings sweet and clear, piercing the chaos like a child's voice, making us look. Making us listen. And, if we really listen, making us act.
Every year, you hear about gold coins tossed in a red kettle somewhere. Or hundred dollar bills mixed in with all the singles. But what does the real good is the collective giving of the rest of us. The quarters, the dollar bills, the handful of changed scooped up from the bottom of your purse or pocket.
Musical Works
| Title | Artist | Album | Label | Year | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soliloquy for Bells | Arsis Handbell Ensemble | Peeter Vaehi Handbell Symphony. | Bella Musical Edition | 1997 | 00:00 |
