3-5 octaves  level 3+  Sondra K. Tucker gives us the spirited and inspirational Creation's Dawn: A Prairie Hymn, for three to five octaves of handbells.  What begins as an ethereal prayer with mallets on suspended bells and the singing bell technique quickly moves into a soaring melody underscored by an ostinato countermelody and syncopated bass line.  Plucks, echo rings, martellatos, and martellato lifts help give this whimsical piece its charm.  A perfect opening to a spring concert, or for use during general worship.