Handbell Happy Hours are still happening! Looking for a fun way to help ease the isolation of self-quarantine and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic? Join us each Tuesday and Thursday for a casual, virtual chat with your handbell friends. Follow the link below for times.
The Summer 2020 issue of Overtones is now online.
Visit our Member Extras section of our members only site, where you will find fun activities, articles, tips, and resources. All members are welcome to enjoy these benefits, but they were designed with ringers in mind.
Handbell Industry Council Releases Guidelines for Safely Returning to Ringing
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed our perception of what “normal” might look like. When will things return to “normal?” When will we begin to ring again? What is the new “norm” for schools, churches, concerts, conferences and community groups?
With the virus continuing to strengthen (as of June 12, 20 states are reporting an increase in the number of active cases), these questions are still difficult to answer but it is time to make plans for moving forward to a new norm. Let’s be proactive and begin planning for what a safe return to ringing might look like.
The Handbell Industry Council has developed a series of documents to help you start thinking about a safe return to ringing. In the meantime, continue to abide by the recommendations of the CDC and your local health organization as you make informed decisions about returning to ringing.
Video of the Month
Our selection this month is a favorite of many musicians, “Flight of the Bumblebee,” as performed by Forté Handbell Quartet.
Recent News
E-Notes September 2020
Sessions from National Seminar 2020 Online Added to Virtual Bell Academy; Distinctly Bronze Update; Deadlines Approaching for Seminar 2021 Pre-Registration and Call for Faculty/Performers; More…
National Seminar 2021 Call for Faculty & Performers
National Seminar Call for Faculty & Performers National Seminar 2021 will be Tuesday, July 13 through Saturday, July 17, at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel and Spa, in Phoenix, Arizona. Several performance opportunities are offered throughout the...
E-Notes August 2020
This Month Pre-Registration Open for National Seminar 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona National Seminar 2021 Call for Faculty and Performers National Seminar 2020 Recordings to be Made Available through Virtual Bell Academy 19th International Symposium on Facebook Video of...
Congratulations New Honorary Life Members
During Live from National Seminar, which is part of our National Seminar Online, Handbell Musicians of America welcomed two new members to the Honorary Life Membership roster.Christine Anderson Christine Anderson first discovered handbells in 1972. She rang her first...
In-Person Portion of National Seminar Cancelled Due to Resurgence of COVID-19 Cases
Due to last week’s resurgence of COVID-19 cases throughout Florida, Handbell Musicians of America has cancelled all onsite activities for the annual National Seminar previously scheduled for Orlando. The safety of Seminar participants is – and always has been – the...
E-Notes June 2020
Registration now open for National Seminar Online and in Orlando; Silent Auction Information; New Business Membership; more…
COVID-19 Update
A special message from interim executive director Ed Rollins about the evolving COVID-19 situation.
Upcoming National Events
Handbell Musicians of America offers engaging live events, in-depth webinars, and free live chats with handbell experts and celebrities. Throughout the year, you’ll find both live and virtual events for musicians and handbell enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. National and Area Events Calendar
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