National Seminar’s
National Seminar 2021 in Glendale, Arizona, offers both BUSINESS MEMBERS and INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS opportunities to exhibit in the new Handbell Commons area. The traditional vendor booths for business members will be present accompanied by our Community Plaza with exhibit tables for ensembles, HMA areas, crafters, and more.
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?
The Fall 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
Hakuoh University Handbell Choir performs “The Lion King Medley” with “Circle of Life,” “Can You Fell the Love Tonight?,” “I Just Can’t Wait to be King,” under the direction Hirotaka Arai This is the choir’s 29th anniversary and its 26th Goodwill Tour of Hawaii. Songs composed by Elton John and arr. by Kevin & Yvette McChesney.
Recent News
E-Notes May 2021
National Seminar silent auction; Early-bird registration deadline approaching; Sponsorship opportunities for Seminar; more…
National Seminar 2021 – Introducing Handbell Commons
Plans are underway for National Seminar 2021, scheduled for July 13-17 at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa in Glendale, Arizona. An exciting part of this event is the new Handbell Commons. This area will be the hub of all social activities during the...
Policy Regarding the Use of Tablets to Hold Music
Handbell Musicians of America recognizes that many musicians are using tablet computers instead of traditional music stands to hold music and that some among our membership would like to use this option when participating in ringing and performance activities at...
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HMA in the Time of Pandemic
A special update message from interim executive director Ed Rollins about the evolving COVID-19 situation.
HMA 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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