Looking for a fun way to help ease the isolation of self-quarantine and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic? Beginning Tuesday, March 24, join us each Tuesday and Thursday for a casual, virtual chat with your handbell friends. Follow the link below for upcoming Handbell Happy Hour times.
The Spring 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
We all know of handbell musicians’ fondness for boomwhackers. Aidan Fozard has strung up a set of them to create a “boomafone” and performed “Under the Sea,” with a little added Cajon. In his description for the video, he writes: As Sebastian says, “Ariel, listen to me. The human world, it’s a mess.” Why not enjoy a Boomafone instead!
Recent News
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…
National Seminar Moving Forward Online and Onsite
Dear Friends, Handbell Musicians of America is pleased to announce we are moving forward with National Seminar 2020 – with both Onsite and Virtual sessions for the safety and convenience of our participants. Given concerns and restrictions surrounding the COVID-19...
E-Notes May 2020
This Month Message from the National Seminar Planning Committee Introducing Our New Business Membership - Coming Oct. 1 Video of the Month Next Member-Chat Members-only Site to Remain Open to All through June 30 Handbell Happy Hours Continue on Tuesdays &...
National Board & Bylaws Election Results
On behalf of the national board of directors, I am pleased to announce the results of our recent National Board and Bylaws election. Greig Ashurst, President-ElectTracey Bowers, At-Large DirectorGillian Erlenborn, At-Large Director These new members will begin their...
COVID-19 Update
A special message from interim executive director Ed Rollins about the evolving COVID-19 situation.
Don’t miss our next
Member-Chat
Helping Handbell Groups Succeed
with Julie Turner
Saturday, August 15
3 p.m. Eastern
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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