National Board Chats
Beginning in 2019, we are offering quarterly webinars giving members the opportunity to connect directly with national board members.
Click on the dates below to register for a webinar. Ask questions, discuss goals, and offer your ideas and suggestions related to the direction and future of Handbell Musicians of America.
Saturday, January 12
Watch Archived Video
(Members only)
Saturday, March 23
Watch Archived Video
(Members Only)
Saturday, July 20
Watch Archived Video
(Members Only)
Saturday, October 26
11:00 AM Eastern
Live from National Board Meeting
Send your question or comment in advance to board@handbellmusicians.org and it will be addressed during the next chat. All sessions will be recorded and available to members through our online Member Center
The Spring 2019 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.
Video of the Month
The Dorothy Shaw Bell Choir performing “Rush Hour” (an original composition by Jack Noble White) March 17, 2018 at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee. This original composition is meant to bring to mind the chaos driving in rush hour traffic. The Dorothy Shaw Bell Choir executive director, R. Kent Schmedel, built a box with four different fully functioning car horns that are powered by a rechargeable battery for this unique song.
Recent News
E-Notes September 2019
This Month National Seminar 2020 Pre-Registration Deadline Approaching National Seminar Call for Performers and Faculty Deadline Coming Soon International Symposium Event Updates Save the Date: Giving Tuesday 2019 Next National Board Chat Video of the Month SUBSCRIBE...
read moreNational Seminar Call for Faculty and Performers
National Seminar 2020 will be Thursday, July 16 through Monday, July 20, at the Omni Championsgate near Orlando, Florida. Several performance opportunities are offered throughout the event. We are also seeking submissions for classes and faculty to present...
read moreNational Seminar 2020 Pre-Registration Now Open
Pre-register for National Seminar 2020 by October 1 and freeze the registration fee at $350. Join us at the Omni Orlando Resport at ChampionsGate near Orlando, Florida for National Seminar 2020. Event dates are Thursday, July 16 through Monday, July 20....
read moreE-Notes August 2019
This Month National Seminar 2020 Pre-Registration Open National Seminar Call for Performers and Faculty Reminder to Choose Your Renewal Date HMA to Commission New Work for International Symposium New Member Health Insurance Benefit Seeking Music Advisor Next...
read moreNominations Being Accepted for Honorary Life Membership
By Jill Fedon President-Elect, National Board The Guild’s first Honorary Life Membership Award was given to Frederick Sharpe in 1963 at the eighth National Convention in Detroit, Michigan. Mr. Sharpe was the honored guest at the convention and was...
read moreE-Notes – June 2019
Distinctly Bronze East and Reaching for Bronze 2020 registration open; National Seminar Silent Auction; Next National Board Chat live from National Seminar; more…
read moreUpcoming 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
GO HERE to learn more about all our National Events.
Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 2020
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
New Bern, North Carolina
Stephanie Rhoades, Conductor
Feb 28-Mar 1, 2020
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
New Bern, North Carolina
Monica McGowan, Conductor
