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ABOUT HANDBELL MUSICIANS OF AMERICA

Who We Are

Our Mission

Handbell Musicians of America is dedicated to advancing the musical art of handbell and handchime ringing through education, community and communication.

 

Our Vision

Uniting people to create a diverse community in which handbell musicians of every skill level realize their full potential through a musically respected art form.

 

Our Values

  • We listen and respond to the needs of the handbell community.
  • We strive for musical excellence at all skill levels.
  • We include all ages, backgrounds, and interests.
  • We endeavor to be a diverse community.
  • We create partnerships with those who share our goals and values.
  • We act as responsible stewards of resources placed in our care.

 

Administrative Team

Handbell Musicians of America staff is fully remote, and located throughout the country.

Handbell Musicians of America

Kim Braswell

Operations Manager

Grian Childers

Brian Childers

AGEHR Publishing Music Editor

Handbell Musicians of America

Mya Dundzila

Eastern Regional Membership Coordinator

National Board of Directors

The Handbell Musicians of America Board of Directors operates under John Carver’s Policy GovernanceĀ© model and consists of a president, president-elect, and five at-large members. Each member serves the board for a total of six years. Elections occur every three years so that member terms are rotated.