Finding Your Place to Contribute

by Greig Ashurst In the world of music, the art of handbell/handchime ringing holds a unique place. A friend once said, “we are a niche.” And if you are a solo ringer, a small ensemble musician, or play bell trees, you are a niche within a niche. Greig AshurstNational...

We Are Magic

by Jill Fedon Have you ever had one of those days where you just want to go home and crawl under the covers, and then you remember you have a rehearsal? And you go, because you are a handbell musician, and you know the importance of showing up. And as it turns out,...

News from the National Board

by Jill Fedon In the beginning of March, the board met in New Jersey for its annual spring board retreat. Besides summer events, we usually try to meet in person twice a year.  Jill FedonNational Board President This board retreat was a particularly unique one as it...

Resolutions

by Jill Fedon I have been thinking a lot about resolutions lately. I previously shared I don’t believe in the desire to make a change being tied to a calendar. Jill FedonNational Board President By the time you are reading this, some of you have successfully...

A Time to Be Grateful

by Jill Fedon Fall is one of my favorite seasons. I enjoy being able to experience the four seasons the way I do living in New Jersey, but fall is particularly special: the gorgeous changing leaves, apples and apple cider, the cool, crisp mornings, and my birthday....