Technique Exercises – Part 1

In this and the next issue, we offer a number of exercises used in a National Seminar class by Kathleen Wissinger to help develop various ringing techniques. Practice them at different tempos and dynamic levels, including crescendos and decrescendos. Technique...

Jingle Bells

For 8 Bells Jingle Bells – For 8 Bells by Mitchell Eithun Click the download button in the PDF window to download. ©2021 – Mitchell EithunPermission granted to make copies for choir or classroom use.Must be a current member of Handbell Musicians of America...
The Power of What We Do

The Power of What We Do

Reflecting on a Special National Seminar Concert by Hillary Marotta Hillary Marotta has played handbells for over 30 years. She studied both ringing and conducting under Dr. William A. Payn and looks forward to directing a choir of her own. Her most recent book,...

Free for All

I invited folks to contribute to a “free for all” column, to share what is currently on their minds. Not surprisingly, COVID is still on the minds of many as the new fall schedule kicks off. The good news is that musicians are finding ways to rise above the challenges...
Who Can “Grant” Your Wishes?

Who Can “Grant” Your Wishes?

Special grant helps a school discover ringing amid continuing pandemic by Gillian Erlenborn Gillian Erlenborn teaches 6th, 7th, and 8th grade choir and musical theater at Frelinghuysen Middle School in Morristown, New Jersey. This past year, she has been implementing...