Teaching Music with Handchimes by Pamela Stumpf Pamela serves Immanuel Lutheran Church (ILC) and School (ILS) in Hamilton, Ohio, as Director of Music, Organist, and Music Teacher, and directs both the church and school handbell choirs: The ILC handbell choir is a...
Thoughts on Adhering to the Church Calendar by Beth Ann Edwards Beth Ann Edwards serves as Director of Arts, Handbells, and Youth Choirs at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Des Moines, Iowa, where she oversees all arts programming and assists with worship planning, as...
How Some Soloists Face the Challenges of Distractions by Linda Krantz Solo handbell artist Linda Krantz has been wowing audiences with her artistry and skill since 2005. Linda combines the fluidity of a dancer with her virtuosity, creating an emotional, musical...
The election for Handbell Musicians of America’s National Board closed on March 15, 2023. This election had one of the highest voter turnouts in HMA history. Thank you to everyone who participated. Also, we extend a very special thank you to our outgoing board members...
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...
