Friends and Family Handbell Camp 

Family Handbell Camp is back! Join us in June for 2 1/2 fun-filled days of ringing, learning, sunshine, and fun! Ringers and non-ringers of ALL ages are welcome. 

When:  Friday, June 21, 2024 at 8:00 AM EDT – Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 4:00 PM EDT
Where: Camp Wightman, Griswold, CT

Registration and Details

Registration opens Feb 15.  Early bird deadline is March 31.

Click here for event details and online registration

What is family handbell camp like?

Cost:

2024 Rates (early bird rates listed):

  Individual Individual Plus 1 Family (Max of 4) Commuter
Members  $250  $450  $600  $125
Non-Members  $295  $495  $645  $170
After March 31, add $25 to each rate        

 

Early bird rates require a $100 deposit (regardless of individual or family.)

Scholarships Available

Scholarships are available on a variety of levels for members of the Handbell Musicians of America and the ensembles they direct. If you are in need of financial assistance in order to attend this event, please review the scholarship information and application directions on the scholarships page of the Area 1 website.

Schedule

Onsite camp registration will take place Friday morning from 8:00 – 8:45 AM with rehearsals beginning at 9:00 sharp.

Contacts:

Jen Stack

[email protected] 

Repertoire

There will be a few pieces per group (Bronze, Copper, Tins/Never Rung), but the good news is you’re not expected to learn it in advance!  Music will be given to you at camp, and you’ll be given time to mark it all as needed.