ARE YOUR RINGERS READY TO RING?

As you stand in front of your ensemble while they are ringing, have you ever noticed facial grimaces, even when the right note has been played? Do members of your ensemble sit down somewhere while you are working with another section at the table? Do you notice that...

You’re invited to an Area 1 Ringer Reunion!

Through the magic of technology, Area 1 presents a joyful return to the music-making that unites us.  Join in remotely via YouTube Live for a handbell family reunion that brings us back to the tables to celebrate the artistry of massed ringing! The Virtual Massed Ring...

Area 1 Election Results

Our Area 1 Elections have now concluded and I am happy to announce to you the new officers that will assume their positions this year: Lisa Arnold – Chair-Elect Cheryl Harger – Treasurer Diane Burke – Secretary Krishna Ersson will transition to...

Guest Post: How I spent my summer vacation

In the fall of 2016, a group of handbell ringers organized by Steve Mazeau did something that perhaps hadn’t been done before–they played a concert at “The Big E.”  What follows is his account of the experience from start to end. How I Spent My...