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Festival Conference 2023!

Worcester State University
June 23-25, 2023

[Area 1’s event was] the best festival I’ve been a part of…it really had a National Seminar feel, but was much more personal and so professionally done! Thanks for making me feel at home and for taking such good care of me while I was there! I’m now an Area 1 fan!!
— Brian Childers, F/C2022 Massed & Tins Clinician

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Handbell musicians present free concert on June 25

Jun 20, 2023 |

Worcester, MA – Whether you are a fan of handbell music or someone who has never seen a handbell concert, there will be an opportunity to experience this musical art form in all its glory, on Sunday, June 25, at Worcester State University. Handbell musicians,...

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Jun 10, 2023 |

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Jun 2, 2023 |

Every two years, elections are held in Area 1 to elect people to the following positions: Chairperson, Treasurer, and Secretary. In 2023, the Election Results are as follows: Chair Elect: Greg Urban.  Chair-elect serves for 2 years and then moves to Chair for 2 years...