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Deadline for articles and events to be included in the June issue of the Campanologist is
May 22. Information can be sent to Phyllis Tincher,
or
3301 Seminole Dr
Nampa, ID 83686.
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The Northwest Campanologist
What fun is was to be able to attend the Big Sky Handbell Conference in Hamilton, Montana last weekend. There wasn't a moment to rest as Jason Wells took the music from mere printed notes to musical memories. That is one of the reasons this newsletter is a few days late. I was also on tour and didn't arrive home until May 1. There are still a couple of events coming up this spring. Perhaps you can attend the final concert.
Please forward this newsletter to your choir members and to anyone else who would be interested in all the concerts and events. Encourage them to subscribe to the newsletter. Click "Join our mailing list" at the bottom of the left column or click the newsletter link on our website,
area10.handbellmusicians.org
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Phyllis Tincher, Communications Chair
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Notes from the Chair ...
For many of us, May means winding down our handbell year. My church program suspends for the summer, and to be honest, by now most of us are ready for the break. Spring seems to be a busy time with concerts and/or festivals, so the thought of time off is welcome.
However, for those of us in the sacred world, should we leave our congregations without bells all summer? For those with community groups, would some summer activity help our continuity?
Ringing over the summer presents multiple challenges. I know in my situation, everyone including me seems to split to the four winds in the summer. Whether for time at the lake, vacations with family, summer sports camps, etc, etc; everyone has things that take them away during the summer, especially on weekends. It is difficult to get people together to ring on a Sunday, much less find time to prepare.
This summer I hope to make an effort. It requires some thinking outside the box, but I believe it will be worth it. First of all, as a director, I don't get to ring very often, so it will give me a chance to actually put my hands on the bells. Maybe I'll work up a solo - don't need to coordinate schedules for that. I'm lucky to have another ringer in my house - my daughter and I could work up a duet. Hmmm, maybe bells and bell tree. She plays violin - maybe bells and violin. We did that at Christmas, why not for summer?
There are always 12 bell arrangements or quartets. If you can grab a few people instead of your whole group, this is a great way to go. It is good to have ringers try new positions, or cover more than two bells for a change! There is getting to be more and more music available for smaller groups. It must mean more of us are in the same boat.
So I encourage you to not give up bells totally for the summer. Play for a least one worship service. Play for that concert in the park series. Maybe just get folks together for ice cream and read some new titles. Give yourself a break and rest, for sure, but see the opportunities as well.
Come on summer!!
Diane Hould
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Siskiyou Summit Handbell Conference
Plays Well with Others II
Friday & Saturday,
May 4 & 5
Ashl
and Middle School, Ashland, Oregon
Guest Conductor:
Barb Walsh
Bronze Conference
Choir Conductor:
Ellie Hodder
This event is sponsored by Handbell Musicians of America.
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Greater Puget Sound Handbell Festival
Friday & Saturday,
May 18 & 19
Everett, Washington
Clinicians:
Brian Tervo and Colin Walker
- Jeffers Handbell Supply will be on site with music for sale. This is Jeffers' first time out to this area in several years. You do not need to be registered for the festival in order to shop - please come by and help make their trip to the Puget Sound area worthwhile!
- The closing concert will begin at 7:30 pm. $10 suggested donation at the door.
This event is sponsored by Handbell Musicians of America.
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18th International Handbell Symposium -
Rogue Ringers International 2018!
We have a few spots for AD HOC ringers in our choir. The event will be held in Cairns, Australia August 6-11.
This is a great opportunity to explore a world heritage site (the Great Barrier Reef) and ring with a host of international ringers making new friends along the way. The exchange rate is favorable--$0.80 US = $1.00 AUD. Contact Diane Barnes at
dkbarnes@jeffnet.org
for more information or to join the choir.
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Area 10 Facebook Page
Did you know Area 10 has a Facebook page? Please search for "Handbell Musicians of America - Area 10" and like the page. If you want an event added, please send the information to Phyllis Tincher at campanologist.area10@handbellmusicians.org. A picture for the event can also be added.
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National Office contact information
The national office is a virtual operation!
To contact by phone: 937-438-0085. Please note the 1-800 number is no longer in service.
All check payments for membership renewal and other services should be sent to:
HANDBELL MUSICIANS OF AMERICA
PO BOX 221047
LOUISVILLE, KY 40252
All other correspondence should be sent to:
Handbell Musicians of America
201 E. 5th Street, Suite 1900-1025,
Cincinnati, OH 45202
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Alaska Events
Your event or concert could be listed here!
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Idaho Events
Sunday, May 13 - 6:00 pm, "Bells in Springtime" Youth Handbell Program, Greenleaf Friends Church, Highway 19 & Academy Rd, Greenleaf. No charge.
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Montana Events
Your event or concert could be listed here!
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Oregon Events
Bells of the Cascades (based in Portland) and Bells of the Sound (based in Seattle) will be performing "
Dances and Duels!," in a
first-ever collaboration between these two groups.
These
two premiere handbell ensembles
will be playing familiar tunes including a medley from Carmen, pop hits by Abba and Simon & Garfunkel, and many other amazing compositions. This concert will feature the two ensembles in a bit of friendly competition as they "duel" as well as in unison as they "dance."
Saturday, May 5
- 7:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 4300 Main Street, Vancouver,WA.
Sunday, May 6 - 75:00 p.m. at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 10445 SW Canterbury Lane, Tigard, OR
Friday & Saturday, May 4 - 5
- Siskiyou Summit Handbell Conference, Ashland. See article above for details.
Repertoire
Monday - Saturday, August 6-11 - Come ring in Christian fellowship on the beautiful Oregon Coast at Camp Magruder. We welcome ringers of all ability levels, offering technical workshops that will prepare for a final performance. There will also be plenty of time to relax and recharge while walking the green forests or the beautiful beach. Registration covers accommodations, meals from our wonderful chefs, clinician-led bell programs, and a music packet. There will be many reasons to make a joyful noise all week long. Clinician is Linda Woods from Lake Oswego, Oregon.
https://magruder.gocamping.org/campsession/3606946 for information and registration.
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Washington Events
Bells of the Cascades (based in Portland) and Bells of the Sound (based in Seattle) will be performing "
Dances and Duels!," in a
first-ever collaboration between these two groups.
These
two premiere handbell ensembles
will be playing familiar tunes including a medley from Carmen, pop hits by Abba and Simon & Garfunkel, and many other amazing compositions. This concert will feature the two ensembles in a bit of friendly competition as they "duel" as well as in unison as they "dance."
Saturday, May 5
- 7:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 4300 Main Street, Vancouver,WA.
Sunday, May 6 - 75:00 p.m. at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 10445 SW Canterbury Lane, Tigard, OR
Sunday, May 6 - 4:00 pm. Emerald City Ringers presents FIREWORKS, a handbell concert for the whole family! Join us as we present a concert of music around a theme of fire, including selections from Handel's Music for the Royal Fireworks (arr. Hessemer), Deep Purple's Smoke On The Water (arr. Tervo), Michael Mazzatenta's In Memoriam, and more. Admission is by suggested donation at the door. Cross of Christ Lutheran Church; 411 156
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Ave NE; Bellevue.
Saturday, May 19 - 7:30 pm, Greater Puget Sound Handbell Festival Concert, Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 215 Mukilteo Blvd, Everett.
The Rainier Ringers present "Dancing through the Decades", a handbell concert featuring popular songs from the 50's up through now. With a focus on favorite dance tunes, you'll be tapping your toes to "Rock Around the Clock", dancing in the aisle as we perform a new arrangement of "What a Feeling" from the movie "Flashdance", and singing along with "Eleanor Rigby". Join us for an uplifting concert that is sure to include a favorite from your past or a song that your children or grandchildren will enjoy. $10 adults, $8 students/seniors, or $25 per family.
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Canada Events
Saturday & Sunday, May 19-20 - BCGEHR Spring Ring, Kelowna, BC. "Silver Bells" BCGEHR's biennial provincial festival marks the Guild's 25th anniversary. Special guest conductor Debbie Rice. Register here:
http://www.bcgehr.com/spring_ring/
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Please remember to send information for the June issue to me by May 22.
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