Area 3 Handbell Musicians of America

Wilmington Handbell Ensemble Presents Carols Around the World
2023-12-02 16:30 (America/New_York) | Kent County Public Library, 497 S. Red Haven Lane, Dover, DE, 19901, United States
Dec, 2, 4:30PM
Kent County Public Library, Dover, DE

Virginia Handbell Consort presents A Magic Night
2023-12-02 16:00 | First United Church of Christ, 1017 Todd's Lane, Hampton, VA, 23666, United States
Benefit for Habitat for Humanity

Queen City Ringers present Christmas Bells Are Ringing
2023-12-02 16:00 | Cooks Memorial Presbyterian, 3413 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States

Westminster Ringers - Come On, Ring Those Bells
2023-12-02 15:00 | Grace UMC Gaithersburg, 119 N. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD, United States

Sounds of the Season Around the Globe
2023-12-02 13:00 | Newark Free Library, 750 Library Avenue, Newark, DE, United States
First State Ringers Saturday, December 2, 1:00 PM Newark Free Library, 750 Library Ave, Newark, DE Join us for a free concert of Sounds of the Season Around the Globe!

Music to Free and Bronze Unlimited Present a Holly Jolly Bronze Christmas
2023-12-01 20:00 | Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax, VA, 22030
Music To Free & Bronze Unlimited present A Holly Jolly Bronze Christmas. A handbell concert of Christmas music.
Friday, 12/1/2023 @ 8:00 pm
Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center
3740 Blenheim Blvd.
Fairfax, VA 22030
Tickets: $15.00 general admission
Tickets available at the door and on-line at: https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/AHollyJollyBronzeChristmasConcert

Roanoke Christmas Tree Lighting
2023-12-01 17:30 - 18:15 | Downtown Roanoke, Roanoke, VA
The Mill Mountain Ringers will be the guest performers at Roanoke City’s Christmas Tree Lighting on December 1. They will perform at 5:30-6:15 in the Market Square in downtown Roanoke, VA.

Blue Ridge Ringers - Ring We Now of Christmas
2023-12-01 14:00 | Henderson County Library, Hendersonville, NC
Friday, December 1st at 2:00 PM
Henderson County Library, Hendersonville, NC
Registration Required. Contact the library for details.

A Towering Tale of Handbell History
2023-11-28 19:30 | Frdererick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike JBK Theater, Frederick, MD, 21702, United States
A Towering Tale of Handbell History: Tuesday, November 28 • 7:30 PM
Come enjoy a musical journey from handbells’ humble beginnings to the present time. Selections will feature their origins, British heritage, and worldwide evolution into the delightful concert instrument they are today. Share the joy by attending with family and friends. Following the concert, we also invite you to continue the celebration with us during a reception in the Mary Condon Hodgson Art Gallery just outside the theater. Reserve your free tickets today at https://FCC2023HandbellEnsemble.eventbrite.com.
For more information, contact Dr. Michael Gersten, 301-846-2566, mgersten@frederick.edu

Queen City Ringers present Christmas Bells Are Ringing
2023-11-28 19:00 | Sharon Towers, 5100 Sharon Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28210, United States

Hark! How the Bells
2023-11-26 19:00 | St. Matthew’s UMC, 8617 Little River Turnpike, Annandalle, VA, 22003, United States
A handbell Christmas concert featuring the adult and youth handbell groups of St. Matthew’s UMC. A free-will offering will be taken to help support the Youth Handbell Tour. They will be heading to Connecticut to attend National Seminar in July 2024.
More info: https://www.stmatthewsumc.org
St. Matthew’s UMC
8617 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VA 22003

Area 3 Youth Festival
2023-11-10 16:00 - 2023-11-11 17:30 | Epiphany Lutheran Church, 1400 Horsepen Rd, Richmond, VA, 23226, United States
More details available here: Area 3 Youth Festival

Fall Back Into Bells
2023-09-30 09:00 - 15:00 | St. Matthew’s UMC, 8617 Little River Turnpike, Annandalle, VA, 22003, United States
FALL BACK INTO BELLS
BEGINNING RINGERS WORKSHOP
Saturday, September 30, 2023
9:00am-3:00pm
St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church
8617 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VA 22003
Cost: $40 per person (+ $1.71 processing fee), lunch is included
TO REGISTER, VISIT vabronze.org/beginningworkshop
Click Here for Flyer
New to handbells, but not to music? Are you a handbell director with beginning ringers or new to directing handbells? Have you seen handbells but have never been able to try them? This workshop is designed for the beginning ringer or director looking to learn the basics of handbell ringing. Reading music is highly recommended.
Workshop topics will cover:
– The parts of a handbell
– Proper ringing mechanics
– Reading handbell notation
– Marking your music
– Performing different techniques
– Making music together as a team!
You must be over 18 to attend
Registration ends September 24
Questions? Email workshop@vabronze.org
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Blast Off to Bells - Eastern North Carolina
2023-09-09 09:00 - 14:30 | Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 1401 College Road, Wilmington, NC, 28403, United States
Blast Off to Bells
Workshop for RIngers
Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church
1401 College Road
Wilmington NC 28403
9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Register at Eventbrite
Blaine Russell – NC.area3@handbellmusicians.org

Blast Off to Bells - Western North Carolina
2023-09-09 09:00 - 14:30 | Brevard-Davidson River Presbyterian Church, 249 E. Main Street, Brevard, NC, 28712, United States
Blast Off to Bells
Workshop for Ringers
Brevard-Davidson River Presbyterian Church
249 E. Main Street
Brevard NC 28712
9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Register at Eventbrite
Blaine Russell – NC.area3@handbellmusicians.org

Blast Off To Bells - Metro DC
2023-09-09 09:00 - 14:00 | First Baptist Church, 2932 King St,, Alexandria, VA, 22302, United States
Blast Off to Bells
HANDBELL WORKSHOP
Saturday, September 9, 20239
:00 AM – 2:00 PM
First Baptist Church 2932 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302
Download Flyer Here
Director’s Seminar

Meet and Greet
Reading Session
Getting Started
Techniques
Recruitment Ideas
Round Table Discussion

Beginner’s Workshop

Meet and Greet
Getting Started
Reading a Score
Reading Session
Question and Answers

Intermediate Ringers

Meet and Greet
Reading Session
Skills & Techniques
Round Table Discussion

Lunch provided
For more information contact Jerry Hill at jdeanhill@aol.com or text him at 703 475-1575

Blast Off to Bells - Virginia
2023-09-09 08:30 - 15:30 | Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg, VA, United States
Blast Off to Bells – Virginia
Workshop for Ringers and Concert
Williamsburg Presbyterian Church
Richmond Road
Williamsburg VA 23185
8:30 am – 3:30 pm
To register contact Reggie Fox – VA.area3@handbellsmuicians.org

Virginia Bronze's Ringing Under the Influence
2023-07-23 13:00 - 16:00 | VFW #9274, 7118 Shreve Rd., Falls Church, VA, 22043, United States
Virginia Bronze’s Ringing Under the Influence!
Join us for an afternoon of ringing, drinking, socializing and snacking!
Sunday, July 23, 2023
1-4pm
Tickets: $15/person, your first drink is on us!
VFW #9274, 7118 Shreve Road, Falls Church, VA 22043
Cash bar (must be 21 to attend)
Two Smooth Dudes food truck will be on site
To purchase tickets: vabronze.org/RUI

The Raleigh Ringers in Concert
2023-07-16 14:00 | Performing Arts Center, Garrett College, 687 Mosser Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

The Raleigh Ringers in Concert
2023-07-08 16:00 | Fletcher United Methodist Church, 50 Library Rd, Fletcher, NC, United States
The Raleigh Ringers in Concert
7/8/2023
4:00pm
Fletcher United Methodist Church
50 Library Road
Fletcher, NC
https://rr.org/event/fletcher-nc/

Bronze Unlimited 2023-2024 Concert Season Auditions
2023-06-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Ave, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Bronze Unlimited 2023-2024 Concert Season Auditions.
June 19, 2023 7:00-9:00 pm
Fairfax United Methodist Church
10300 Stratford Ave.
Fairfax, VA 22030
Send an email to Info@MusicToFree.org for an Audition Packet

The Raleigh Ringers Spring Concert
2023-06-11 16:00 | Stewart Theater, North Carolina State Universuty, 2610 Cates Ave,, Raleigh, NC, United States

The History of Handbells Concert
2023-06-11 15:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Amber\, Amber, PA, United States
Join Virginia Bronze as they explore the history of handbells and handbell
literature with a concert featuring music spanning the last 50 years. This
program will also feature short talks on the history of handbells by Music
Director, Brian Seemann, and member Alice Real.
June 3, 2023, at Messiah United Methodist Church, Springfield, VA. 7:00 pm concert time
June 4, 2023, at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg, VA. 4:00 pm concert time
June 10, 2023, at Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church, Liberty Corner, NJ. 7:00 pm concert time
June 11, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church of Ambler, Ambler, PA. 3:00 pm concert time
Download pdf of flyer

The History of Handbells Concert
2023-06-10 19:00 | Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church, Liberty Corner, NJ, United States

The History of Handbells Concert
2023-06-04 16:00 | Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg, VA, United States

The History of Handbells Concert
2023-06-03 19:00 | Messiah United Methodist Church, Springfield, VA, United States

Ring the National Anthem
2023-05-15 16:05 | PA
Handbell Musicians of America Area 3 will perform the National Anthem for the Nationals vs. Mets on Monday, May 15, 2023 with a 4:05 p.m. Game Time. Choirs and individuals are welcomed.
National Anthem Information and Forms

Symphony of Bells
2023-05-13 19:30 | St. Andrew’s-Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1416 Market St., Wilmington, NC, United States
The St. Andrews Covenant Presbyterian Church Handbells look forward to sharing the joy of handbell ringing, demonstrating various techniques, musical styles and instrumental ensembles in a delightful evening of music featuring music from Irish melodies to ABBA!

Music To Free - Bronze Unlimited handbell concert of Hope & Remembrance for those affected by cancer
2023-05-13 19:30 | King of Kings Lutheran Church, 4025 Kings Way, Fairfax, VA, 22033, United States
Music To Free – Bronze Unlimited present a handbell concert of Hope & Remembrance for those affected by cancer.
Saturday, May 13, 2023 7:30 pm
King of Kings Lutheran Church
4025 Kings Way
Fairfax, VA 22033
Admission: FREE
Free will donations will be accepted to support Capital Caring Health and Music To Free
www.MusicToFree.org
Flyer

Music To Free - Bronze Unlimited handbell concert of Hope & Remembrance for those affected by cancer
2023-05-12 19:30 | Arlington Church of the Brethren, 300 N. Montague St., Arlington, Virginia, 22203, United States
Music To Free – Bronze Unlimited present a handbell concert of Hope & Remembrance for those affected by cancer.
Friday, May 12, 2023 7:30 pm
Arlington Church of the Brethren
300 N. Montague Street
Arlington, VA 22203
Sponsored by Bethel United Church of Christ
Admission: FREE
Free-will donations will be accepted to benefit Ronald McDonald House – Greater Washington, DC
www.MusicToFree.org
https://area3.handbellmusicians.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/59/2023/04/Spring2023HopeAndRemembranceBethelAndKings.pdf
