South Church Handbell Ringers
South Church Handbell Ringers is a performance ensemble of dedicated adult musicians. There are no audtion requirements and new members are always welcomed. However, members are expected to continually develop their musicianship by attending all possible regular rehearsals and scheduled performances. Listening assignments and suggestions for outside practice are also provided.
- Rehearsals:
- Mondays from 6:00 - 7:30 pm, September through June. Rehearsals that fall during holiday periods are often cancelled. Choir rehearsals are open and observers are always welcome.
- Equipment
- South Church Handbell Ringers perform with 5-octaves of Malmark ® bronze handbells and 3-octaves of Malmark Choirchimes®. Most of the bells were purchased as memorial gifts and each bell has a dedication inscription inside the handle.
- Affiliations
- South Church Handbell Ringers are members of the Vermont Handbell Association and the Handbell Musicians of America (formerly AGEHR and participates regularly in state, regional and national ringing events, festivals and concerts.
| Performance Date | Title | Composer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 23, 2011 | Within the Darkest Night | Derek Hakes | AGEHR Publishing |
| November 20, 2011 | Let All Things Now Living | Cathy Moklebust | Choristers Guild |
| December 18, 2011 | The King Shall Come | Cathy Moklebust | Choristers Guild |
| January 29, 2012 | Call to Celebration | David Angerman | Choristers Guild |
| March 25, 2012 | Near the Cross | Arnold Sherman | Hope Publishing |
| April 15, 2012 | How Can I Keep From Singing? | Arnold Sherman | Red River Music |
| May 13, 2012 | Bells of Spring Concert | 4:00 pm | |
| May 27, 2012 | Spirit Song | Cynthia Dobrinski | Hope Publishing |
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