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Vol. 7, No. 11                                                                                November 2016

In This Issue
Advertisers
Board of Directors
From the Chair
Area 10 Elections
Snake River Conference
Inland Northwest Conference
Siskiyou Summit Conference
Greater Puget Sound
Area 10 Conference
Youth Festival
Big Sky Conference
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Wanted: Choir Director
Ad-Hoc Choirs
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National Office Contacts
Alaska Events
Idaho Events
Montana Events
Oregon Events
Washington Events
Canada Events
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Virtuoso

CLINICIAN:
Dr. William Payn

Friday, June 9 -
Sunday, June 11, 2017

Raleigh, NC

Virtuoso was created by The Raleigh Ringers to be a unique opportunity for 29 advanced ringers to participate in a professional performance experience, under the baton of renowned conductor
Dr. William Payn.

The three-day event will include all aspects of preparing for and presenting a formal concert, culminating in a featured performance on a concert stage as special guests during The Raleigh Ringers' Spring Concert at Meymandi Concert Hall.

Participants will be determined by an application / audition process. Deadline to apply is Decenber 1, 2016. 
Email [email protected] for an application packet.
More information can be found at

The Raleigh Ringers
8516 Sleepy Creek Dr
Raleigh, NC  27613
919-847-7574

 

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Richfield, MN  55423

Board of Directors

Chair - Diane Hould
   142  3rd St S
   Shelby, MT  59474
   406-434-5317
  
Chair Elect - open
    chairelect.area10@
  
Secretary - open
  
Treasurer - Brian Parrott
   PO Box 80933
   Portland, OR  97280
   503-277-8784
    treasurer.area10@ 
 
Past Chair -Diane Barnes
   479 Drager
   Ashland, OR  97520
   541-324-0404
 
Alaska Chair - Sheri Roach
   403 Henderson Rd S
   Fairbanks, AK  99709
   907-458-7501
    ak.area10@
  
Idaho Chair - Shelly Siemer
   12 N 3167 E
   Idaho Falls, ID  83402
   208-521-1288
    id.area10@
Montana Chair -Tomi Kent
   6120 SkyviewDr
   Missoula, MT  59803
   406-251-4482
   mt.area10@
Oregon Chair - Ann Pomazal
   7848 SE Cypress Ave
   Milwaukie, OR  97267
   503-534-1336 (home)
   503-539-4546 (cell)
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Washington Chair - open
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Event Coordinator - 
   Diane Barnes
   479 Drager
   Ashland, OR  97520
   541-324-0404
 
Education Coordinator - open
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Youth Coordinator - open
  
Membership Chair -
   Betty Harter
   1030 SW Jefferson St  #743
   Portland, OR  97201
   925-265-8496
  
Communications Chair -
   Phyllis Tincher
   3301 Seminole Dr
   Nampa, ID  83686
   208-989-2811
Webmaster - Rod Lloyd
   74430 Laurel Wood Rd
   Rainier, OR 97048
   503-556-2524
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Deadline for articles and events to be included in the December issue of the Campanologist is
November 22. Information can be sent to Phyllis Tincher, 
or
3301 Seminole Dr
Nampa, ID  83686.
Please update your profile/email address following the link at the bottom of the newsletter. This will give you the opportunity to select various regions of our area so we can send you information about events and concerts close to home. You may change this information at any time.
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   I'm sure many choirs have concerts coming up in December. It would be nice to have them included in the December issue of The Northwest Campanologist. Simply send me the basic information - day, date, time, location, admission charge - and I will get it in. Then support other groups in your area by attending their concert!


 

    Does your family need ideas for what to give you for Christmas? How about registration to one of the many events coming up this spring and summer? They are described in the articles below. 


   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. With permission, I can also add names and addresses. 

 Phyllis Tincher, Communications Chair

[email protected] 

Notes from the Chair ...
  
   Elections, elections, elections - they are in front of us everywhere currently, aren't they?  No matter what our political leanings, it seems we can't get away from the barrage of ads, mailers and phone calls this time of year.  And what have I done?  I've put one more on your plate! 

   If you are a voting member of Area 10, you should have received a ballot for officer elections in the past week.  Please don't let it get buried in the shuffle.  Your input into these elections is so very important.  We have a great slate of officers running for your chair elect and secretary.  These people will be serving on the board for 6 years in the case of chair elect, and 4 years in the case of secretary.  We want the membership to have input into those filling these long-term positions - that is why they are elected, not appointed positions.  Please take the time to fill out your ballot and mail it in by November 4.

   In other news, I attended a fabulous event a couple of weeks ago.  Coppers Classic, held in Vancouver, WA, is an event for copper ringers wanting to push themselves and increase their skill level.  Ellie Hodder worked us hard over the three days of rehearsals with challenging repertoire and a drive toward excellence.  I know I was sore when I came home!  We had a wonderful audience to play for Sunday afternoon.  However, something else really special happened over the weekend.   Through free will offerings from the ringers and the audience, a fund was built to offer several scholarships for this event for next year.  The right to pick a piece for next year's repertoire was auctioned off, and that money went into the fund as well.  It was such a blessing to see ringers giving all that they could to ensure that others will have the opportunity to be a part of this great event in the future.

   Imagine you are all getting rolling on Christmas music soon - more on that next month!
Diane Hould
Area 10 Elections

Voting members of Area 10 have been mailed ballots and biographies of the candidates for Chair Elect and Secretary. Please take time to read about each of the candidates and mail your ballot by November 4. Click here to read about the candidates.
 
Snake River Handbell Conference
 
Friday & Saturday,
February 3-4
Central Gym, Nampa, ID

Clinician: Timothy Waugh

$55 by December 1
$65 after December 1


This event is sponsored by Handbell Musicians of America.
Inland Northwest Handbell Workshop
 
Brian Tervo
Friday & Saturday,
March 24 - 25
United Methodist Church
Lewiston, Idaho

Clinician: Brian Tervo
$50


This event is sponsored by Handbell Musicians of America.
 
Siskiyou Summit Handbell Conference

Friday & Saturday, 
May 5-6, 2017
Ashland, Oregon

Clinician: Ellie Hodder

   Our Guest conductor this year is Ellie Hodder. She has directed the Bronze Conference Choir for the past six years and we are thrilled Ellie will be sharing her musical talents with the whole conference.  

     Stepping into the position of Bronze Conference Choir Conductor is Barb Walsh, artistic director and conductor of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble of Reno, Nevada.  The theme for 2017 is "Ringing Out Loud" reflected in a fun and energized list of repertoire.  As always the Bronze Conference Choir is by application, with rehearsals beginning on Friday afternoon at 4pm.

     Registration for the event will be $70/person if registered by March 1st, after March 1st registration will be $75/person.  Registration materials will be available beginning January 1st; space is limited. Orphans welcome.  If you wish to receive your registration materials electronically please contact Diane Barnes at [email protected] with your e-mail contact information.


This event is sponsored by Handbell Musicians of America.
 
Greater Puget Sound Handbell Conference
 
Ron Mallory
Saturday,  May 20
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA

Clinician: Ron Mallory


Additional information and registration will be coming soon.
 
This event is sponsored by Handbell Musicians of America.
Area 10 Handbell Conference

Friday - Sunday,  July 7 - 9
Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon

   Area 10 talent will be featured at the July 7-9, 2017 Area Conference.
  • Brian Tervo will be the conductor for the Willamette and Columbia ringing divisions (Tins and Coppers).
  • Jason Wells (formerly Area 10, now of Area 3) will be conducting the Massed Ringing and the Bronze Conference Choir.
  • Handbells Unlimited; Beth Davidson and David Jordan (of Portland), will be leading a 4 hour Handbell Ensemble track.
  • One of the Massed Ringing pieces is composed by Matthew Compton, the new Artistic Director/Conductor of the Bells of the Cascades.
  • Various class instructors from throughout Area 10.
   All the fun kicks off on Friday July 7th at 1:00 pm. Throughout the weekend there will be ringing division rehearsals, massed ringing for everyone, a variety of classes, and a Bronze Conference Choir. The registration fee for the Conference, Friday July 7 - Sunday July 9 is  $195/person.  The Massed Ringing Floor at the conference center limits the number of participants to 240.  Make your plans now to attend-registration will begin January 1st.

 
   We will be using the Conference Services of Oregon State University - Our headquarters will be at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center and the La Sells Stewart Center.  These two buildings are joined by a covered walk way on the southwest side of the OSU campus.  They are located a 2 minute walk from the Student Dinning Facility "Southside Station @ Arnold" where we will dine each day.
 
 
   Our housing will be in Weatherford Hall,   about a 7 minute walk from the conference facilities and dinning facility.  All the walking is on the level.  Located about half way along the walk between our housing facility and the conference center is a Dutch Brothers for those who need their specialty coffee or tea to start the day. 
 
  Detailed Conference Information, Registration Materials, Housing Reservation Information and details about applying for the Bronze Conference Choir will be coming soon. 
 
   Corvallis is about an hour drive from Newport on the Oregon Coast; making the  2017 Area 10 Conference a perfect destination for the whole family. Think about vacationing on the Oregon Coast for the week prior to the conference. Then while your family stays on the coast you join the ringing fun on July 7th and your family joins you on the 9th for the closing concert. Click for information about the Oregon Coast and Newport. http://visittheoregoncoast.com/cities/newport  

This event is sponsored by Handbell Musicians of America.
Pacific Northwest Youth Handbell Festival

Saturday, April 1
Grace Lutheran Church
22975 24th Ave S
Des Moines, WA

Clinician: Jason Krug

     Emerald City Ringers is hosting the 2017 Pacific Northwest Youth Handbell Festival in the Seattle area on Saturday, April 1. Save the date for an exciting day with clinician Jason Krug. The festival repertoire is below, and registration materials will be available soon. Contact Colin Walker, [email protected] , for more information.

This event is endorsed by Handbell Musicians of America.

Big Sky Handbell Conference

Friday & Saturday,
April 28 & 29
Clinician: Jason Krug

Belgrade Special Events Center
Belgrade, Montana


This event is endorsed by Handbell Musicians of America.
Rainier Ringers looking for a Musical Director

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Ever wanted to direct selections like Dancing Queen, Skyfall, or Wizards in Winter on handbells? Well, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for! Rainier Ringers, an advanced community handbell ensemble based in Lakewood, Washington, is seeking a musical director that can lead us in developing unique and engaging performances. We traditionally present Christmas and Spring concerts and additionally participate in the Seattle Handbell Orchestra (SHO) alongside Emerald City Ringers and Bells of the Sound. For more information please visit our website, rainierringers.org , and check out our videos to see us in action or email us at [email protected] .
NE Seattle area 5th grade looking for handbell director

director needed
I'm a retired music teacher who is volunteering my time to a Seattle grade school, (Bryant) where I conduct an English Handbell Choir. There is another school, Sacajawea, in Northeast Seattle that has 3 octaves of Schulmerich handbells but no conductor. I'm trying to help the principal locate a person who loves to work with 5th grade beginning ringers for this school year. The money is not good but the joy of introducing and performing with these children is priceless. If you would be interested or know someone who is capable and would love to "give back" to others the joy of ringing, please contact me.
Rowena Wedemeyer

Portland area Siskiyou and Area 10 ad-hoc choirs

   Interested in going to the Siskiyou Summit Handbell Conference in May and/or the Area 10 Conference in July but your entire choir isn't planning on attending? Consider joining the Portland area ad-hoc choirs that are forming for both of these events. Everyone should 1) expect to purchase their own music, 2) practice and 3) be willing to help with set up and take down.

   To join one of the choirs, you may download the appropriate form (Siskiyou, Area 10 Conference), fill it out, then scan and email it to Ellie Hodder at [email protected]. Or simply email the following information to Ellie Hodder:
Choir (Siskiyou or Area 10)
Name
Email
Phone
Preferred Position (or range)

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 [email protected]. A picture for the event can also be added.

National Office contact information
 
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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
 
Staff emails are in Overtones and at http://handbellmusicians.org. 
Alaska Events 
 
Your event or concert could be listed here!
Idaho Events 

Sunday, December 11 - 4:00 pm, Southminster Bells Christmas Concert, Southminster Presbyterian Church, 6500 W Overland, Boise. An offering will be taken for the handbell program at the church.

Sunday, December 18 - 4:00 pm, Bells of Christmas "Kettle Koncert" with Phyllis Tincher, handbell soloist, and Sean Rogers, pianist/organist. Jewett Auditorium, The College of Idaho, 2112 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell. An offering will be taken for the Nampa and Caldwell Salvation Army.

Friday & Saturday, February 3 & 4, 2017  - 3rd Annual Snake River Handbell Conference, Tim Waugh, clinician. Central Elementary Gym, Nampa. See article above. Information, Repertoire, Registration.

Friday & Saturday, March 24 & 25, 2017  - Annual Inland Northwest Handbell Workshop with Brian Tervo, clinician. Lewiston First United Methodist Church, Lewiston. Brian is the Past Chair of Handbell Musicians of America, Area 10. Repertoire, Information, Registration, Lodging.
Montana Events 

 

Friday & Saturday, April 28-29, 2017 - "Sweet Peals" - 36th Annual Big Sky Handbell Festival with Jason Krug, clinician. Belgrade Special Events Center, Belgrade. Click for repertoire.

Oregon Events 

Ring Praise Music Ministry, Phyllis Tincher, handbell soloist, and Sean Rogers, pianist, will be in Eastern Oregon. These concerts are sponsored by the Presbytery of Eastern Oregon so there is no charge.
Thursday, November 3 - 7:00 pm, Faith Presbyterian Church, 1005 SE 9th, Hermiston.
Friday, November 4  - 9:30 am, Two Rivers Correctional Institution, Umatilla. You won't be able to get in to attend, but your prayers for God to minister through the concert would be appreciated.
Friday, November 4  - 2:30 pm, Guardian Angel Assisted Living, 540 NW 12th Street, Hermiston.
Saturday, November 5 - 2:00 pm, First Presbyterian Church, 201 SW Dorian Ave, Pendleton.
Sunday, November 6 - 11:00 am, Worship Service at Tutuilla Presbyterian Church, 45682 Tutuilla Church Road, Pendleton.
Sunday, November 6 - 6:30 pm, Community Presbyterian Church, Mount Vernon.

Friday & Saturday, May 5 - 6, 2017 - Siskiyou Summit Handbell Conference, Ashland, with Ellie Hodder, clinician, and Barb Walsh, Bronze Conference Choir Director. See article above. Repertoire.

Friday - Sunday, July 7-9, 2017 - Area 10 Handbell Conference at Oregon State University, Corvallis.
 
Washington Events 

International Artists Carillon presents "Christmas Bells are Ringing." Favorites Sleigh Ride and Ding Dong Merrily on High are featured along with the theme from Game of Thrones, the award winning and popular TV show.
Sunday, December 4 - 4:00 pm, St. Luke's Memorial Episcopal Church, 3615 North Gove Street, Tacoma. Freewill offering.
Saturday, December 17 - 1:00 pm, Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock Street, Tacoma. Free with museum admission.

Rainier Ringers presents "Christmas Stories." Around the holidays, many of us enjoy sitting by a warm fire reading Christmas stories.  The Rainier Ringers brings you a warm and cozy concert featuring memorable songs like Christmas Toys on Parade, We Need a Little Christmas, and All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth. Sing along with vocalist Brittany Clanton, making her Rainier Ringers debut on a few of our songs including All I Want for Christmas is You. Or just sit back and listen to the wonderful music and stories! Visit our website at www.rainierringers.org. Contact us at [email protected].
Friday, December 9 - 7:30 pm, Tacoma Community College (Auditorium), 6500 S 12th St, Tacoma. $10 for adults, $8 for students/seniors, $25 per family.
Sunday, December 11 - 7:00 pm, Lacey Presbyterian Church, 3045 Carpenter Rd SE, Lacey. A freewill offering will be taken.


Saturday, December 10 - Emerald City Ringers presents Carol of the Bells, a holiday concert for the whole family. St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 1700 Edmonds Ave NE, Renton. Admission by donation. For more information, visit our Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1685539018375790/

Friday & Saturday, March 24 & 25, 2017 - Annual Inland Northwest Handbell Workshop with Brian Tervo, clinician. Lewiston First United Methodist Church, Lewiston, ID. Brian is the Past Chair of Handbell Musicians of America, Area 10. Repertoire , Information , Registration , Lodging .

Saturday, April 1, 2017 - Pacific Northwest Youth Handbell Festival with Jason Krug, clinician. Grace Lutheran Church, 22975 24th Ave S, Des Moines. See article above. Repertoire

Saturday, May 20, 2017 - Greater Puget Sound Handbell Conference, Green River Community College, Auburn; Ron Mallory, clinician.  Repertoire.
Canada Events 
 

Your event or concert could be listed here!

     Please remember to send information for the December issue to me by November 22.
Happy Ringing,
Phyllis Tincher
Area 10, Handbell Musicians of America