2024 Area 12 Composition Contest

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  • Happy Holly Days! with Tintabulations

    December 1, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    1220 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV

    Sparks Hometowne Christmas Tree Lighting
    Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble’s Winter Concert Series: “Happy Holly Days”! You’ll be dreaming of a white Christmas as you enjoy festive music sure to spread that holly jolly cheer. The “Happy Holly Days” concert series takes you on a journey through songs and anecdotes that make the cold winter days merry and bright.
    Founded by conductor and artistic director, Barb Walsh in 1996, Tintabulations is comprised of ten musicians playing four octaves of handbells and handchimes. The ensemble performs a variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary, always endeavoring to reach the pinnacles of handbell musicality, theatricality, and beauty for audiences of all ages.
    Concerts are family-friendly; children are welcome! Free admission and donations are cheerfully accepted. For more information about Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble and their upcoming performances, please visit their website, https://tintabulations.com/, or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Tintab/.
    What brings out the happiness and joy of the Holly Days for you? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #HappyHollyDays. We would love to hear from you and see your photos and videos from our concerts.
     
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  • Happy Holly Days! with Tintabulations

    December 2, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    South Valleys Library, 15650A Wedge Parkway, Reno, NV

           

      Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble’s Winter Concert Series: “Happy Holly Days”! You’ll be dreaming of a white Christmas as you enjoy festive music sure to spread that holly jolly cheer. The “Happy Holly Days” concert series takes you on a journey through songs and anecdotes that make the cold winter days merry and bright.
    Founded by conductor and artistic director, Barb Walsh in 1996, Tintabulations is comprised of ten musicians playing four octaves of handbells and handchimes. The ensemble performs a variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary, always endeavoring to reach the pinnacles of handbell musicality, theatricality, and beauty for audiences of all ages.
    Concerts are family-friendly; children are welcome! Free admission and donations are cheerfully accepted. For more information about Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble and their upcoming performances, please visit their website, https://tintabulations.com/, or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Tintab/.
    What brings out the happiness and joy of the Holly Days for you? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #HappyHollyDays. We would love to hear from you and see your photos and videos from our concerts.

     
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  • River Bells at Folsom Christmas Tree Lighting

    December 2, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Old Town Folsom, Sutter St, Folsom, CA 95630, USA

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  • Happy Holly Days! with Tintabulations

    December 3, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    First United Methodist Church Carson City, 200 N. Division St., Carson City, NV

           

      Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble’s Winter Concert Series: “Happy Holly Days”! You’ll be dreaming of a white Christmas as you enjoy festive music sure to spread that holly jolly cheer. The “Happy Holly Days” concert series takes you on a journey through songs and anecdotes that make the cold winter days merry and bright.
    Founded by conductor and artistic director, Barb Walsh in 1996, Tintabulations is comprised of ten musicians playing four octaves of handbells and handchimes. The ensemble performs a variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary, always endeavoring to reach the pinnacles of handbell musicality, theatricality, and beauty for audiences of all ages.
    Concerts are family-friendly; children are welcome! Free admission and donations are cheerfully accepted. For more information about Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble and their upcoming performances, please visit their website, https://tintabulations.com/, or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Tintab/.
    What brings out the happiness and joy of the Holly Days for you? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #HappyHollyDays. We would love to hear from you and see your photos and videos from our concerts.

     
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  • HO HO HOliday Concert with OC Tremble Clefs

    December 3, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Laguna Country United Methodist Church, 24442 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA 92637, USA

    South County Community Handbell Choir is teaming up with the OC Tremble Clefs to offer a concert that will benefit this local group that supports people with Parkinson's. The concert is free, but donations are accepted. The handbell choir and Tremble Clefs will perform Christmastime by Michael W Smith.
     
    http://schanbell.org

     
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  • Happy Holly Days! with Tintabulations

    December 3, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Carson Valley United Methodist Church, 1375 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville, NV

           

      Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble’s Winter Concert Series: “Happy Holly Days”! You’ll be dreaming of a white Christmas as you enjoy festive music sure to spread that holly jolly cheer. The “Happy Holly Days” concert series takes you on a journey through songs and anecdotes that make the cold winter days merry and bright.
    Founded by conductor and artistic director, Barb Walsh in 1996, Tintabulations is comprised of ten musicians playing four octaves of handbells and handchimes. The ensemble performs a variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary, always endeavoring to reach the pinnacles of handbell musicality, theatricality, and beauty for audiences of all ages.
    Concerts are family-friendly; children are welcome! Free admission and donations are cheerfully accepted. For more information about Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble and their upcoming performances, please visit their website, https://tintabulations.com/, or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Tintab/.
    What brings out the happiness and joy of the Holly Days for you? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #HappyHollyDays. We would love to hear from you and see your photos and videos from our concerts.

     
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  • Come to Christmas as a Child

    December 10, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
    Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 200 Avenida San Pablo, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA

    South County Community Handbell Choir presents some of your childhood favorite Christmas songs as well as songs that will have your toes tapping and your inner child smiling. A free-will offering will be taken. All proceeds will be given to Family Assistance Ministries, the local homeless prevention organization.
     
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  • Happy Holly Days! with Tintabulations

    December 10, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    First United Methodist Church, 209 W. First St., Reno, NV

           

      Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble’s Winter Concert Series: “Happy Holly Days”! You’ll be dreaming of a white Christmas as you enjoy festive music sure to spread that holly jolly cheer. The “Happy Holly Days” concert series takes you on a journey through songs and anecdotes that make the cold winter days merry and bright.
    Founded by conductor and artistic director, Barb Walsh in 1996, Tintabulations is comprised of ten musicians playing four octaves of handbells and handchimes. The ensemble performs a variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary, always endeavoring to reach the pinnacles of handbell musicality, theatricality, and beauty for audiences of all ages.
    Concerts are family-friendly; children are welcome! Free admission and donations are cheerfully accepted. For more information about Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble and their upcoming performances, please visit their website, https://tintabulations.com/, or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Tintab/.
    What brings out the happiness and joy of the Holly Days for you? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #HappyHollyDays. We would love to hear from you and see your photos and videos from our concerts.

     
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  • Happy Holly Days! with Tintabulations

    December 16, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Churchill County Museum, 1050 S. Maine St., Fallon, NV

           

      Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble’s Winter Concert Series: “Happy Holly Days”! You’ll be dreaming of a white Christmas as you enjoy festive music sure to spread that holly jolly cheer. The “Happy Holly Days” concert series takes you on a journey through songs and anecdotes that make the cold winter days merry and bright.
    Founded by conductor and artistic director, Barb Walsh in 1996, Tintabulations is comprised of ten musicians playing four octaves of handbells and handchimes. The ensemble performs a variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary, always endeavoring to reach the pinnacles of handbell musicality, theatricality, and beauty for audiences of all ages.
    Concerts are family-friendly; children are welcome! Free admission and donations are cheerfully accepted. For more information about Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble and their upcoming performances, please visit their website, https://tintabulations.com/, or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Tintab/.
    What brings out the happiness and joy of the Holly Days for you? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #HappyHollyDays. We would love to hear from you and see your photos and videos from our concerts.

     
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  • River Bells - The Season of Memories in Music

    December 16, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Harris Center, 10 College Pkwy, Folsom, CA 95630, USA

    Stage 2.

    Ticket information: https://www.harriscenter.net/

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  • Happy Holly Days! with Tintabulations

    December 17, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 357 Clay St., Reno, NV

            

      Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble’s Winter Concert Series: “Happy Holly Days”! You’ll be dreaming of a white Christmas as you enjoy festive music sure to spread that holly jolly cheer. The “Happy Holly Days” concert series takes you on a journey through songs and anecdotes that make the cold winter days merry and bright.
    Founded by conductor and artistic director, Barb Walsh in 1996, Tintabulations is comprised of ten musicians playing four octaves of handbells and handchimes. The ensemble performs a variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary, always endeavoring to reach the pinnacles of handbell musicality, theatricality, and beauty for audiences of all ages.
    Concerts are family-friendly; children are welcome! Free admission and donations are cheerfully accepted. For more information about Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble and their upcoming performances, please visit their website, https://tintabulations.com/, or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Tintab/.
    What brings out the happiness and joy of the Holly Days for you? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #HappyHollyDays. We would love to hear from you and see your photos and videos from our concerts.

     
    Also live stream (URL TBA)
     
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  • River Bells - The Season of Memories in Music

    December 17, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Sacramento Japanese Methodist, 6929 Franklin Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95823, USA

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  • Happy Holly Days! with Tintabulations

    December 17, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Sparks United Methodist Church, 1231 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV

            

      Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble’s Winter Concert Series: “Happy Holly Days”! You’ll be dreaming of a white Christmas as you enjoy festive music sure to spread that holly jolly cheer. The “Happy Holly Days” concert series takes you on a journey through songs and anecdotes that make the cold winter days merry and bright.
    Founded by conductor and artistic director, Barb Walsh in 1996, Tintabulations is comprised of ten musicians playing four octaves of handbells and handchimes. The ensemble performs a variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary, always endeavoring to reach the pinnacles of handbell musicality, theatricality, and beauty for audiences of all ages.
    Concerts are family-friendly; children are welcome! Free admission and donations are cheerfully accepted. For more information about Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble and their upcoming performances, please visit their website, https://tintabulations.com/, or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Tintab/.
    What brings out the happiness and joy of the Holly Days for you? Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #HappyHollyDays. We would love to hear from you and see your photos and videos from our concerts.

     
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Recent News

September 2023 Board Meeting

Sep 21, 2023 | ,

Your Area 12 board meet in person (and virtually) in Palo Alto, CA, this last weekend.  Including working on the upcoming Go Nuts in Modesto and BELLZ! The Next Generator conferences in 2024!. (A few attendees were not in the picture.)

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September 12th Tone

Sep 9, 2023 |

Check out the latest issue of the Area 12 newsletter, the 12th Tone, with news about our upcoming 2024 conferenceS - Go Nuts and BELLZ.  Read through a great resource in concert planning by Barb Walsh, Northern Nevada Regional Coordinator.  Maybe there's time for some...

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August 12th Tone

Aug 3, 2023 | ,

Check out the latest issue of the 12th Tone newsletter. Lots of information on upcoming fall events, educational resources available and more!

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June 2023 Twelfth Tone

Jun 5, 2023 |

Check out the latest edition of the Twelfth Tone here.  Read about some of the spring ringing events held in the area. (No issue planned for July.)

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May Twelfth Tone available

May 7, 2023 |

Learn about a couple of spring rings, an upcoming director's event (in person) and more.  (June Board of Directors meeting coming up too).

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Spring 2023 Board meeting

Mar 12, 2023 |

Your Area 12 board met Friday March 10 and Saturday March 11 in Upland, CA (and virtually). Area 12 members are welcome to come to meetings.

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Upcoming March 10-11 Board Meeting, Open positions and more

Mar 6, 2023 |

The March issue of the 12th Tone Newsletter has dropped.  Read about the latest on upcoming Spring Rings, attendance as the California All State Music Educators Conference, open board positions (it could be you filling one!) and the upcoming board meeting (HMA members...

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