Neon City Rhythms registration is open
Neon City Rhythms Registration with guest clinician Michael Glasgow opens February 1, 2026! Please register HERE. You can check out everything related to the conference at https://area12.handbellmusicians.org/ncr2026/.January board meeting
Your Area 12 board met today, virtually, to discuss the 2026 conference and other topics. (Area 12 members are welcome to attend board meetings.)January Twelfth Tone is available
Read the latest on the upcoming Biennial Conference, Neon City Rhythms, including repertoire and registration costs (registration scheduled to open February 1). Lots of lessons from holiday concerts, and upcoming events.Remembering David Ruder
The Area 12 Board has recently learned that Dave Ruder has passed away. David Ruder served the Area 12 Board from 1990 through 1994, and 2000 to 2008, including as the Area 12 Chair from 2004-2006. He also served on AGEHR/HMA Education committees in the intervening...Do you have what it takes to be the next Area 12 Events Director?
Check it out!Calendar
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Concordia Handbell Summer Camp
July 6, 2026 - July 10, 2026 @
Concordia Irvine UniversityThe Concordia Handbell Summer Camp is a week long, fun filled experience for kids grades 5 - 9. No handbell or music experience is required to attend. Attendees will spend the week experiencing our music facilities while improving their handbell skills and general music abilities. Registration includes daily lunches, five days full of music activities and learning, snacks, a mini golf outing, a closing concert for the family, and so much more!
Registration fee: $395
Registration Deadline: Register by June 8
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Concordia Handbell Summer Camp
July 6, 2026 - July 10, 2026 @
Concordia Irvine UniversityThe Concordia Handbell Summer Camp is a week long, fun filled experience for kids grades 5 - 9. No handbell or music experience is required to attend. Attendees will spend the week experiencing our music facilities while improving their handbell skills and general music abilities. Registration includes daily lunches, five days full of music activities and learning, snacks, a mini golf outing, a closing concert for the family, and so much more!
Registration fee: $395
Registration Deadline: Register by June 8
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Concordia Handbell Summer Camp
July 6, 2026 - July 10, 2026 @
Concordia Irvine UniversityThe Concordia Handbell Summer Camp is a week long, fun filled experience for kids grades 5 - 9. No handbell or music experience is required to attend. Attendees will spend the week experiencing our music facilities while improving their handbell skills and general music abilities. Registration includes daily lunches, five days full of music activities and learning, snacks, a mini golf outing, a closing concert for the family, and so much more!
Registration fee: $395
Registration Deadline: Register by June 8
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Concordia Handbell Summer Camp
July 6, 2026 - July 10, 2026 @
Concordia Irvine UniversityThe Concordia Handbell Summer Camp is a week long, fun filled experience for kids grades 5 - 9. No handbell or music experience is required to attend. Attendees will spend the week experiencing our music facilities while improving their handbell skills and general music abilities. Registration includes daily lunches, five days full of music activities and learning, snacks, a mini golf outing, a closing concert for the family, and so much more!
Registration fee: $395
Registration Deadline: Register by June 8
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HMA Master Series: Composition
July 9, 2026 - July 11, 2026 @
Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, NChttps://handbellmusicians.org/event/composition-masterclass-2026/
For more details Deadline to apply January 31, 2026.
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HMA Master Series: Conducting
July 9, 2026 - July 11, 2026 @
Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, NChttps://handbellmusicians.org/event/conducting-masterclass/
For more details Deadline to apply January 31, 2026.
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Concordia Handbell Summer Camp
July 6, 2026 - July 10, 2026 @
Concordia Irvine UniversityThe Concordia Handbell Summer Camp is a week long, fun filled experience for kids grades 5 - 9. No handbell or music experience is required to attend. Attendees will spend the week experiencing our music facilities while improving their handbell skills and general music abilities. Registration includes daily lunches, five days full of music activities and learning, snacks, a mini golf outing, a closing concert for the family, and so much more!
Registration fee: $395
Registration Deadline: Register by June 8
https://www.simpletix.com/e/handbell-summer-camp-2026-tickets-260079#################################
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HMA Master Series: Composition
July 9, 2026 - July 11, 2026 @
Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, NChttps://handbellmusicians.org/event/composition-masterclass-2026/
For more details Deadline to apply January 31, 2026.
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HMA Master Series: Conducting
July 9, 2026 - July 11, 2026 @
Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, NChttps://handbellmusicians.org/event/conducting-masterclass/
For more details Deadline to apply January 31, 2026.
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HMA Master Series: Composition
July 9, 2026 - July 11, 2026 @
Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, NChttps://handbellmusicians.org/event/composition-masterclass-2026/
For more details Deadline to apply January 31, 2026.
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HMA Master Series: Conducting
July 9, 2026 - July 11, 2026 @
Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, NChttps://handbellmusicians.org/event/conducting-masterclass/
For more details Deadline to apply January 31, 2026.
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Hymn Festival - Cincinnati, OH
July 13, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church, 1345 Grace Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208, USAMonday, July 13, 2026, 7:00 PM
Hymn Festival
Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church (Cincinnati, OH)
In-person event & livestream broadcast
https://www.youtube.com/@HandbellMusicians
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National Seminar 2026
July 14, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Come together for an opportunity to mingle, ring and learn.
Early registration (time payments available) through 12/31/25.
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/national-seminar-2026/
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Queen City Bronze (Ohio) National Seminar opening concert
July 14, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cincinnati, OHLive streamed on HMA YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=687NZPWFbKY
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National Seminar 2026
July 14, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Come together for an opportunity to mingle, ring and learn.
Early registration (time payments available) through 12/31/25.
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/national-seminar-2026/
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Distinctly Teen 2026
July 15, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Distinctly Teen is a fun and exciting handbell event for ringers ages 13-18. Participants will spend 4 days playing intermediate to advanced repertoire and developing skills in handbell technique and general musicianship under the leadership of conductor, Dr. Lynn Atkins. Distinctly Teen will perform a concert on Saturday, July 18, 2026, during National Seminar, which will also be livestreamed. Distinctly Teen is being held at the Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Registration for the event is $150.00
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/distinctly-teen-2026/
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Bronze Ringers (Indiana) National Seminar concert
July 15, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cincinnati, OH
Live streamed on HMA YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mA8eiObDYVI
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Bells in Motion (Illinois), National Seminar concert
July 15, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cincinnati, OH
Live streamed on HMA YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4_Ti81P0Fg
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National Seminar 2026
July 14, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Come together for an opportunity to mingle, ring and learn.
Early registration (time payments available) through 12/31/25.
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/national-seminar-2026/
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Distinctly Teen 2026
July 15, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Distinctly Teen is a fun and exciting handbell event for ringers ages 13-18. Participants will spend 4 days playing intermediate to advanced repertoire and developing skills in handbell technique and general musicianship under the leadership of conductor, Dr. Lynn Atkins. Distinctly Teen will perform a concert on Saturday, July 18, 2026, during National Seminar, which will also be livestreamed. Distinctly Teen is being held at the Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Registration for the event is $150.00
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/distinctly-teen-2026/
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Trinity Ringers (Indiana) National Seminar concert
July 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cincinnati, OH
Live streamed on HMA YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PR8EJVCAvxY
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Ring Sarasota (Florida), National Seminar concert
July 16, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cincinnati, OH
Live streamed on HMA YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9sjYVrxERA
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National Seminar 2026
July 14, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Come together for an opportunity to mingle, ring and learn.
Early registration (time payments available) through 12/31/25.
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/national-seminar-2026/
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Distinctly Teen 2026
July 15, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Distinctly Teen is a fun and exciting handbell event for ringers ages 13-18. Participants will spend 4 days playing intermediate to advanced repertoire and developing skills in handbell technique and general musicianship under the leadership of conductor, Dr. Lynn Atkins. Distinctly Teen will perform a concert on Saturday, July 18, 2026, during National Seminar, which will also be livestreamed. Distinctly Teen is being held at the Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Registration for the event is $150.00
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/distinctly-teen-2026/
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Chicago Bronze (Illinois) National Seminar concert
July 17, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cincinnati, OH
Live streamed on HMA YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAoFG6ro944
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Detroit Handbell Ensemble (Michigan) National Seminar concert
July 17, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cincinnati, OH
Live streamed on HMA YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZ3naCsblGc
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National Seminar 2026
July 14, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Come together for an opportunity to mingle, ring and learn.
Early registration (time payments available) through 12/31/25.
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/national-seminar-2026/
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Distinctly Teen 2026
July 15, 2026 - July 18, 2026 @
Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio,Distinctly Teen is a fun and exciting handbell event for ringers ages 13-18. Participants will spend 4 days playing intermediate to advanced repertoire and developing skills in handbell technique and general musicianship under the leadership of conductor, Dr. Lynn Atkins. Distinctly Teen will perform a concert on Saturday, July 18, 2026, during National Seminar, which will also be livestreamed. Distinctly Teen is being held at the Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Registration for the event is $150.00
https://handbellmusicians.org/event/distinctly-teen-2026/
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All-Star Choir & Distinctly Teen National Seminar concert
July 18, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cincinnati, OH
Live streamed on HMA YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKADsP5xgRU
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