Erik Der – Regional Coordinator
Irvine, Orange County, CAErik Der is a lifelong handbell musician who appreciates the instrument for its emphasis on ensemble, movement, and rich sonic textures. He is an active ringer and has directed a variety of age groups (middle school, high school, college, adult). He is currently the Director of Handbell activities at Concordia University Irvine where he directs the Spirit Bells ensemble, teaches handbell methods, and leads CUI’s annual handbell invitationals and festivals in partnership with his colleague Alex Guebert. Quality event programming, community engagement, and education are all important to expanding handbells in our communities. If you are a director or ringer interested in learning more about handbell opportunities in Orange, Los Angeles, or adjacent counties, please be in touch with Erik! |
UPCOMING EVENTS
- April 25, 2025
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Concordia's Handbell Spring Concert
April 25, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Presbyterian Church of The Master, 26051 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA######################################################
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- April 27, 2025
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“What’s In A Name?” Featuring easily recognized songs with South County Community Handbell Choir
April 27, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm
Laguna Niguel Presbyterian Church, 30071 Ivy Glenn Dr, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USAPlease join the South County Community Handbell Choir for a family-friendly toe tapping concert. The concert features songs that most attendees will recognize. It will be a fun-filled concert with audience participation, songs that children will appreciate, choir singing with bells, and fantastic handbell music. We will even have a ukelele and flute.
The concert is free. A free will offering will be taken with all proceeds going to Family Assistance Ministries.https://www.schandbell.org/ #############################################
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- May 4, 2025
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St. John's Cathedral Bells in Concert
May 4, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
185 S. Center Street, Orange, CA 92866Having returned from its Pacific Northwest Tour refreshed and renewed, Cathedral Bells is ready to present another inspiring handbell concert for its beloved St. John’s community. You can expect some fresh new music to be premiered at this delightful afternoon concert, as well as classics such as Cynthia Dobrinski’s lovely arrangement of “Blessed Assurance” which blends in “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring”.
https://www.stjohnsorange.org/event/23664898-2025-05-04-cathedral-bells-spring-handbell-concert/
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“What’s In A Name?” Featuring easily recognized songs with South County Community Handbell Choir
May 4, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm
Christ Lutheran Church, 35522 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, CA 92672, USAPlease join the South County Community Handbell Choir for a family-friendly toe tapping concert. The concert features songs that most attendees will recognize. It will be a fun-filled concert with audience participation, songs that children will appreciate, choir singing with bells, and fantastic handbell music. We will even have a ukelele and flute.
The concert is free. A free will offering will be taken with all proceeds going to Family Assistance Ministries.https://www.schandbell.org/ #############################################
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- May 10, 2025
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From Reflection to Joy with LA Bronze Handbell Ensemble
May 10, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Emmanual Lutheran Church 6020 Radford Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91606Join us as we present From Reflection to Joy under the direction of Lynn Atkins, a special concert to celebrate our 15th year. Reception following the concert. For questions, please contact [email protected]
https://www.labronzehandbells.org/
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- May 17, 2025
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From Reflection to Joy with LA Bronze Handbell Ensemble
May 17, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Manhattan Beach Community Church 305 S. Peck Ave, Manhattan Beach CA 90266Join us as we present From Reflection to Joy under the direction of Lynn Atkins, a special concert to celebrate our 15th year.
https://www.labronzehandbells.org/
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- May 18, 2025
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From Reflection to Joy with LA Bronze Handbell Ensemble
May 18, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Hope Plam Desert 45900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260Join us as we present From Reflection to Joy under the direction of Lynn Atkins, a special concert to celebrate our 15th year.
https://www.labronzehandbells.org/
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- June 9, 2025
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Concordia Summer Handbell Camp
June 9, 2025 - June 13, 2025 @
Concordia University, Irvine, CAThis 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 Concordia's music facilities while improving their handbell skills and general music abilities. The $400 registration includes daily lunches, five days full of music activities and learning, snacks, a mini golf outing, a closing concert for the parents, and so much more. If your child or student is interested in handbells or music in general, then this is a great opportunity!
Learn more and sign up by May 1st on our Registration Website. Overnight options in the dorm are available for an additional fee.
Information: https://www.simpletix.com/e/handbell-summer-camp-2025-tickets-211444
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- June 10, 2025
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Concordia Summer Handbell Camp
June 9, 2025 - June 13, 2025 @
Concordia University, Irvine, CAThis 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 Concordia's music facilities while improving their handbell skills and general music abilities. The $400 registration includes daily lunches, five days full of music activities and learning, snacks, a mini golf outing, a closing concert for the parents, and so much more. If your child or student is interested in handbells or music in general, then this is a great opportunity!
Learn more and sign up by May 1st on our Registration Website. Overnight options in the dorm are available for an additional fee.
Information: https://www.simpletix.com/e/handbell-summer-camp-2025-tickets-211444
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- June 11, 2025
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Concordia Summer Handbell Camp
June 9, 2025 - June 13, 2025 @
Concordia University, Irvine, CAThis 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 Concordia's music facilities while improving their handbell skills and general music abilities. The $400 registration includes daily lunches, five days full of music activities and learning, snacks, a mini golf outing, a closing concert for the parents, and so much more. If your child or student is interested in handbells or music in general, then this is a great opportunity!
Learn more and sign up by May 1st on our Registration Website. Overnight options in the dorm are available for an additional fee.
Information: https://www.simpletix.com/e/handbell-summer-camp-2025-tickets-211444
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