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Carol Pickford – Regional Coordinator
Carol Pickford was introduced to handbells in 1979 when her church organist (Barbara Meinke’s mother!) heard about this “new” instrument, and has never looked back. She currently is a member of 3 handbell choirs (2 community groups and 1 church groups) and serves as SoCal Regional Coordinator for Area 12 as well as serving on the board for LA Bronze. She is active in many local and national events through Handbell Musicians of America. Carol’s current day job is a regional sales manager in the medical electronics industry. Carol has served on the board since 2021 and is happy to help with any questions you might have or resources you need. Contact Carol for more information about handbells in the Southern California area. |
UPCOMING EVENTS
Southern California Spring Ring 2026
- March 13, 2026
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Handbell Renaissance in Concert (Concordia University)
March 13, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Borland-Manske Center Charlie and Ling Zhang Orchestra Hall 1530 Concordia West Irvine, California 92612The Orange County-based group Handbell Renaissance pushes the boundaries of ensemble ringing with self-written repertoire, advanced musicianship, and moving performances all without a conductor.
Tickets:
General Admission: $15
Free for students and children
https://www.simpletix.com/e/handbell-renaissance-in-concert-tickets-233005
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- May 1, 2026
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2026 Southern California Spring Ring
May 1, 2026 - May 2, 2026 @
Two day workshop featuring Barbara Meinke conducting. Bronze ensemble and massed ringing.
https://area12.handbellmusicians.org/southern-california/
This is a Handbell Musicians of America Sponsored event.
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- May 2, 2026
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2026 Southern California Spring Ring
May 1, 2026 - May 2, 2026 @
Two day workshop featuring Barbara Meinke conducting. Bronze ensemble and massed ringing.
https://area12.handbellmusicians.org/southern-california/
This is a Handbell Musicians of America Sponsored event.
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2026 SoCal Spring Ring Final Concert
May 2, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1450 S Melrose Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056, USAJoin us at 5:30pm on Saturday May 2 for the closing concert of our weekend of preparation featuring individual and massed ensembles, under the direction of Barbara Meinke.
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- May 31, 2026
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Melodies That Bind Us with LA Bronze Handbell Ensemble
May 31, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Hope Lutheran Church Palm Desert, 45900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260, USAThe Story in the Score - Join us for a delightful journey through melodies from many famous movies. Sing along or tap your toes through familiar tunes to warm your heart.
https://www.labronzehandbells.org/projects-8
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