The Erie Canal Ringers, a community handbell choir in Brockport, invite interested persons to attend a free Learn to Ring English Handbells Workshop on Saturday, February 17, from 10 to 11:45 a.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 14 State Street, Brockport. Topics to be covered include an introduction to handbells, ringing techniques, counting, and if enough people sign up, the group might ring a short piece.
There are three openings in the Great Bells of Fire, the introductory division of the Erie Canal Ringers. There are no requirements for prior music experience. There is one opening in the Heavy Metal Ringers, the more advanced group, which requires the ability to count independently and to read at least one clef.
Capable substitute ringers who can read music are always needed. If you are unsure about joining, subbing is a good way to try out handbells and to meet the music-loving group that makes up the choir.
Please sign up in advance so that materials can be prepared. Register by emailing elvh2012@gmail.com, or calling or texting 585-364-2046 and leaving your name and contact information.
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