Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12

07/21/2026

Here are some of our Area 12 members who went to National Seminar last week! We're so proud to see the area represented on the national stage. Feel free to share any photos you might've taken at National and keep on ringing!

07/17/2026

Did you know the HMA - Area 12 has a mascot?! Well, two actually, but that's for another day...

Meet Bronzer! One of our area members, Marie, has adopted him for the next two years and will catalog his journey. This is him at Marie's local 4th of July Parade for America's 250th Anniversary!

Feel free to tag along with Bronzer and Marie for Bronzer's Adventures!

07/16/2026

We are very happy to announce the results of our Biennial Election!

Tessique Houston will be serving as our incoming Chair Elect!
Carol Flint will continue to serve as our Secretary.
Marc Davidson will serve as our incoming Treasurer.

Furthermore, we are happy to announce the appoints of the following board members...

Marci Nuoffer will be moving from her current role as Past Chair to Events Director.
Rachel Hines will serve as our incoming Member-at-Large.
Rylan Frankenberger will serve as our incoming Membership Director.

Those fulfilling elected positions will assume their positions in September of this year. We can't wait to work with these wonderful people, and congratulations on your elections/appointments!

There are plenty of ways to get involved in Area 12, don't hesitate to reach out and see what you can do for your handbell community!

06/19/2026

HMA Area 12 - Biennial Meeting starts at 12:25!!!
Tune in on our livestream via YouTube:

The Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 Biennial Meeting, June ...

06/17/2026

Did you see all the stuff you can do at Neon City Rhythms? You can vote in our annual election, participate in a Director's Seminar, attend the Biennial Area 12 meeting, and learn new skills in a wide variety of classes (3 of your choosing)!

It's not too late to sign up today. Registration closes tomorrow at the event, so you still have time! Let's go go GO...!

Register here: https://area12.handbellmusicians.org/ncr2026/

06/09/2026

Curious what we're ringing at Neon City Rhythms? See what each division will be ringing below! You can still register today!

Register here: https://area12.handbellmusicians.org/ncr2026/

06/09/2026

Are you a handbell director looking to expand your expertise and gain more experience in this art form? Check out the Director's Workshop at Area 12's Neon City Rhythms with premiere conductor, Michael J Glasgow! It's not too late to register, register now!

https://area12.handbellmusicians.org/ncr2026/

06/07/2026

Worried about the summer? Don't worry, Area 12 has got you covered (literally)! All of our classes, workshops, rehearsals, and performances will be indoors at Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School. You can see parking information and room locations below. So don't you worry, we'll be cool while doing something even cooler! 😎 Register for Neon City Rhythms today: https://area12.handbellmusicians.org/ncr2026/

06/06/2026

Are you interested in participating in a handbell event this summer? It's not too late to register for Area 12's Neon City Rhythms. We'll be in the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas!

Additionally, we have a special treat for our attendees this year, as we'll we debuting the world premiere of Scott McGlasson's "Viva Las Vegas!" Join us for some summer fun (in air conditioning that is) ringing bells in Las Vegas. You can register here: https://area12.handbellmusicians.org/ncr2026/

06/06/2026

Check out the latest edition of the Area 12 newsletter, the Twelfth Tone.

Issue looks at the ramping up to the Neon City Rhythms (in two weeks!), ongoing elections (deadline to vote June 20). Summarizing a few spring activities and looking forward to some (late) summer and early fall events.

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