Fall Fanfare

Fall Fanfare registration is open!  Don’t miss this opportinity to kick off your ringing season with technique classes, reading sessions, and a dedicated “Rookie RInger” track for new ringers. https://area9.handbellmusicians.org/fall-fanfare/

Virtual Directors’ Roundtable

Join our own Stephanie Rhoades for a Virtual Round Table discussion covering a variety of issues related to directing a handbell ensemble (church, community, or school) on Thursday, August 17 from 11 am – 12:30 pm (CDT). Sponsored by Area 9, but open to all....

2023-2024 Events Announced

There are lots of opportunities for ringers and directors in the lineup of events for the coming season! We’ll begin with a Virtual Director’s Roundtable on August 17, hosted by Stephanie Rhoades, followed by another new event, our Fall Fanfare, which will be...

Spring Ring 2023!

Registration is open for Spring Ring 2023, to be held March 4, 2023 at various locations across Area 9 with an assortment of fantastic clinicians! Check out the Events page, plan to attend the nearest location, and start working on the exciting repertoire. See you in...

Bring the Ring 2022!

Area 9 has a fun handbell event planned for you! Sign up at one of the registration links below for a workshop for some technique review and a reading session that will include our Spring Ring 2023 selections (music can be purchased subject to availability or...