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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

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! #handbellmusiciansofamerica #hmaarea12

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Did you know the HMA - Area 12 has a mascot?! 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! Tag along for Bronzer's Adventures! #handbellmusiciansofamerica #hmaarea12

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Here's the results of our 2026 Biennial Election! 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!

Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12
2026 Election Results!

Chair Elect - Tessique Houston from Concord, California
Secretary - Carol Flint from San Jose, California
Treasurer - Marc Davidson form Sunnyvale, California
Member-at-Large - Rachel Hines from Costa Mesa, California
Events Director - Marci Nuoffer from Las Vegas, Nevada
Membership Director - Rylan Frankenberger from Redlands, California

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

What can you do at NCR? Vote in our annual election, go to a Director's Seminar, attend the Biennial meeting, and learn new skills in classes (3 of your choosing)! Registration closes tomorrow at the event, so you still have time! Let's go! Register with the link in our bio!

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

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

Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12
Neon City Rhythms, June 18-20, 2026, Las Vegas, NV

The Star-Spangled Banner, arr. John Behnke
3-6 octaves, Level 2
AGEHR Publishing: AG36050

Light of Peace, Veronica Bigham and Derek K. Hakes
3-6 octaves, Level 3
From the Top Music: 20178

Firework, arr. Michael Glasgow
3-7 octaves, Level 3+
Hope Publishing Company: 2654

Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12
Neon City Rhythms, June 18-20, 2026, Las Vegas, NV

A Simple Dance, Michael Glasgow**
Level 2+
Choristers Guild:
2-3 octave version: CGB637
4-6 octave version: CGB638

Praise Unfolding, Sandra Eithun
3-5 octaves, Level 1
Choristers Guild: CGB523

** = both the 2-3 and 4-6 octave versions of "A Simple Dance" are compatible with one another

Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12
Neon City Rhythms, June 18-20, 2026, Las Vegas, NV

Prayer for Guidance, Michael Glasgow
3-6 octaves, Level 3+
Jeffers Publishing: JHS9431

Viva Las Vegas, arr. Scott McGlasson
5-6 octaves, Level 3+
From the Top Music: 20949

Register with the link in our bio!

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

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, link in bio!

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

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. Register for Neon City Rhythms today, link in bio!

Parking Map

Please enter off of Hualapai by the football field, and park in the covered parking by our school store. The Shield.

Welcome to Faith Lutheran!

Please enter off of Hualapai by the football field, and park in the covered parking by our school store. The Shield.

Directors Workshop will be in 201. Mass Ringing will be in the Aux Gym. Classes will be in 500, 501, and 502.

Please walk through the Amphitheater to get to your locations!

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Interested in ringing handbells this summer? It's not too late to register for Area 12's Neon City Rhythms (link in bio). We'll be in Las Vegas, NV! We have a special treat for our attendees this year, we'll be debuting the world premiere of Scott McGlasson's "Viva Las Vegas!"

"Viva Las Vegas" arranged by Scott McGlasson for 5 (6) octaves of handbells, Level 3+ - Catalog #20949

From the Top Music - Albuquerque, NM
www.FromTheTopMusic.com

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Clinician Michael Glasgow has a special message about our upcoming Neon City Rhythms Conference! Join us June 18 - 20, 2026 for this great event! Link in bio!

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Area 12 would like to extend a special thank you to the sponsors of NCR. Schulmerich Bells LLC Malmark Bellcraftsman Concordia University Irvine Jeffers Handbell Supply Rima Greer Carol Pickford Brian Childers Handbell Musicians of America Sponsor here: area12.handbellmusicians.org/ncr2026/spon...

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

New to directing handbells? Been directing for awhile and need to brush up on your skills? Our Director's Workshop at Neon City Rhythms, June 18-20, 2026, with clinician Michael Glasgow is just for you! You can register for just the workshop on June 18th or the full 3-day workshop, link in bio!

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Did you know that there are hundreds of activities to do in Las Vegas? In addition to shows, shopping, and sightseeing, you can also ring bells! Come join us June 18 - 20, 2026 for Neon City Rhythms in Las Vegas, NV. Can't wait to see you there! Sign up with the link in our bio!

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Handbell Musicians of America - Area 12 @hma-area12.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

On Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14, we meet as a Board in Upland, CA and on Zoom to discuss ongoing projects, our upcoming conference, and how to grow presence and visibility of Area 12! For more information, please feel free to check out our website: area12.handbellmusicians.org

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