Concerts & Events in Area 5

Handbell Musicians of America offers a wide variety of events on a national, regional and local level festivals, seminars, master classes, etc. National events are planned and presented by the HMA national office. Regional and local events are planned and presented by Areas & Sub-Areas, or by a member or member organization of Handbell Musicians of America.

This page is intended to serve as a list of all handbell-related concerts and events occurring in Area 5.

To see your event or concert listed here, please follow the instructions on the right. Each event must be entered separately. Please wait approximately one week for listings to appear on the Area 5 website. For questions or edits, please email our webmaster.

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2024

Monday, April 1 | 7 p.m. MI

Kalamazoo Ringers | To the World: Peace

A sneak preview of KR’s “To the World: Peace” tour, courtesy of Monday Musical Club Concert Series.

First Congregational Church | 2001 Niles Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

Saturday, April 13 | 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. OH

Masterclass 2024

Stonybrook United Methodist Church | 485 Cherry Bottom Road, Gahanna, OH 43230

Area 5 invites community handbell ensembles of all levels to participate in this one-day educational workshop. Clinician Dean Wagner will work with each ensemble as they perform 3-4 pieces of their own prepared repertoire.

Saturday, April 13 | 6:30 p.m. OH

Harmony Ringers of Ohio | Anything Goes!

First United Methodist Church | 301 Lincoln Way E., Massillon, OH 44646

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

Sunday, April 14 | 12:30 – 5 p.m. MI

Tuesday Musicale of Greater Pontiac Massed Ring

Clarkston United Methodist Church | 6600 Waldon Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

Contact: Judy Phillips

Saturday, April 20 | 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. IN

Central Indiana Handbell Festival

Second Presbyterian Church | 7700 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260

Handbell choirs in Indiana and beyond are invited to gather in Indianapolis for a day of fellowship and ringing with conductor Kyle Webber. The closing concert is at 3 p.m. and is open to the public. More information is available here.

Contact: Susan Oxley

Saturday, April 20 | 6:30 p.m. OH

Harmony Ringers of Ohio | Anything Goes!

St. Stephen Martyr Lutheran Church | 5600 Fulton Drive NW, Canton, OH 44718

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

Friday, April 26 | 7:30 p.m. OH

Kalamazoo Ringers | To the World: Peace

Sending peace to the world, featuring pieces by Gramann, Eithun, Sue, Payn, and more.

Epworth United Methodist Church | 4855 Central Ave, Toledo, OH 43615

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

Saturday, April 27 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. OH

Ring Cincinnati Handbell Festival

Faith Community United Methodist Church| 8230 Cox Road, West Chester, OH 45069

A handbell festival for choirs and independent ringers in the metro-Cincinnati area, with conductor Joe Galyon. View this PDF for more information, including festival repertoire and a full schedule. Registration is now full. Please join us for the closing concert at 3:15 p.m.!

Contact: Joe Galyon

Saturday, April 27 | 7 p.m. MI

Kalamazoo Ringers | To the World: Peace

Sending peace to the world, featuring pieces by Gramann, Eithun, Sue, Payn, and more.

Three Rivers Presbyterian Church | 320 N. Main St., Three Rivers, MI 49093

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

Sunday, April 28 | 3 p.m. MI

Kalamazoo Ringers | To the World: Peace

Sending peace to the world, featuring pieces by Gramann, Eithun, Sue, Payn, and more.

Christ Memorial Church | 595 Graafschap Road, Holland, MI 49423

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

Sunday, May 5 | 3 p.m. OH

Lancaster Handbell Ensemble | The Masters and the Movies!

First Presbyterian Church | 222 N. Broad St., Lancaster, OH 43130

Admission: $10 at the door.

Saturday, May 11 | 4 p.m. MI

Detroit Handbell Ensemble | My Favorite Things

Memorial Presbyterian Church | 1310 Ashman St., Midland, MI 48640

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

DHE is proud to present our 2024 spring concert titled “My Favorite Things” celebrating our 30th anniversary! The program features favorite handbell arrangements selected by the ensemble’s members plus new works commissioned specifically for this special occasion. Come and enjoy popular favorites, original compositions, and Motown magic.

Friday, May 17 | 7:30 p.m. MI

Detroit Handbell Ensemble | My Favorite Things

Chelsea First United Methodist Church | 128 Park St., Chelsea, MI 48118

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

DHE is proud to present our 2024 spring concert titled “My Favorite Things” celebrating our 30th anniversary! The program features favorite handbell arrangements selected by the ensemble’s members plus new works commissioned specifically for this special occasion. Come and enjoy popular favorites, original compositions, and Motown magic.

Friday, May 17 | 7:30 p.m. OH

Stow Heritage Ringers | The Story Behind the Music

Stow Presbyterian Church | 4150 Fishcreek Road, Stow, OH 44224

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

Saturday, May 18 | 7 p.m. MI

Kalamazoo Ringers | To the World: Peace

Sending peace to the world, featuring pieces by Gramann, Eithun, Sue, Payn, and more.

First United Methodist Church | 212 South Park St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

Sunday, May 19 | 4 p.m. MI

Detroit Handbell Ensemble | My Favorite Things

First Presbyterian Church of Northville | 200 E. Main St., Northville, MI 48167

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected.

DHE is proud to present our 2024 spring concert titled “My Favorite Things” celebrating our 30th anniversary! Join us for a bell party! We’ll have photos, historical displays, special guests, and a post-concert reception. The program features favorite handbell arrangements selected by the ensemble’s members plus new works commissioned specifically for this special occasion. Come and enjoy popular favorites, original compositions, and Motown magic.

Sunday, June 9 | 3 p.m.WV

The Raleigh Ringers

The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center | 444 W. Pike St., Clarksburg, WV 26301

Admission: Free. Presented by the Cultural Foundation of Harrison County and the Barbara B. Highland Fund for the Arts. No tickets are required, and all seating is general admission.

The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center is ADA compliant. Wheelchair seating is available on the main floor level and rear balcony level of the hall. There is a loading/unloading lane directly in front of the theater that can be used for drop-off or pick-up services. Registered service animals are welcome.

Thursday, Aug. 15 | 7:30 p.m. MI

Bay View Week of Handbells | Closing Concert

John M. Hall Auditorium | 1715 Encampment Ave., Petoskey, MI 49770

Admission: Free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be collected to benefit the Bay View Association Summer Music Academy.

2025

Friday-Saturday, April 25-26, 2025 OH

2025 Area 5 Spring Festival

Greater Columbus Convention Center | 400 North High St., Columbus, OH 43215

Area 5 presents its 2025 spring festival, with conductor Fred Gramann! More information coming soon.