Welcome to Area 5!

Dedicated to advancing the musical art and excellence of handbells in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia.
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Rock, Roll & Ring!

Area 5 travels to the home of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022 with special guests The Raleigh Ringers. Registration is open!

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A Grand Ring

In 2022, Area 5 returns to Mackinac Island and the lovely Grand Hotel with guest conductor Fred Gramann. Registration is open!

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Fall Education Workshops

Annual one-day education event for ringers and directors.

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Chime Grant

Qualified programs will receive a three-octave set of handchimes as well as music and various materials.
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Recent News:

Updates About the Coming Year in Area 5

The Area 5 Board had their winter board meeting via Zoom on Saturday, January 23rd, 2021. The board is excited about the possibilities 2022 brings for ringing but is also concerned about COVID-19 and the toll it has taken on our membership. The Nominating Committee...

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Update on 2021 Events

Members of Handbell Musicians of America – we regret to inform you that our festival/conferences scheduled for 2021 have been cancelled or postponed. The Area 5 board feels that the health and safety of our membership should be our first priority in times of COVID-19....

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Save the Date

We have exciting festivals planned for Spring 2022-2023, including a return to Mackinac Island, Michigan.

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Membership Benefits

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Scholarships

Interested in attending an Area 5 event, or HMA National Seminar? First-time attendees are encouraged to apply for a scholarship.