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Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble is excited to host Ring To Spring 2009. The day-long event will include massed ringing, classes, a reading session, and a concert that is open to the public. Also appearing on the final concert will be the Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble under the baton of Kermit D. Junkert, Artist Director and Conductor.

The guest conductor is Michael Joy. Michael is currently the middle school music teacher at The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, PA, where he conducts 15 different handbell groups. He is also the music director at First Presbyterian Church in Ambler, PA. Michael is a published composer, handbell clinician, and festival conductor. He was named 2004 Composer of the Year by Jeffers Publishing Company for his composition “Dorian Dance.”

All repertoire can be played by 3, 4, or 5 octave choirs. Partial choirs and individual ringers are welcome. Please rehearse the repertoire prior to attending and be ready to “fine tune” it under the expert direction of Michael Joy. All music can be purchased from Jeffers Handbell Supply. Non-ringing participants are welcome to attend classes, observe the massed rehearsals, and enjoy the final concert.

The reading session will provide an opportunity to read and ring through a variety of old and new repertoire. Music for the reading session will be provided by AGEHR Publishing and will be available for purchase at a discount at the conclusion of the reading session.

Lunch will be available for a small fee at the festival and will be prepared by the Eastern High School Band Aides. You are also welcome to bring your own lunch.

For more information please download the General Information Sheet and Registration Form. If you have questions please call Gail Posey at 1-856-784-4441 x.1158 or contact us.

• Bell Carol of the Kings - Derek K. Hakes - MFM20177 - From the Top (2008) - Level 3+; 4-7 Octaves Bells w/3-5 Chimes
• Celtic Farewell - Linda Lamb - MAG35210 - AGEHR (2002) - Level 3-; 3-5 Octaves Bells w/optional flute
• Ein Kleines Kindelein - Michael Joy - MFM20186 - From the Top Music Publishing (2008) - Level 2; 3-5 Octaves Bells w/3 oct. chimes
• Mountain Springs - Sondra K. Tucker - MAP20219 - Alfred (2002) - Level 2; 3-5 Octaves
• The Strife is O'er - Arnold Sherman - MHP1847 - Agape (1996) - Level 3; 3-5 Octaves