Written by: Tyler Bates Read ‘n’ Ring this year is called the Superbell Saturday. It takes place on in Sandy, UT on February 2, the day before the Superbowl. It is sponsored by The Handbell Musicians of America. The Handbell Musicians of America are here to unite people in order to create a “diverse community in which handbell musicians of all skill levels realize their … Continue reading Westminster Bell Choir’s Read ‘n’ Ring is here!
Yesterday afternoon, the Westminster Bell Choir and the Belles of Westminster performed Christmas carols alongside the Lewiston Elementary School’s children’s choir. This concert was the third annual performance in conjunction with the elementary school. After a performance by the children’s choir, the bell choir rang “A Spiritual Christmas,” arranged by Valerie W. Stephenson, “Savior of the Nations,” arranged by Brenda E. Austin, and “African Noel,” … Continue reading Westminster Bells Choirs ring at Lewiston Elementary
Kara Wight Burton became involved with Westminster Bell Choir after hearing about it from fellow ringer Chad Nielsen. Burton said director Cathy Bullock was excited when Burton came on because she was studying music at Utah State University and had previous experience with bell choirs. Burton said her experience with the choir has been a good one, and the people involved are a great and … Continue reading ‘You just have a home’
Janell Schroeder has been ringing with bell choirs for years, but said ringing with the Westminster Bell Choir is the most involved she has been with one before. “It feels more professional,” the sophomore at Utah State University said. “It’s really cool to see the areas we play, from the old folks home to the big Eccles Theater. It’s fun to just make people smile.” … Continue reading ‘These are my people’
Westminster Bell Choir is now celebrating its 20th anniversary, and former director Dorothy Jones said it’s hard to believe it’s been that long. “I hope, somehow, Rick (Richard) Hoff, who was the originator, will know that the bell choir is still thriving and well-recognized for the quality of the concerts they do and so much appreciated in the community,” Jones said. Jones had no handbell … Continue reading ‘We can’t let this die’
Ringing with the Belles of Westminster has been a way to reach God and serve people for member Ann Egeland. “Every time I hear music, that’s my contact with God. It just feels like I’m speaking directly with him,” Egeland said. “Even though I make mistakes, he knows I’m not perfect, but I’m trying. I’m trying to touch heaven with the sound.” Egeland attends First … Continue reading Joining the Belles of Westminster has brought joy to Ann Egeland
Westminster Bell Choir’s primary function is ringing sacred music at worship services at the First Presbyterian Church, but that’s not all they play. The choir has performed “Just Dance” by Lady Gaga, “Firework” by Katy Perry and “Stairway to Heaven” by Led Zeppelin. In fact, the choir actually performed “Stairway to Heaven” at a fundraiser by the First Presbyterian Church. “That was an evening concert … Continue reading Westminster Bell Choir doesn’t just ring sacred music
By Ashley Springer When people think of bells or a bell choir, one of the first things that comes to mind is Christmas. However, a bell choir does a lot more than play Christmas music. Westminster Bell Choir plays music year-round at a variety of venues with many different songs, from Vivaldi to Lady Gaga to Led Zeppelin. “A bell choir is made up of … Continue reading What is a bell choir?
By Kenna McMurray When people think about history, they don’t usually think about bells. They think of presidents, inventions, wars and legislation. However, there are bells throughout history whose names have a familiar ring. Here’s a compilation of some of the most famous bells of the past. So sit down, grab your popcorn and prepare yourself for a trip through time. #1- The Liberty Bell … Continue reading Famous Bells Throughout History
By Sydni Frost Do you love bells as much as we do? Well, guess what? Some people have made careers centered around the study of bells. These individuals are known as campanologists. Are you interested? Campanology is the study of bells which includes the technology behind the bells, how the bells are cast, tuned, rung, and sound. It also includes traditions, history and past methods … Continue reading Campanology
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