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How this Ministry Operates: The Youthful Ringers are junior hand bell and choir chime musicians, (approximately grades 4 through 8). Musical know-how is not a prerequisite, though some children may have had experience with choir chimes in third grade, recorders in fourth grade, and/or previous piano lessons. The Youthful Ringers learn the valuable skills of public performance, cooperation, and musical capability in praising God. Youthful Ringers meet from 12:15 to 1 p.m. every Thursday during the school year (September through May), in the Balcony. Thus far this school year, the Youthful Ringers have played for church Worship Services, including the Christmas service, and the informal music program in the Field House. Musically Inclined? Consider hand bells “Encourage [your] child to join hand bells if they have had piano lessons, an aptitude for music, or do not participate in choir or band,” advises Director Marie Zehnder. “Hand bells is for grades 5 through 8, but interest is higher in grades 4 through 7….Continuing for more than a year is most beneficial and more interesting.” Questions? Contact Marie Zehnder. |
