HARMONY RINGERS
OF OHIO
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Auditions:
Harmony Ringers is committed to becoming one of the best handbell choirs around. We want to be known as
Stark County's premier professional handbell choir.
To that end we require that interested applicants consider carefully the time commitment a dedicated musical organization will require.
If you have the experience, heart and time to give to working at making Harmony Ringers the best it can be, then you are whom we are looking for.
Contact Director Christine Allison through email at acfac1@gmail.com
​Auditions are held in June or July to find the most qualified, committed handbell ringers for the upcoming year. If you think you may be interested in auditioning for Harmony Ringers, please contact Christine Allison at acfac1@gmail.com.
The audition process is based on six areas:
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Handbell Notation Familiarity: The ringer is asked to demonstrate different techniques and other notations.
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Rhythm Exercises: The ringer demonstrates his or her ability to handle challenging rhythms.
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Multiple Bell/Switching Exercises: Demonstrates how the ringer handles quick and frequent changes in accidentals.
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Sight-Reading Pieces: sight-reading of four to five pieces.
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Form: Ringing motion and use of techniques.
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Commitment: Interview with the director to discuss general commitment expectations, specific requirements for the upcoming year and other outside group involvement.
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Auditions are conducted by the director.
For information on auditioning, please email Director Christine Allison,
