Celebrating Our 70th Anniversary
We hope you had a great time at National Seminar. We hope you will take the time to let us know how we did. CLICK HERE for Seminar Class Evaluations. Full event evaluations will come later in the week.
Celebrating Our 70th Anniversary
Hartford, Connecticut
Master Series • July 6-9
National Seminar • July 9-13
Distinctly Teen • July 11-13
What is National Seminar?
At National Seminar, you will participate in educational and engaging classes; hear performances by select choirs and ensembles; and browse and shop exhibiting partner displays in the Handbell Commons. National Seminar provides the unique opportunity to meet and network with fellow handbell musicians and develop life-long friendships with those that share your enthusiasm and passion for our art.
Classes & Performance Opportunities
Classes at National Seminar cover all aspects of handbell musicianship, whether you are a ringer, director, educator, etc.
Distinctly Teen
July 11-13
An exciting 2½-day event for ringers ages 13-18 featuring intermediate to advanced repertoire and skill development under the leadership of Erik Der.
Master Series
July 6-9
One-on-one instruction in a masterclass setting with Dr. William Payn in conducting, Sondra Tucker in composition, and Linda Krantz in solo ringing.
Performances
Hear performances by select choirs and ensembles. All performances will also be livestreamed for those not attending the event.
Handbell Commons
Visit companies, organizations, and individuals that support handbell musicians in Handbell Commons. Also spend time with friends and colleagues.
Event Venue
All event activities will take place at the at the Connecticut Conventions Center with lodging at the Hartford Marriott Downtown in Hartford, Connecticut.