Handbell Commons and Exhibiting Partners

Handbell Commons is home to our Exhibiting Partners and the hub for all social activities during the event. You can enjoy shopping, silent auction, Happy Hours, daily grab-and-go breakfast and lunch options, pop-up prize drawings, and more!

Please see tabs below for Showcases, Exhibiting Partners, and information on becoming an Exhibiting Partner.

Exhibiting Partner Options

Exhibiting Partners are an important part of National Seminar, and they can be found in Handbell Commons, the activity hub of the entire event! This year’s National Seminar is being held at the Sharonville Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio from July 14-18, 2026. Attendees can visit companies and individuals who provide equipment and services to the handbell community, while spending time with friends, colleagues, and fellow musicians. Exhibiting Partners have the option of presenting a hands-on showcase in our designated showcase room that is fully stocked with handbells and handchimes, generously loaned by handbell manufacturers.

Exhibiting Partner Booths

  • Initial booth: $325 for HMA Business Members/$475 for Non‑Members
  • Additional booths: $300 each
  • Booth size: 10’ x 10’ (includes one 8’ skirted table, two chairs, wastebasket, booth ID sign, wireless internet, electrical power, and event badges for up to two booth staff).
  • Two tickets for the banquet luncheon on Saturday, July 18 are included with each booth. Additional tickets are available for purchase.

Exhibiting Partner Showcases

  • Cost: $50 per session
  • After registering, you’ll receive a form to provide showcase details. Please complete it promptly to ensure your session is promoted to attendees during class selection.

Handbell Commons Schedule

  • Load‑In: 
    Monday, July 13: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
    Tuesday, July 14: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
     
  • Handbell Commons Hours:
    Tuesday, July 14: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM
    Wednesday-Friday, July 15-17: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM, then 2:30 PM-6:00 PM
    Saturday, July 18: 8:00 AM -12:00 PM
     
  • Load‑Out:
    Saturday, July 18: 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Notes

  • Handbell Commons will close daily from 1:00 PM- 2:30 PM for the mid‑day concert.
  • Happy Hours in Handbell Commons on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Exhibiting Partner Regulations

Required Personnel: An exhibitor must be in charge of their display during display hours. All exhibitors must close their exhibits promptly at closing time and vacate Handbell Commons thirty minutes following. If additional time is required, this must be requested in advance with the Exhibitor Coordinator. Booths are not to be dismantled or packed up prior to 11:45 AM on Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Exhibitor Badges: Exhibitor badges must be worn at all times and are required for admission to Handbell Commons. Badges are non-transferable. Exhibitor badges provide access to Handbell Commons, the Exhibiting Partner Showcase Room, and the concert space. Classroom access is not permitted.

Cancellation Policy

Exhibitors have the right to cancel their booth upon written notice to Handbell Musicians of America (HMA). There will be a 10% service charge for any booth cancellation. After April 1, 2026, 50% of the booth fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made on cancellations after June 1, 2026. All money forfeited by cancellation is not refundable or transferable in any way. Exhibiting Partners must be in charge of their display during display hours. All exhibitors must close their exhibits promptly at closing time and vacate Handbell Commons thirty minutes following. If additional time is required, this must be requested in advance with the Exhibitor Coordinator. Booths are not to be dismantled or packed up prior to 1:30 PM on Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Register as Exhibiting Partner

Our Exhibiting Partners

Come to Handbell Commons to visit these outstanding Exhibiting Partners with more to come!

8-Bit Handbell Publishing
AGEHR Publishing
Alfred Handbell
Beckenhorst Press Inc.
CantoBell Hub
Choristers Guild
Grassy Meadow Music
Heitz Handbells and Music
Hope Publishing Company
Jeffers Handbell Supply Inc
LDM Embroidery
Malmark Bells, Inc.
Schulmerich Bells, LLC
Two Tacos High
Witte Travel & Tours

We encourage you to attend these Exhibiting Partner Showcases, which include presentations and reading sessions.

Showcases in alphabetical order by Exhibiting Partner name.
 

8-Bit Handbell Publishing

Nick Hanson

Saturday, July 18, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Alfred Handbell

Fresh on the Stand: Alfred Handbell’s Fall, Advent, and Christmas 2026 New Releases

Kathryn Jurado

Friday, July 16, 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM

Be among the first to hear and ring Alfred Handbell’s newest Fall, Advent, and Christmas releases for 2026 in this hands-on reading session. Explore inspiring new repertoire by today’s composers and arrangers designed to ring beautifully, rehearse efficiently, and support meaningful programming for ensembles of all levels.

AGEHR Publishing

RingCraft & Beyond: Exploring the Future of AGEHR Publishing

Brian Childers

Thursday, July 16, 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM

Join AGEHR Publishing as we reveal an exciting new series, explore our stirring, latest releases and look back at favorites from AGEHR.

 

Beckenhorst Press

Mitchell Eithun

Wednesday, July 15, 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

 

CantoBell Hub

New Music from CantoBell Hub

Phoebe Yeung

Thursday, July 16, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Join CantoBell Hub for a showcase of brand new handbell music from Hong Kong composers and arrangers. Hear the stories behind these and other fresh compositions created specifically for school, church, and community ensembles. Participants will have the opportunity to meet the composers and sight-read through these Level 1-4 exemplary works, gaining inspiration for their own programming.

 

Choristers Guild

New From Choristers Guild

Mark Arnold, Sandra Eithun, Nick Hanson, Carol Lynn Mizell

Thursday, July 16, 9:00 AM -10:15 AM

Come and experience some of the newest music from Choristers Guild. Find your favorite bell position, and have fun ringing a variety of new music under the direction of amazing and inspiring composers. If you’re lucky, you may the winner of one of our prize drawings. We hope to see you there.

 

Grassy Meadow Music

New Music from Grassy Meadow Music

Jason Krug

Thursday, July 16, 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM

Come ring some of the newest titles from Grassy Meadow Music! Whether handbell solo, duet, 8-bell or 12-bell ensemble, or full choir, there’s something for all handbell musicians!

 

Heitz Handbells and Music

Solo, Bell Tree, Small Ensemble? No problem!

Michèle Sharik, Karen Van Wert, Nikki Evans, Carol Scheel

Friday, July 17, 10:30 AM -11:45 aM

New music for Bell Trees, Solos, and Small handbell ensembles have been published over the year. Listen to some of the new music and play others in class.

 

Hope Publishing

There’s Always Hope

Brenda Austin & Various Handbell Composers

Wednesday, July 15, 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM

Join editor, Brenda Austin as you read and ring Hope’s brand new titles. This session will be packed with great music from a variety of levels and styles. Several of their fine composers will make an appearance to conduct their music. Walk away with one copy of your three favorite pieces to peruse at your leisure.

 

Jeffers Handbell Supply

Hot Off the Press from Jeffers Publications!

Kevin McChesney

Friday, July 17, 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM

There are a ton of great ideas floating around on the web and social media sites and there’s also some misinformation. Join us in this hands-on session as we share and demonstrate tips for using your handbells and Choirchimes that will provide you with musical results without compromising your instruments.

 

Malmark Bells, Inc.

Keeping Your Handbells and Choirchimes in Top Condition – The Dos and Don’ts of Ringing

Hyosang Park & Kathy Ebling Shaw

Tuesday, July 14, 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM

There are a ton of great ideas floating around on the web and social media sites and there’s also some misinformation. Join us in this hands-on session as we share and demonstrate tips for using your handbells and Choirchimes that will provide you with musical results without compromising your instruments.

 

Schulmerich Bells, LLC

Introducing the Schulmerich Glockenspiel

Greig Ashurst & Bethan Neely

Friday, July 17, 9:00 AM – 10:15 PM

Discover the brilliance of the new Schulmerich Glockenspiel, introduced by its designer, Greig Ashurst. Hailed as the most authentic glockenspiel on the market, this instrument features an extraordinary extended range up to C9, offering unmatched clarity, brilliance, and expressive capability. Whether showcased as a unique solo instrument or used to add color to a full handbell choir, small ensemble, band, orchestra, or choir, this glockenspiel elevates any performance. Join this session to explore its design, musical versatility, and creative applications—and be among the first to experience how this remarkable instrument can transform your ensemble’s sound.