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Bell Choir and Music Room

by Erie Beemsterboer on May 7, 2009

in General,Items of Interest,Music

We have had two performances not too far apart and the choir did really well. Both times I received numerous compliments about how well the choir sounded. I really enjoy hearing these compliments, but without all the great and hard work of the ringers, it would not have been possible. It is not always easy for the group to practice; most of the time someone is absent. And that makes a huge difference in how the piece sounds. Also, the layout and acoustics of our practice room are quite different from the sounds in the sanctuary. Therefore, it is a big accomplishment for the whole group that we did so well. We are starting a few new pieces so that we will keep enhancing the worship services with this beautiful music. [ more » ]

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Bell Choir

by Erie Beemsterboer on September 16, 2008

in Items of Interest,Music

In September, we will start with the bell choir again. In July, I went to Westminster Choir College and I learned a host of new things about playing bells. All kinds of new techniques, new ways of using the bells to enhance our worship services. I am looking forward to include some of these with our new choir.

We will meet every Sunday before the service from 9:50 a.m. until 10:20 a.m. and start learning all these things. I hope to see a lot of faces upstairs in the music room to help me make beautiful music with these wonderful bells!

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