THE NEW RIVER BELL ENSEMBLE

SEEKING HANDBELL RINGERS FOR ALL SEASONS

The New River Bell Ensemble, a community English handbell group is always looking for new ringers!  Although experience ringing handbells is not required, ability to read music is essential.  Interested persons should contact Tina Cunningham, 276-579-2123, or beartreefarm2@gmail.com.  Rehearsals are Monday evenings, 7:00-8:30 pm in the Historic 1908 Courthouse Auditorium in Independence.

The New River Bell Ensemble is a community Handbell group under the musical direction by Larissa Venzie.  The NRBE was formed in 2013 through the efforts of Tina Cunningham & Susan Francis Kandies and has performed in Sparta, Independence and Galax.  The NRBE is administered by The Arts & Cultural Council of the Twin Counties.

Spring Concerts 2024

Friday, May 10th at 7pm, UMC Hillsville

Saturday, May 18th at 7pm, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Wytheville

Saturday, June 1st at 7pm, The Historic 1908 Courthouse in Independence

 

NEW RIVER BELL ENSEMBLE ~ BUY A BELL CAMPAIGN

The New River Bell Ensemble has launched its first fundraising campaign to purchase additional handbell octave sets. Their current set of bells was purchased through generous donations from the Grayson County Community Theatre and individuals throughout the Twin Counties. In order to expand their repertoire and accommodate the growing roster of ringers, the Ensemble needs to add octave sets of handbells. The goal is to raise $20,000.  Donors at the $250 level and above may dedicate a bell with an engraved sentiment on the bell handle.

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