Handbell Choirs

CHANCEL HANDBELLS

Chancel Handbells is an auditioned ensemble of 13 ringers under the direction of Organist Jerry Westenkuehler. This choir plays 5 octaves of Schulmerich Handbells and 5 octaves of Malmark Choir Chimes regularly in worship.  To inquire about participation in this ensemble, contact Dr. Westenkuehler at jerry@arborlawnumc.org.  This choir meets on Wednesday nights from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the handbell suite in the SAM building.
 
 
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CARILLON HANDBELLS

Carillon Handbells is an auditioned ensemble of 13 ringers under the direction of Organist Jerry Westenkuehler.  This choir plays 5 octaves of Schulmerich Handbells and 5 octaves of Malmark Choir Chimes regularly in worship.  To inquire about participation in this ensemble, contact Dr. Westenkuehler at jerry@arborlawnumc.org.  This choir meets on Wednesday nights from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the handbell suite in the SAM building.
ARBORLAWN HANDBELL ENSEMBLE

The Arborlawn Handbell Ensemble is an audtioned ensemble of 4-5 ringers that rings a variety of handbell ensemble literature.  Under the direction of Julie Jacobs, this choir meets on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 p.m.
HANDBELLS 101

Handbells 101 is a beginner's introduction to handbell techinque held during a four week during the summer.  Those interested in participation should contact Jerry Westenkuehler or Julie Jacobs.