WHO:
Bells of the Lakes is always seeking individuals with experience and interest in promoting the art, skill, performance and educational aspects of handbell ringing. Membership in Bells of the Lakes is by audition. In addition to active members, Bells of the Lakes maintains a list of substitute ringers, who are called on for rehearsals, performances, or tapings as needed. Getting to know someone over a long time is a great way to have a “gradual audition.” With an ensemble like this, it’s helpful to know that someone fits into our community personally, as well as musically.
Members of Bells of the Lakes are expected to attend rehearsals and concerts, arrange for substitutes when necessary, learn individual parts outside of rehearsal, participate in workshops and festivals, load or unload equipment for each event, provide their own formal and informal dress, and help with other organizational chores as specified by the group’s officers.
Bells of the Lakes auditions are held annually during the summer months and are scheduled by the music director. Notices about audition dates are posted in the Handbell Musicians of America Area VII newsletter, Clapper Chatter.
Auditions for 2011-2012 Season are Monday July 25th, 2011!
WHERE:
Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church
Art Gallery (upstairs)
511 Groveland, Minneapolis, MN 55403
WHEN:
Monday, July 25
5:30 – Registration, Snacks, Refreshments
6:00 – Auditions begin
WHAT:
Please review the forms listed below for more information about Bells of the Lakes, our audition process, and our ringer expectation. We have also included a preliminary calendar for you. Please print out and complete the Audition form and bring with you to auditions.
- 2011-2012 Audition Letter
- 2011-2012 Ringer Responsibilities
- 2011-2012 Application (print, fill out, and bring with you)
- 2011-2012 Preliminary Calendar (subject to change)
To express interest in subbing or auditioning, please send an e-mail to:
info @ bellsofthelakes.org