We seek to offer instrumental musical opportunities for various age groups through which individuals may use their gifts in service through music. You are invited to be a part of our music ministry which celebrates the abundance of God’s gifts and reaffirms music’s inspirational, nurturing, and enlightening role in our spiritual lives.

Joyful Bells (JB)

This is a group open to individuals who have a basic proficient understanding of music theory. Ringers play a range of bells each to add to the overall sound of a piece. Ringing education is a large part of instruction in this group. This is a Copper Level Choir.

  • Rehearsals: Sundays from 7pm-8:30pm, in the Bell Room
  • Handbell Program Director: Nathan Snyder via nsnyder@fumcmid.org

Carillon Choir

Advanced bell ringers make up this group of musicians, who study and perform music together. Ringers have advanced knowledge in bell technique and music theory, which adds to the overall competency of the group. This is a Bronze Level Choir.

  • Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 1:00-2:30 pm, in the Bell Room
  • Handbell Program Director: Nathan Snyder

Bell Quartets, Duets, & Solo Ringing

Seasonally, we offer the opportunity to expand ringing skills via smaller ringing groups. Typically, these groups meet during the summer or over the course of a season to learn new skills in 4 in hand, table ringing, bell trees, etc. Musical selections are provided by the church and pieces are offered up as special music throughout the year.

  • Groups meet as requested and needed.