Learning to Ring Using Handchimes

This 112-page spiral-bound instructional manual is part of the Learn to Ring series and is presented in four parts. First - An Introduction: Includes history, notation, position assignments, conducting, color-coding for non-music readers and more. Second - Ensemble Ringing: eleven sequential lessons deigned to teach basic reading and music reading techniques. Third - General Music - Addresses use of handchimes in general music classes. Topics include: random ringing, chordal patterns, melodies and accompaniment patterns. The last chapter includes an overview of techniques to help those with special needs.  The ultimate resource for handchimes in a school or community setting. Note: Exercises written as 'notes in space' using L and R, rather than notes on a line.  To teach the important space/line concept, exercises can be rewritten.