Michèle Sharik

Ryman Ballroom A
Sunday, July 31
11:00 am – 12:15 pm

Weaving is an essential skill for all handbell ringers, from brand newbies to veterans. We’ll learn how to weave safely and with optimum sound production.

Michèle Sharik rings professionally with Sonos Handbell Ensemble, is the founding Artistic Director of Timbré, and is an internationally-renowned handbell soloist, conductor, and teacher. She designed and is the Master Teacher of the Handbell Techniques curriculum for HMA’s Handbell Musician Certification program.

In addition to degrees in computer programming, visual and performing arts, and music technology, she has a master’s certificate in Performing Arts Medicine and is a fervent “evangelist” for safe ringing techniques.

Karen Van Wert

Ryman Ballroom C
Sunday, July 31
11:00 am – 12:15 pm

Harnessing the knowledge of handbell science opens the door to experimenting in sound production. Simple movement of a sustained note or perfect execution of a technique can add drama and interest to a performance. Ringing the final chord with a deliberate style will close the piece in keeping with the mood. Abrupt or slowly fading into the distance, contemplative or exciting, joyous or sorrow-filled – help the music tell the story you wish to convey. Come into my laboratory and experiment with purpose.

Karen Van Wert started her music ministry at the age of 4 singing in the St. Paul Lutheran Church children’s choir in Hampton, Iowa. Her love of music and her Lord continues to grow and has followed her around the world.

Karen was introduced to handbells as a charter member of the St. Stephen handbell choir, Bloomington, MN. As she developed her solo ringing and bell tree skills, she has expanded her performances to include travel throughout Minnesota, Iowa and Europe.

In addition to ringing, Karen shares her handbell passion by offering classes and coaching. As an accredited level one certification instructor, Karen has taught numerous classes at Handbell Musicians of America Area VII Festivals and National Seminar. She hosted the inaugural Into the Forest, a gathering of bell tree ringers to share knowledge and goals. Handbells also are a frequent subject of Karen’s camera and creativity making handbell themed jewelry, greeting cards clothing and more.

Karen and bell boy, James Fuchs, make their home in Savage, MN.

Kathleen Wissinger

Ryman Ballroom D
Sunday, July 31
11:00 am – 12:15 pm

A strong foundation of understanding and experience makes for confident, capable ringers. Let’s explore a method that grows successful ringers: Square One: a complete Level 1 curriculum that gets ringers ringing and reading notation right away. (Bring notebooks and mallets.)

Director, Educator, Composer, Publisher, Ringer, Clinician – Kath is all about the bells…and bell people! Known for her creative teaching style, clear directing and engaging compositions, she has led events across the US and in Canada and Japan. She directs Mosaic (a community ensemble) and Gloria Dei (an adult church group). Eighteen years of teaching handbells in the classroom spurred Kath to develop “Square One,” a complete curriculum for first-year ringers. With over 200 pieces in print, Kath loves exploring a wide range of ringing possibilities – Level 1 to Level 5; concert, worship, school, festival; Bell Tree-Solo-Duet-Quartet-Full Ensemble; pedagogical works; hymns and songs that incorporate handbells…. you name it! Recently, she started a publishing company “ringTrue” that allows her to release these plus niche pieces and works in multiple settings or keys. Kath coordinates the CHIME Loan program for Area 3, served on the Area 3 Board for 8 years, often serves as a mentor to ringers, directors and composers (in person and on Zoom) and helps organize new events. A former National Park Service Ranger with a degree in geology, she lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia where she has taught piano lessons for 30+ years and makes world-famous bread & butter pickles. Contact her at [email protected]

In addition to ringing, Karen shares her handbell passion by offering classes and coaching. As an accredited level one certification instructor, Karen has taught numerous classes at Handbell Musicians of America Area VII Festivals and National Seminar. She hosted the inaugural Into the Forest, a gathering of bell tree ringers to share knowledge and goals. Handbells also are a frequent subject of Karen’s camera and creativity making handbell themed jewelry, greeting cards clothing and more.

Karen and bell boy, James Fuchs, make their home in Savage, MN.

Ron Mallory

Ryman Ballroom F
Sunday, July 31
11:00 am – 12:15 pm

Overview of Music Theory

Ever wonder why some pieces have lots of sharps and flats, while others have none? Curious why a composer chooses to write certain notes, and not others? This class will give a broad overview of scales, chords, key signatures, melody, harmony, and more, as we take a look “under the hood” of some well-known handbell pieces to see how and why they work. This is a great introduction for those who may be considering music theory certification courses in the future, or who just want a quick primer on the basics of music theory.

Ron Mallory has been playing, directing, and composing for handbells for more than 25 years. In addition to his work as a composer/arranger, Ron runs Martellato Media, which produces handbell demos and music for multimedia projects, and Paraboloid Press, a music and arts publishing company. Ron has extensive experience directing handbells in the church, school, and community choir settings. He has more than 250 handbell pieces in print and has won multiple composition contests. Ron has served as guest conductor at numerous festivals and teaches regularly at local and national handbell conferences. Outside of music, Ron’s primary interest is astronomy, and he is actively involved in science education. Many of his musical compositions are written on astronomical themes.

Ron has a master’s degree in choral conducting from the University of Washington and a bachelor’s degree in music composition from California State University, Long Beach. He currently lives in Mulvane, KS with his wife Emily and their children, Vivian, Miles, and Rigel. A lifelong Christian, Ron is always working to grow in his relationship with God. For more about Ron and his music, visit ronmallorymusic.com.

Jason Krug

Ryman Ballroom A
Sunday, July 31
1:30 pm – 2:45 pm

The organist at your church plays several hymns every Sunday while the bells just lie on their tables or, worse yet, in their cases.  Learn simple and effective ways to incorporate handbells with your weekly hymns in ways that are sure to delight and uplift your congregation.  Participants will look at sample hymns, brainstorm practical ways to include handbells, and play through the hymns using those ideas.

Jason W. Krug (b. 1978) is a native of Indianapolis, Indiana.  He holds a degree in music from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Jason is a full-time freelance composer, arranger, clinician, and teacher.  Since his first publication in 2006, he’s had over 400 compositions and arrangements accepted for handbells, piano, strings, organ, and choir.  His works have been featured at numerous festivals and workshops in the United States and beyond.  He is also the owner of and editor for Grassy Meadow Music, which publishes sheet music for handbells, piano, and strings.

In his spare time, Jason enjoys writing.  He has spent several years working on a young adult fantasy series, The Sadonian Chronicles, and recently released his first non-fiction book, The General Theory of Creativity.  He frequently participates in the National Novel Writing Month event in November.Jason continues to live in Indianapolis with his wife Ellen and his sons Daniel and Malcolm.  You can find him on the web at jasonwkrug.com and grassymeadowmusic.com.

Michèle Sharik

Ryman Ballroom B
Sunday, July 31
1:30 pm – 2:45 pm

As handbell musicians, we’re pretty good at using our hands, but how about adding in our feet? Four-limb independence is the Holy Grail of coordination exercises, so let’s work on getting our feet moving, too!

Michèle Sharik rings professionally with Sonos Handbell Ensemble, is the founding Artistic Director of Timbré, and is an internationally-renowned handbell soloist, conductor, and teacher. She designed and is the Master Teacher of the Handbell Techniques curriculum for HMA’s Handbell Musician Certification program.

In addition to degrees in computer programming, visual and performing arts, and music technology, she has a masters certificate in Performing Arts Medicine and is a fervent “evangelist” for safe ringing techniques.

Kathleen Wissinger

Ryman Ballroom D
Sunday, July 31
1:30 pm – 2:45 pm

Let’s explore the enticing world of mixed meter! We will strengthen our mixed meter muscles through simple, progressive exercises – then explore and ring through some iconic pieces. You might just amaze yourself! Bring mallets.

Director, Educator, Composer, Publisher, Ringer, Clinician – Kath is all about the bells…and bell people! Known for her creative teaching style, clear directing and engaging compositions, she has led events across the US and in Canada and Japan. She directs Mosaic (a community ensemble) and Gloria Dei (an adult church group). Eighteen years of teaching handbells in the classroom spurred Kath to develop “Square One,” a complete curriculum for first-year ringers. With over 200 pieces in print, Kath loves exploring a wide range of ringing possibilities – Level 1 to Level 5; concert, worship, school, festival; Bell Tree-Solo-Duet-Quartet-Full Ensemble; pedagogical works; hymns and songs that incorporate handbells…. you name it! Recently, she started a publishing company “ringTrue” that allows her to release these plus niche pieces and works in multiple settings or keys. Kath coordinates the CHIME Loan program for Area 3, served on the Area 3 Board for 8 years, often serves as a mentor to ringers, directors and composers (in person and on Zoom) and helps organize new events. A former National Park Service Ranger with a degree in geology, she lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia where she has taught piano lessons for 30+ years and makes world-famous bread & butter pickles. Contact her at [email protected]

Michael Joy

Ryman Ballroom C
Sunday, July 31
1:30 pm – 2:45 pm

Let’s explore the enticing world of mixed meter! We will strengthen our mixed meter muscles through simple, progressive exercises – then explore and ring through some iconic pieces. You might just amaze yourself! Bring mallets.

Born and raised in Canton, Ohio, Michael Joy has lived in Philadelphia, PA since 1974. He received a Bachelor of Music Degree in Theory and Composition from Baldwin-Wallace University. He studied handbells with Donald Allured and handbell composition with Arnold Sherman. For the last 46 years Michael has been the Music Director at First Presbyterian Church in Ambler, PA where he started the handbell program in 1978. In 2019 Michael retired from The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, PA where he taught for 21 years and developed the handbell program there.

Michael is the Executive Editor for the GIA Foundations Series, designed specifically for developing handbell ensembles in schools.  He is the co-author (with Sandra Eithun) of Pathways to Musical Ringing, a new reproducible series from Choristers Guild. Michael is a published composer and has taught at Handbell Musicians of America Area festivals and National Seminars, PMEA district and state conferences, and the 2008 International Handbell Symposium. He was the inaugural director of the first College Ring-In from 2016-2018. In June of 2019, Michael was the inaugural conductor for Reaching for Bronze, a handbell event for ringers who aspire to become advanced level ringers. He received the Donald E. Allured Original Composition Award for 2011. Jeffers Publishing Company named Michael Composer of the Year for 2004 for his composition Dorian Dance. Michael also served two terms as the Secretary for Area 2 of the Handbell Musicians of America.

David Harris

Ryman Ballroom B
Sunday, July 31
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

How do you make the most of the precious rehearsal minutes you have with your group? We’ll discuss thorough planning before rehearsal, efficient execution and strong leadership during rehearsal, and causal analysis after rehearsal.

David M. Harris is in his 33rd season as the music director of The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally-recognized touring handbell ensemble based in Raleigh, NC.  David was instrumental in the formation of this auditioned choir in 1990.  Under his leadership, The Raleigh Ringers have performed in France and England; on International Television on the “Hour of Power” program; as a showcase choir for the Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar and Area Festivals; with the North Carolina and Virginia Symphony Orchestras; and as special guest performers at the Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, New York.  The Raleigh Ringers are in constant demand as featured guest performers for various artist series and handbell festivals around the country.

The Raleigh Ringers have premiered hundreds of handbell compositions by nationally-known handbell composers including William Payn, Hart Morris, Arnold Sherman, Karen Buckwalter, Kevin McChesney, Cathy Moklebust, Bill Griffin, and Fred Gramann.  The group has worked with Jeffers Publications to produce “The Raleigh Ringers Series”, a set of handbell publications intended for advanced choirs.  To date, The Raleigh Ringers have released seven very popular CDs and two full-length DVDs.   Both DVDs have been featured in PBS Holiday specials syndicated across 250+ PBS stations and affiliates in 45 states.   The Raleigh Ringers also record demonstration music several times a year for some of the largest handbell publishers.

David is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University and has studied conducting privately with Dr. William A. Payn (Bucknell University).  He has served The Handbell Musicians of America in several capacities: as All-Star Conductor, Ringing Track Conductor and Instructor for the National Seminar; as clinician for numerous Local and Area Festivals and Workshops; as North Carolina State Chairman; and as Area III Treasurer.  Because of his strong interest in the development of community handbell programs, David served as chairman for the first ever Handbell Musicians-sponsored event for community ringers entitled, “Pinnacle 2000”, held in Las Vegas.  David and The Raleigh Ringers developed and sponsor the biennual event, “Virtuoso”, a performance-focused event for advanced ringers.    In addition, David has led handbell festivals and workshops in 37 states as well as in England, Puerto Rico, Canada and the Caribbean.  He has also been the primary handbell clinician for several denominational music events, including Montreat (NC), Lake Junaluska (NC), Lutheridge (NC), Mo-Ranch (TX) and Massanetta (VA). David is also one of the co-founders of the very successful Capital Area Handbell Festival, held annually in Raleigh.  He has written several articles for Overtones, the national publication of The Handbell Musicians of America.

Kathleen Wissinger

Ryman Ballroom D
Sunday, July 31
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

Don’t you love a surprise? That’s the beauty of syncopation – stressed notes in surprising places and missing notes in others.  We’ll deconstruct and then rebuild rhythmic patterns to make them easy to identify and play accurately  – and then we’ll ring through some pieces to test our new skills. Take two tied-8ths and call me in the morning! (Bring notebooks and mallets.)

Director, Educator, Composer, Publisher, Ringer, Clinician – Kath is all about the bells…and bell people! Known for her creative teaching style, clear directing and engaging compositions, she has led events across the US and in Canada and Japan. She directs Mosaic (a community ensemble) and Gloria Dei (an adult church group). Eighteen years of teaching handbells in the classroom spurred Kath to develop “Square One,” a complete curriculum for first-year ringers. With over 200 pieces in print, Kath loves exploring a wide range of ringing possibilities – Level 1 to Level 5; concert, worship, school, festival; Bell Tree-Solo-Duet-Quartet-Full Ensemble; pedagogical works; hymns and songs that incorporate handbells…. you name it! Recently, she started a publishing company “ringTrue” that allows her to release these plus niche pieces and works in multiple settings or keys. Kath coordinates the CHIME Loan program for Area 3, served on the Area 3 Board for 8 years, often serves as a mentor to ringers, directors and composers (in person and on Zoom) and helps organize new events. A former National Park Service Ranger with a degree in geology, she lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia where she has taught piano lessons for 30+ years and makes world-famous bread & butter pickles. Contact her at [email protected]

Michèle Sharik

Ryman Ballroom F
Sunday, July 31
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

Do you find yourself with 5 or more octaves of bells, but only 8 ringers? People have solved this problem in many ways over the years. In this hands-on overview of different assignment strategies — Allured, Hilty, Ivey, KatSigning, and beyond — we will try out a bunch of different ways to assign the bells to ringers.

Michèle Sharik rings professionally with Sonos Handbell Ensemble, is the founding Artistic Director of Timbré, and is an internationally-renowned handbell soloist, conductor, and teacher. She designed and is the Master Teacher of the Handbell Techniques curriculum for HMA’s Handbell Musician Certification program.

In addition to degrees in computer programming, visual and performing arts, and music technology, she has a masters certificate in Performing Arts Medicine and is a fervent “evangelist” for safe ringing techniques.

Michael Joy

Ryman Ballroom C
Sunday, July 31
4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

This is a 2-session track which will cover various aspects of working with processionals. The first session will deal with how to rehearse processionals effectively. The second will deal with how to choreograph processionals to enhance the visual presentation.

Born and raised in Canton, Ohio, Michael Joy has lived in Philadelphia, PA since 1974. He received a Bachelor of Music Degree in Theory and Composition from Baldwin-Wallace University. He studied handbells with Donald Allured and handbell composition with Arnold Sherman. For the last 46 years Michael has been the Music Director at First Presbyterian Church in Ambler, PA where he started the handbell program in 1978. In 2019 Michael retired from The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, PA where he taught for 21 years and developed the handbell program there.

Michael is the Executive Editor for the GIA Foundations Series, designed specifically for developing handbell ensembles in schools.  He is the co-author (with Sandra Eithun) of Pathways to Musical Ringing, a new reproducible series from Choristers Guild. Michael is a published composer and has taught at Handbell Musicians of America Area festivals and National Seminars, PMEA district and state conferences, and the 2008 International Handbell Symposium. He was the inaugural director of the first College Ring-In from 2016-2018. In June of 2019, Michael was the inaugural conductor for Reaching for Bronze, a handbell event for ringers who aspire to become advanced level ringers. He received the Donald E. Allured Original Composition Award for 2011. Jeffers Publishing Company named Michael Composer of the Year for 2004 for his composition Dorian Dance. Michael also served two terms as the Secretary for Area 2 of the Handbell Musicians of America.

David Harris

Ryman Ballroom B
Sunday, July 31
4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

This class will explore both the rationale and procedures for starting a community-based handbell program as well as thoughts and ideas regarding how to keep your group going for as long as possible!

David M. Harris is in his 33rd season as the music director of The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally-recognized touring handbell ensemble based in Raleigh, NC.  David was instrumental in the formation of this auditioned choir in 1990.  Under his leadership, The Raleigh Ringers have performed in France and England; on International Television on the “Hour of Power” program; as a showcase choir for the Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar and Area Festivals; with the North Carolina and Virginia Symphony Orchestras; and as special guest performers at the Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, New York.  The Raleigh Ringers are in constant demand as featured guest performers for various artist series and handbell festivals around the country.

The Raleigh Ringers have premiered hundreds of handbell compositions by nationally-known handbell composers including William Payn, Hart Morris, Arnold Sherman, Karen Buckwalter, Kevin McChesney, Cathy Moklebust, Bill Griffin, and Fred Gramann.  The group has worked with Jeffers Publications to produce “The Raleigh Ringers Series”, a set of handbell publications intended for advanced choirs.  To date, The Raleigh Ringers have released seven very popular CDs and two full-length DVDs.   Both DVDs have been featured in PBS Holiday specials syndicated across 250+ PBS stations and affiliates in 45 states.   The Raleigh Ringers also record demonstration music several times a year for some of the largest handbell publishers.

David is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University and has studied conducting privately with Dr. William A. Payn (Bucknell University).  He has served The Handbell Musicians of America in several capacities: as All-Star Conductor, Ringing Track Conductor and Instructor for the National Seminar; as clinician for numerous Local and Area Festivals and Workshops; as North Carolina State Chairman; and as Area III Treasurer.  Because of his strong interest in the development of community handbell programs, David served as chairman for the first ever Handbell Musicians-sponsored event for community ringers entitled, “Pinnacle 2000”, held in Las Vegas.  David and The Raleigh Ringers developed and sponsor the biennual event, “Virtuoso”, a performance-focused event for advanced ringers.    In addition, David has led handbell festivals and workshops in 37 states as well as in England, Puerto Rico, Canada and the Caribbean.  He has also been the primary handbell clinician for several denominational music events, including Montreat (NC), Lake Junaluska (NC), Lutheridge (NC), Mo-Ranch (TX) and Massanetta (VA). David is also one of the co-founders of the very successful Capital Area Handbell Festival, held annually in Raleigh.  He has written several articles for Overtones, the national publication of The Handbell Musicians of America.

Karen Van Wert

Ryman Ballroom F
Sunday, July 31
4:30 pm – 5:45 pm

How do you take your choir from zero to ring and record in 60 minutes? Using the acrynom “MAP the STARS” to break down the music and build it up to success.

Karen Van Wert started her music ministry at the age of 4 singing in the St. Paul Lutheran Church children’s choir in Hampton, Iowa. Her love of music and her Lord continues to grow and has followed her around the world.

Karen was introduced to handbells as a charter member of the St. Stephen handbell choir, Bloomington, MN. As she developed her solo ringing and bell tree skills, she has expanded her performances to include travel throughout Minnesota, Iowa and Europe.

In addition to ringing, Karen shares her handbell passion by offering classes and coaching. As an accredited level one certification instructor, Karen has taught numerous classes at Handbell Musicians of America Area VII Festivals and National Seminar. She hosted the inaugural Into the Forest, a gathering of bell tree ringers to share knowledge and goals. Handbells also are a frequent subject of Karen’s camera and creativity making handbell themed jewelry, greeting cards clothing and more.

Karen and bell boy, James Fuchs, make their home in Savage, MN.

Michael Joy

Ryman Ballroom A
Monday, August 1
10:00 am – 11:15 am

Dividing the beat is a huge step forward for developing ringers. Eighth notes appear in Level 2 music through Level 6 where they are used in many different ways. Participants will develop an understanding of the hierarchy of difficulty of music using eighth notes through rote experiences, exercises, and handbell repertoire.

Born and raised in Canton, Ohio, Michael Joy has lived in Philadelphia, PA since 1974. He received a Bachelor of Music Degree in Theory and Composition from Baldwin-Wallace University. He studied handbells with Donald Allured and handbell composition with Arnold Sherman. For the last 46 years Michael has been the Music Director at First Presbyterian Church in Ambler, PA where he started the handbell program in 1978. In 2019 Michael retired from The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, PA where he taught for 21 years and developed the handbell program there.

Michael is the Executive Editor for the GIA Foundations Series, designed specifically for developing handbell ensembles in schools.  He is the co-author (with Sandra Eithun) of Pathways to Musical Ringing, a new reproducible series from Choristers Guild. Michael is a published composer and has taught at Handbell Musicians of America Area festivals and National Seminars, PMEA district and state conferences, and the 2008 International Handbell Symposium. He was the inaugural director of the first College Ring-In from 2016-2018. In June of 2019, Michael was the inaugural conductor for Reaching for Bronze, a handbell event for ringers who aspire to become advanced level ringers. He received the Donald E. Allured Original Composition Award for 2011. Jeffers Publishing Company named Michael Composer of the Year for 2004 for his composition Dorian Dance. Michael also served two terms as the Secretary for Area 2 of the Handbell Musicians of America.

Kathleen Wissinger

Ryman Ballroom D
Monday, August 1
10:00 am – 11:15 am

A strong foundation of understanding and experience makes for confident, capable ringers. Let’s explore a method that grows successful ringers: Square One: a complete Level 1 curriculum that gets ringers ringing and reading notation right away. (Bring notebooks and mallets.)

Director, Educator, Composer, Publisher, Ringer, Clinician – Kath is all about the bells…and bell people! Known for her creative teaching style, clear directing and engaging compositions, she has led events across the US and in Canada and Japan. She directs Mosaic (a community ensemble) and Gloria Dei (an adult church group). Eighteen years of teaching handbells in the classroom spurred Kath to develop “Square One,” a complete curriculum for first-year ringers. With over 200 pieces in print, Kath loves exploring a wide range of ringing possibilities – Level 1 to Level 5; concert, worship, school, festival; Bell Tree-Solo-Duet-Quartet-Full Ensemble; pedagogical works; hymns and songs that incorporate handbells…. you name it! Recently, she started a publishing company “ringTrue” that allows her to release these plus niche pieces and works in multiple settings or keys. Kath coordinates the CHIME Loan program for Area 3, served on the Area 3 Board for 8 years, often serves as a mentor to ringers, directors and composers (in person and on Zoom) and helps organize new events. A former National Park Service Ranger with a degree in geology, she lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia where she has taught piano lessons for 30+ years and makes world-famous bread & butter pickles. Contact her at [email protected]

Ron Mallory

Ryman Ballroom F
Monday, August 1
10:00 am – 11:15 am

Ever wonder why some pieces have lots of sharps and flats, while others have none? Curious why a composer chooses to write certain notes, and not others? This class will give a broad overview of scales, chords, key signatures, melody, harmony, and more, as we take a look “under the hood” of some well-known handbell pieces to see how and why they work. This is a great introduction for those who may be considering music theory certification courses in the future, or who just want a quick primer on the basics of music theory.

Ron Mallory has been playing, directing, and composing for handbells for more than 25 years. In addition to his work as a composer/arranger, Ron runs Martellato Media, which produces handbell demos and music for multimedia projects, and Paraboloid Press, a music and arts publishing company. Ron has extensive experience directing handbells in the church, school, and community choir settings. He has more than 250 handbell pieces in print and has won multiple composition contests. Ron has served as guest conductor at numerous festivals and teaches regularly at local and national handbell conferences. Outside of music, Ron’s primary interest is astronomy, and he is actively involved in science education. Many of his musical compositions are written on astronomical themes.

Ron has a master’s degree in choral conducting from the University of Washington and a bachelor’s degree in music composition from California State University, Long Beach. He currently lives in Mulvane, KS with his wife Emily and their children, Vivian, Miles, and Rigel. A lifelong Christian, Ron is always working to grow in his relationship with God. For more about Ron and his music, visit ronmallorymusic.com.

Michael Glasgow

Ryman Ballroom C
Monday, August 1
10:00 am – 11:15 am

While a rhythm game will be taught as an introductory activity and icebreaker, the class isn’t about rhythm games; it’s more of a “drill session” to help participants sharpen their rhythmic skills  (think “theory lab!”).  Corporate and individual (for those brave volunteers) rhythmic sightreading will be experienced, as will rhythmic dictation for all (e.g., “write down the rhythm you hear”).  This class is always wildly popular and well-reviewed!

An award-winning composer with an “abundant melodic gift” (New York Concert Review), Michael strives to creatively advance the art of handbell, choral and orchestral music through special projects and assignments. He has fulfilled more than 40 commissions, including Concerto for Castings, the premiere of which he will conduct in January 2022 in Hong Kong, with percussion soloist Matthew Lau.

Michael made his Carnegie Hall debut conducting his Requiem for chorus and orchestra in June 2017, and conducted its European premiere in Vienna two years later. After being named a “Distinguished Composer and Conductor” by MidAmerica Productions, Michael was invited to return to Carnegie Hall to conduct the world premiere of his Gloria in June 2022.

Michael is proud to have served as the inaugural conductor for the Anthornis and Anthornis North advanced-ringing events in Minneapolis and Fargo; additional international engagements include England, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore and the Eastern Caribbean.  He also serves as the Bass Section Leader for the North Carolina Master Chorale.

More information and samples of Michael’s work may be found at www.michaeljglasgow.com, and on Twitter and YouTube: @MichaelJGlasgow.

Catholic Instrumental Resources
Jefferey A. Hall, Nolan Roth

Ryman Exhibit Hall B1
Monday, August 1
10:00 am – 11:15 am

CIR is a NEW Christian music publisher based in Nashville TN. We will read through new handbell pieces composed by veteran composers Julie Turner and Jefferey A. Hall, as well as new composer Nolan Roth. We will also demonstrate a few additional music offerings from CIR.

Truly Horrible Things
Paul & Stevie Berryman

Ryman Ballroom B
Monday, August 1
10:00 am – 11:15 am

Come play Crimes Against Handbells and other hilariously awful card games from Truly Horrible Things! Plus check out our new products like the Wheel of Musical Mischief and new stickers!

Ron Mallory

Ryman Exhibit Hall B1
Monday, August 1
11:30 am – 12:45 pm

A showcase of the newest releases from Jeffers Handbell Supply.

David Harris

Ryman Ballroom E
Monday, August 1
11:30 am – 12:45 pm

How do you make the most of the precious rehearsal minutes you have with your group? We’ll discuss thorough planning before rehearsal, efficient execution and strong leadership during rehearsal, and causal analysis after rehearsal.

David M. Harris is in his 33rd season as the music director of The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally-recognized touring handbell ensemble based in Raleigh, NC.  David was instrumental in the formation of this auditioned choir in 1990.  Under his leadership, The Raleigh Ringers have performed in France and England; on International Television on the “Hour of Power” program; as a showcase choir for the Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar and Area Festivals; with the North Carolina and Virginia Symphony Orchestras; and as special guest performers at the Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, New York.  The Raleigh Ringers are in constant demand as featured guest performers for various artist series and handbell festivals around the country.

The Raleigh Ringers have premiered hundreds of handbell compositions by nationally-known handbell composers including William Payn, Hart Morris, Arnold Sherman, Karen Buckwalter, Kevin McChesney, Cathy Moklebust, Bill Griffin, and Fred Gramann.  The group has worked with Jeffers Publications to produce “The Raleigh Ringers Series”, a set of handbell publications intended for advanced choirs.  To date, The Raleigh Ringers have released seven very popular CDs and two full-length DVDs.   Both DVDs have been featured in PBS Holiday specials syndicated across 250+ PBS stations and affiliates in 45 states.   The Raleigh Ringers also record demonstration music several times a year for some of the largest handbell publishers.

David is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University and has studied conducting privately with Dr. William A. Payn (Bucknell University).  He has served The Handbell Musicians of America in several capacities: as All-Star Conductor, Ringing Track Conductor and Instructor for the National Seminar; as clinician for numerous Local and Area Festivals and Workshops; as North Carolina State Chairman; and as Area III Treasurer.  Because of his strong interest in the development of community handbell programs, David served as chairman for the first ever Handbell Musicians-sponsored event for community ringers entitled, “Pinnacle 2000”, held in Las Vegas.  David and The Raleigh Ringers developed and sponsor the biennual event, “Virtuoso”, a performance-focused event for advanced ringers.    In addition, David has led handbell festivals and workshops in 37 states as well as in England, Puerto Rico, Canada and the Caribbean.  He has also been the primary handbell clinician for several denominational music events, including Montreat (NC), Lake Junaluska (NC), Lutheridge (NC), Mo-Ranch (TX) and Massanetta (VA). David is also one of the co-founders of the very successful Capital Area Handbell Festival, held annually in Raleigh.  He has written several articles for Overtones, the national publication of The Handbell Musicians of America.

Witte Travel & Tours
Debbie Rice & Keith Cole

Ryman Ballroom A
Monday, August 1
11:30 am – 12:45 pm

Join Debbie Rice and Keith Cole to learn all about the upcoming 2023 International Handbell Festival Tour in Ireland! We’ll share some preliminary information about itinerary highlights and talk about the experience you can expect to have on tour. This exciting travel opportunity will be open to ringers and non-ringers alike, so all handbell enthusiasts are welcome to attend!

Kathleen Wissinger

Ryman Ballroom D
Monday, August 1
11:30 am – 12:45 pm

Don’t you love a surprise? That’s the beauty of syncopation – stressed notes in surprising places and missing notes in others.  We’ll deconstruct and then rebuild rhythmic patterns to make them easy to identify and play accurately  – and then we’ll ring through some pieces to test our new skills. Take two tied-8ths and call me in the morning! (Bring notebooks and mallets.)

Director, Educator, Composer, Publisher, Ringer, Clinician – Kath is all about the bells…and bell people! Known for her creative teaching style, clear directing and engaging compositions, she has led events across the US and in Canada and Japan. She directs Mosaic (a community ensemble) and Gloria Dei (an adult church group). Eighteen years of teaching handbells in the classroom spurred Kath to develop “Square One,” a complete curriculum for first-year ringers. With over 200 pieces in print, Kath loves exploring a wide range of ringing possibilities – Level 1 to Level 5; concert, worship, school, festival; Bell Tree-Solo-Duet-Quartet-Full Ensemble; pedagogical works; hymns and songs that incorporate handbells…. you name it! Recently, she started a publishing company “ringTrue” that allows her to release these plus niche pieces and works in multiple settings or keys. Kath coordinates the CHIME Loan program for Area 3, served on the Area 3 Board for 8 years, often serves as a mentor to ringers, directors and composers (in person and on Zoom) and helps organize new events. A former National Park Service Ranger with a degree in geology, she lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia where she has taught piano lessons for 30+ years and makes world-famous bread & butter pickles. Contact her at [email protected]

Michèle Sharik

Ryman Ballroom F
Monday, August 1
11:30 am – 12:45 pm

Do you find yourself with 5 or more octaves of bells, but only 8 ringers? People have solved this problem in many ways over the years. In this hands-on overview of different assignment strategies — Allured, Hilty, Ivey, KatSigning, and beyond — we will try out a bunch of different ways to assign the bells to ringers.

Michèle Sharik rings professionally with Sonos Handbell Ensemble, is the founding Artistic Director of Timbré, and is an internationally-renowned handbell soloist, conductor, and teacher. She designed and is the Master Teacher of the Handbell Techniques curriculum for HMA’s Handbell Musician Certification program.

In addition to degrees in computer programming, visual and performing arts, and music technology, she has a masters certificate in Performing Arts Medicine and is a fervent “evangelist” for safe ringing techniques.

Michael Joy

Ryman Ballroom C
Monday, August 1
11:30 am – 12:45 pm

The acronym WYSIWYG stands for “What you see is what you get.” As a corollary, David Davidson said that audiences hear what they see. Combining these two ideas, this class will explore how to help ringers “look like the music” so that audiences will experience a visual impact that will enhance their performance.

Born and raised in Canton, Ohio, Michael Joy has lived in Philadelphia, PA since 1974. He received a Bachelor of Music Degree in Theory and Composition from Baldwin-Wallace University. He studied handbells with Donald Allured and handbell composition with Arnold Sherman. For the last 46 years Michael has been the Music Director at First Presbyterian Church in Ambler, PA where he started the handbell program in 1978. In 2019 Michael retired from The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, PA where he taught for 21 years and developed the handbell program there.

Michael is the Executive Editor for the GIA Foundations Series, designed specifically for developing handbell ensembles in schools.  He is the co-author (with Sandra Eithun) of Pathways to Musical Ringing, a new reproducible series from Choristers Guild. Michael is a published composer and has taught at Handbell Musicians of America Area festivals and National Seminars, PMEA district and state conferences, and the 2008 International Handbell Symposium. He was the inaugural director of the first College Ring-In from 2016-2018. In June of 2019, Michael was the inaugural conductor for Reaching for Bronze, a handbell event for ringers who aspire to become advanced level ringers. He received the Donald E. Allured Original Composition Award for 2011. Jeffers Publishing Company named Michael Composer of the Year for 2004 for his composition Dorian Dance. Michael also served two terms as the Secretary for Area 2 of the Handbell Musicians of America.

Malmark Bellcraftsmen
Kathy Shaw

Ryman Ballroom F
Monday, August 1
1:45 pm – 3:00 pm

If you own or hope to own an extended range of Choirchimes, this class is for you! Ensure the life of your instruments by learning more about the science behind their design and use.  This session will demonstrate the proper way to ring low chimes as well as incorporate them into a score.  Composers are encouraged to attend to learn more about writing for these instruments.

Michèle Sharik

Ryman Ballroom A
Monday, August 1
1:45 pm – 3:00 pm

Dynamics, tempo changes, expressive phrases…so many things in italics and Italian!  The course will teach basic conducting gestures (which directors AND ringers need to know!) and explore interpretation of how difficult-to-conduct passages may be approached, showing the importance of the left hand, getting ringers to learn conducting basics so they know what all that hand-waving is about (and ensuring that the directors are waving appropriately).  Participants are welcome and encouraged to bring pieces that present conducting challenges so that we may customize the class for specific applications. (And bring your conducting baton if you have it with you!)

Michèle Sharik rings professionally with Sonos Handbell Ensemble, is the founding Artistic Director of Timbré, and is an internationally-renowned handbell soloist, conductor, and teacher. She designed and is the Master Teacher of the Handbell Techniques curriculum for HMA’s Handbell Musician Certification program.

In addition to degrees in computer programming, visual and performing arts, and music technology, she has a masters certificate in Performing Arts Medicine and is a fervent “evangelist” for safe ringing techniques.

Michael Glasgow

Ryman Ballroom C
Monday, August 1
1:45 pm – 3:00 pm

While a rhythm game will be taught as an introductory activity and icebreaker, the class isn’t about rhythm games; it’s more of a “drill session” to help participants sharpen their rhythmic skills  (think “theory lab!”).  Corporate and individual (for those brave volunteers) rhythmic sightreading will be experienced, as will rhythmic dictation for all (e.g., “write down the rhythm you hear”).  This class is always wildly popular and well-reviewed!

An award-winning composer with an “abundant melodic gift” (New York Concert Review), Michael strives to creatively advance the art of handbell, choral and orchestral music through special projects and assignments. He has fulfilled more than 40 commissions, including Concerto for Castings, the premiere of which he will conduct in January 2022 in Hong Kong, with percussion soloist Matthew Lau.

Michael made his Carnegie Hall debut conducting his Requiem for chorus and orchestra in June 2017, and conducted its European premiere in Vienna two years later. After being named a “Distinguished Composer and Conductor” by MidAmerica Productions, Michael was invited to return to Carnegie Hall to conduct the world premiere of his Gloria in June 2022.

Michael is proud to have served as the inaugural conductor for the Anthornis and Anthornis North advanced-ringing events in Minneapolis and Fargo; additional international engagements include England, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore and the Eastern Caribbean.  He also serves as the Bass Section Leader for the North Carolina Master Chorale.

More information and samples of Michael’s work may be found at www.michaeljglasgow.com, and on Twitter and YouTube: @MichaelJGlasgow.

David Harris

Ryman Ballroom E
Monday, August 1
1:45 pm – 3:00 pm

This class will explore both the rationale and procedures for starting a community-based handbell program as well as thoughts and ideas regarding how to keep your group going for as long as possible!

David M. Harris is in his 33rd season as the music director of The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally-recognized touring handbell ensemble based in Raleigh, NC.  David was instrumental in the formation of this auditioned choir in 1990.  Under his leadership, The Raleigh Ringers have performed in France and England; on International Television on the “Hour of Power” program; as a showcase choir for the Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar and Area Festivals; with the North Carolina and Virginia Symphony Orchestras; and as special guest performers at the Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, New York.  The Raleigh Ringers are in constant demand as featured guest performers for various artist series and handbell festivals around the country.

The Raleigh Ringers have premiered hundreds of handbell compositions by nationally-known handbell composers including William Payn, Hart Morris, Arnold Sherman, Karen Buckwalter, Kevin McChesney, Cathy Moklebust, Bill Griffin, and Fred Gramann.  The group has worked with Jeffers Publications to produce “The Raleigh Ringers Series”, a set of handbell publications intended for advanced choirs.  To date, The Raleigh Ringers have released seven very popular CDs and two full-length DVDs.   Both DVDs have been featured in PBS Holiday specials syndicated across 250+ PBS stations and affiliates in 45 states.   The Raleigh Ringers also record demonstration music several times a year for some of the largest handbell publishers.

David is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University and has studied conducting privately with Dr. William A. Payn (Bucknell University).  He has served The Handbell Musicians of America in several capacities: as All-Star Conductor, Ringing Track Conductor and Instructor for the National Seminar; as clinician for numerous Local and Area Festivals and Workshops; as North Carolina State Chairman; and as Area III Treasurer.  Because of his strong interest in the development of community handbell programs, David served as chairman for the first ever Handbell Musicians-sponsored event for community ringers entitled, “Pinnacle 2000”, held in Las Vegas.  David and The Raleigh Ringers developed and sponsor the biennual event, “Virtuoso”, a performance-focused event for advanced ringers.    In addition, David has led handbell festivals and workshops in 37 states as well as in England, Puerto Rico, Canada and the Caribbean.  He has also been the primary handbell clinician for several denominational music events, including Montreat (NC), Lake Junaluska (NC), Lutheridge (NC), Mo-Ranch (TX) and Massanetta (VA). David is also one of the co-founders of the very successful Capital Area Handbell Festival, held annually in Raleigh.  He has written several articles for Overtones, the national publication of The Handbell Musicians of America.

Michael Joy

Ryman Exhibit Hall B1
Monday, August 1
1:45 pm – 3:00 pm

The acronym WYSIWYG stands for “What you see is what you get.” As a corollary, David Davidson said that audiences hear what they see. Combining these two ideas, this class will explore how to help ringers “look like the music” so that audiences will experience a visual impact that will enhance their performance.

Born and raised in Canton, Ohio, Michael Joy has lived in Philadelphia, PA since 1974. He received a Bachelor of Music Degree in Theory and Composition from Baldwin-Wallace University. He studied handbells with Donald Allured and handbell composition with Arnold Sherman. For the last 46 years Michael has been the Music Director at First Presbyterian Church in Ambler, PA where he started the handbell program in 1978. In 2019 Michael retired from The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, PA where he taught for 21 years and developed the handbell program there.

Michael is the Executive Editor for the GIA Foundations Series, designed specifically for developing handbell ensembles in schools.  He is the co-author (with Sandra Eithun) of Pathways to Musical Ringing, a new reproducible series from Choristers Guild. Michael is a published composer and has taught at Handbell Musicians of America Area festivals and National Seminars, PMEA district and state conferences, and the 2008 International Handbell Symposium. He was the inaugural director of the first College Ring-In from 2016-2018. In June of 2019, Michael was the inaugural conductor for Reaching for Bronze, a handbell event for ringers who aspire to become advanced level ringers. He received the Donald E. Allured Original Composition Award for 2011. Jeffers Publishing Company named Michael Composer of the Year for 2004 for his composition Dorian Dance. Michael also served two terms as the Secretary for Area 2 of the Handbell Musicians of America.

Karen Van Wert

Ryman Ballroom D
Monday, August 1
1:45 pm – 3:00 pm

How do you take your choir from zero to ring and record in 60 minutes? Using the acrynom “MAP the STARS” to break down the music and build it up to success.

Karen Van Wert started her music ministry at the age of 4 singing in the St. Paul Lutheran Church children’s choir in Hampton, Iowa. Her love of music and her Lord continues to grow and has followed her around the world.

Karen was introduced to handbells as a charter member of the St. Stephen handbell choir, Bloomington, MN. As she developed her solo ringing and bell tree skills, she has expanded her performances to include travel throughout Minnesota, Iowa and Europe.

In addition to ringing, Karen shares her handbell passion by offering classes and coaching. As an accredited level one certification instructor, Karen has taught numerous classes at Handbell Musicians of America Area VII Festivals and National Seminar. She hosted the inaugural Into the Forest, a gathering of bell tree ringers to share knowledge and goals. Handbells also are a frequent subject of Karen’s camera and creativity making handbell themed jewelry, greeting cards clothing and more.

Karen and bell boy, James Fuchs, make their home in Savage, MN.

Michael Glasgow

Ryman Ballroom B
Monday, August 1
3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

Dynamics, tempo changes, expressive phrases…so many things in italics and Italian!  The course will teach basic conducting gestures (which directors AND ringers need to know!) and explore interpretation of how difficult-to-conduct passages may be approached, showing the importance of the left hand, getting ringers to learn conducting basics so they know what all that hand-waving is about (and ensuring that the directors are waving appropriately).  Participants are welcome and encouraged to bring pieces that present conducting challenges so that we may customize the class for specific applications. (And bring your conducting baton if you have it with you!)

An award-winning composer with an “abundant melodic gift” (New York Concert Review), Michael strives to creatively advance the art of handbell, choral and orchestral music through special projects and assignments. He has fulfilled more than 40 commissions, including Concerto for Castings, the premiere of which he will conduct in January 2022 in Hong Kong, with percussion soloist Matthew Lau.

Michael made his Carnegie Hall debut conducting his Requiem for chorus and orchestra in June 2017, and conducted its European premiere in Vienna two years later. After being named a “Distinguished Composer and Conductor” by MidAmerica Productions, Michael was invited to return to Carnegie Hall to conduct the world premiere of his Gloria in June 2022.

Michael is proud to have served as the inaugural conductor for the Anthornis and Anthornis North advanced-ringing events in Minneapolis and Fargo; additional international engagements include England, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore and the Eastern Caribbean.  He also serves as the Bass Section Leader for the North Carolina Master Chorale.

More information and samples of Michael’s work may be found at www.michaeljglasgow.com, and on Twitter and YouTube: @MichaelJGlasgow.

Jason Krug

Ryman Ballroom A
Monday, August 1
3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

The organist at your church plays several hymns every Sunday while the bells just lie on their tables or, worse yet, in their cases.  Learn simple and effective ways to incorporate handbells with your weekly hymns in ways that are sure to delight and uplift your congregation.  Participants will look at sample hymns, brainstorm practical ways to include handbells, and play through the hymns using those ideas.

Jason W. Krug (b. 1978) is a native of Indianapolis, Indiana.  He holds a degree in music from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Jason is a full-time freelance composer, arranger, clinician, and teacher.  Since his first publication in 2006, he’s had over 400 compositions and arrangements accepted for handbells, piano, strings, organ, and choir.  His works have been featured at numerous festivals and workshops in the United States and beyond.  He is also the owner of and editor for Grassy Meadow Music, which publishes sheet music for handbells, piano, and strings.

In his spare time, Jason enjoys writing.  He has spent several years working on a young adult fantasy series, The Sadonian Chronicles, and recently released his first non-fiction book, The General Theory of Creativity.  He frequently participates in the National Novel Writing Month event in November.Jason continues to live in Indianapolis with his wife Ellen and his sons Daniel and Malcolm.  You can find him on the web at jasonwkrug.com and grassymeadowmusic.com.

Michèle Sharik

Ryman Ballroom F
Monday, August 1
3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

As handbell musicians, we’re pretty good at using our hands, but how about adding in our feet? Four-limb independence is the Holy Grail of coordination exercises, so let’s work on getting our feet moving, too!

Michèle Sharik rings professionally with Sonos Handbell Ensemble, is the founding Artistic Director of Timbré, and is an internationally-renowned handbell soloist, conductor, and teacher. She designed and is the Master Teacher of the Handbell Techniques curriculum for HMA’s Handbell Musician Certification program.

In addition to degrees in computer programming, visual and performing arts, and music technology, she has a master’s certificate in Performing Arts Medicine and is a fervent “evangelist” for safe ringing techniques.

Karen Van Wert

Ryman Ballroom C
Monday, August 1
3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

Harnessing the knowledge of handbell science opens the door to experimenting in sound production. Simple movement of a sustained note or perfect execution of a technique can add drama and interest to a performance. Ringing the final chord with a deliberate style will close the piece in keeping with the mood. Abrupt or slowly fading into the distance, contemplative or exciting, joyous or sorrow-filled – help the music tell the story you wish to convey. Come into my laboratory and experiment with purpose.

Karen Van Wert started her music ministry at the age of 4 singing in the St. Paul Lutheran Church children’s choir in Hampton, Iowa. Her love of music and her Lord continues to grow and has followed her around the world.

Karen was introduced to handbells as a charter member of the St. Stephen handbell choir, Bloomington, MN. As she developed her solo ringing and bell tree skills, she has expanded her performances to include travel throughout Minnesota, Iowa and Europe.

In addition to ringing, Karen shares her handbell passion by offering classes and coaching. As an accredited level one certification instructor, Karen has taught numerous classes at Handbell Musicians of America Area VII Festivals and National Seminar. She hosted the inaugural Into the Forest, a gathering of bell tree ringers to share knowledge and goals. Handbells also are a frequent subject of Karen’s camera and creativity making handbell themed jewelry, greeting cards clothing and more.

Karen and bell boy, James Fuchs, make their home in Savage, MN.

Greig Ashurst & Bethan Neely

Ryman Exhibit Hall B1
Monday, August 1
3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

This showcase will explore the unique sound capabilities of Schulmerich handbells, MelodyChimes®, and Silver Melody Bells™. We will look at examples of how to effectively utilize each instrument, as well as articulation and mallet options to achieve different sound colors for a variety of musical styles.

Kathleen Wissinger

Ryman Ballroom D
Monday, August 1
3:15 pm – 4:30 pm

Let’s explore the enticing world of mixed meter! We will strengthen our mixed meter muscles through simple, progressive exercises – then explore and ring through some iconic pieces. You might just amaze yourself! Bring mallets.

Director, Educator, Composer, Publisher, Ringer, Clinician – Kath is all about the bells…and bell people! Known for her creative teaching style, clear directing and engaging compositions, she has led events across the US and in Canada and Japan. She directs Mosaic (a community ensemble) and Gloria Dei (an adult church group). Eighteen years of teaching handbells in the classroom spurred Kath to develop “Square One,” a complete curriculum for first-year ringers. With over 200 pieces in print, Kath loves exploring a wide range of ringing possibilities – Level 1 to Level 5; concert, worship, school, festival; Bell Tree-Solo-Duet-Quartet-Full Ensemble; pedagogical works; hymns and songs that incorporate handbells…. you name it! Recently, she started a publishing company “ringTrue” that allows her to release these plus niche pieces and works in multiple settings or keys. Kath coordinates the CHIME Loan program for Area 3, served on the Area 3 Board for 8 years, often serves as a mentor to ringers, directors and composers (in person and on Zoom) and helps organize new events. A former National Park Service Ranger with a degree in geology, she lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia where she has taught piano lessons for 30+ years and makes world-famous bread & butter pickles. Contact her at [email protected]