Bells of the Caribbean

Join us in Puerto Rico for a brand new handbell event! November 9, 2024

November 9, 2024, University of Puerto Rico – Carolina Clinician: Kathryn Jurado

Do you want to feel the sun and warm waters of the Caribbean? Join us at “Bells of the Caribbean” – a new Area 4 ringing event!

Area 4 is excited to welcome ringers from The Bahamas, St. John, St. Croix, St. Thomas, Puerto Rico, and beyond for this inaugural event on ​November 9, 2024, at ​the University of Puerto Rico – Carolina.  

Participants will spend the day ringing and getting to know one another at this delightful destination event. Talented conductor Kathryn Jurado (Crescendo 2023, College Ring-In 2025) will lead our ringers through a collection of music thoughtfully selected for this event, geared toward the intermediate ringer with limited time to rehearse. 

For those coming from long distances, there will be unofficial activities on Friday, including a guided visit to Old San Juan, a reading session, and time for socializing.  Saturday’s festivities wrap up with a public concert in the afternoon. Space is limited for this premier event, so be sure to register soon! 

 

Space is limited! Register today!: https://bit.ly/BellsoftheCaribbeanRegistration

Music Selection:

Repertoire is between levels 2 and 4, with this event designed for the intermediate ringer and limited rehearsal. We will play 6 pieces, 5 which will need to be purchased.
  • Fancye by Tim Waugh – Level 4+ – Jeffers JHS9336
  • Spanish Dance arr by Kevin McChesney – Level 3 – Jeffers JHS9411
  • Soliloquy by Judy Phillips – Level 2+ – AGEHR AG36049
  • Se Essa Rua Fosse Minha arr by Mitchell Eithun – Level 3 – From the Top FM20735
  • El Condor Pasa arr by Francisco Abad – Level 3 – AGEHR AG45052
Registration Fee includes the following piece, which we will provide to you digitally.
  • Manha de Carnaval arr by Cathy Moklebust – Level NA

Space is limited! Register today!: https://bit.ly/BellsoftheCaribbeanRegistration

Date:

Saturday, November 9th, 2024, with optional activities on Friday the 8th.

Location:

University of Puerto Rico at Carolina
(Universidad de Puerto Rico en Carolina)
2100 Ave. Sur
Carolina, PR 00984

Clinician/Conductor:

Kathryn Jurado

Ringers Registration Fee:

$75.00

Guest (Non-ringers) Registration Fee for meals:

$25.00

Concert Dress:

Caribbean Casual! Please wear a brightly colored or beach themed top of your choice.

Group Registration

If multiple people from the same organization want to attend, one person can pay for all attendees, but each attendee will need to fill out a separate form with their own email address.

Ringing Position Assignments

Ringing positions will be determined by the event organizers.

Questions?

Please reach out to [email protected] for more information or any questions.

Participants Under 18?

For participants under 18 years old, a notarized parental consent and medical authorization form MUST be filled out. Please email [email protected] for more information.

Space is limited! Register today!: https://bit.ly/BellsoftheCaribbeanRegistration

Event Schedule:

Friday, November 8th, 2024 (optional)

  • Afternoon: Guided visit to Old San Juan (details to follow)
  • 4:00pm – Reading session / Warm-ups / Technique class
  • 6:30pm – Social Gathering / Music (Dinner not provided)

Saturday, November 9th, 2024

  • 8:00am – Registration
  • 8:45am – Announcements
  • 9:00am – Rehearsal session 1
  • 10:30am – Break
  • 10:45am – Rehearsal session 2
  • Noon – Lunch (provided with registration)
  • 1:15pm – Rehearsal session 3
  • 2:45pm – Break
  • 3:00pm – Rehearsal session 4
  • 4:15pm – Preparation for concert
  • 4:30pm –  Concert

Space is limited! Register today!: https://bit.ly/BellsoftheCaribbeanRegistration

Travel / Accommodations:

The closet airport to the venue is Luis Munoz Marin International Airport in Carolina (SJU), which is outside of San Juan. There is no official event hotel location. Please use the address above to find accommodations in the area of your choice.

Space is limited! Register today!: https://bit.ly/BellsoftheCaribbeanRegistration

Space is Limited!

  • Ringing Positions Filled 25% 25%