Ring, Plunk, Pluck

We join the Music Ministry for many reasons. Cecille Waggner writes about joining the handbell choir.

I never considered myself the creative or artistic type, preferring math formulas and the scientific process over the subjectivism of the arts. But when my sister told me that Francesco was starting a handbell choir at the parish, I was curious. I figured I could always quit if it didn’t work out.

Now I love every single plunk, pluck, ring, thumb damp, and shake and I'm still discovering the different sounds those bells can produce. I know now that my childhood music lessons were not for naught (thanks Dad!). I like being part of this group of musicians (an ensemble really) - from our newest member Ghislaine and her do-re-mi, to Bridget who can now sight read music like a pro to Precy, our resident nurse.

Each of our 11 ringers has a role to play and no single ringer is more important than the other. We enjoy our rehearsals, sweat through our performances, and we keep coming back for more. In my next post, I'll share some of the new musical pieces for the Lenten season.

Here’s Francesco’s invitation to join our handbell choir.