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- Why do handbell ringers wear gloves?
- How is a handbell properly rung?
- How much does a set of handbells cost?
Why do handbell ringers wear gloves?
Handbell players wear gloves because their hand oils tarnish the bells. ... Handbells are remarkably fragile and may require reshaping if they are rung too forcibly.
How is a handbell properly rung?
A handbell is rung by grasping it by the handle and moving the wrist, causing the clapper inside (which is on a hinge) to strike the outside of the bell, producing the sound.
How much does a set of handbells cost?
| Stock Number | Detail - Note | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9106 | Malmark 12 Note Set - C5 - G6 Diatonic | $3,500.00 |
| 9107 | Malmark 13 Note Set - G4 - F#6 Diatonic | $4,830.00 |
| 9111 | Malmark 1 Octave Handbells With Cases - C5-C6 | $4,100.00 |
| 9112 | Malmark 2 Octave Handbells With Cases - G4-G6 | $8,045.00 |
