Collection: "Special Techniques" Collection

Handbell and Handchime Special Techniques

This collection highlights the unique special techniques used by musicians to create diverse sound effects on both handbells and handchimes. Many are percussive in nature; others are designed to extend the sustained sound of the bell to create a certain mood as requested by the composer.

These unusual techniques add significant variety, often helping to tell the story or set the feeling for the original composition or the arrangement. These sounds are both fun to play and equally enjoyable to hear.

Allan Berry, Handbell Services' longtime graphic artist, has created a variety of unique designs based on this special techniques theme. You'll see these clever designs on a variety of products found within this collection.