Christmas Handbell Duets in Grand Haven (Private Event)

December 17 at 11:00 am 11:45 am EST

Holland-based handbell duo Larry and Carla will be presenting a program of Christmas handbell duets for residents of The Village at the Pines in Grand Haven. Residents will hear traditional seasonal music from around the world, played on Malmark handbells and handchimes. We’ll talk about the history of our instruments, and the techniques used in playing them. Audience members will also have the chance to ask all their burning questions about handbells!

We’re happy to be returning to the Village at the Pines for the second time. This is a private event for residents of this Grand Haven senior community only.

Christmas handbell program Grand Haven

If you’d like to book Larry and Carla to play handbell duets for your event, you can find more information on our website. The traditional sound of handbell music is perfect for creating a festive atmosphere at a holiday event. We can also play beautiful music for worship services during Advent and Christmas. We always recommend early booking for the Christmas and holiday season, but can sometimes accommodate last-minute requests too. If you miss us this year, there’s always the option of booking early for next year! If you need more information, or have any questions about our availability, please get in touch!

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Date:
December 17
Time:
11:00 am – 11:45 am EST
Cost:
Free
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Larry and Carla
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The Village at The Pines

1450 S Ferry St
Grand Haven, MI 49417 United States
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Christmas at Hudsonville Library – Handbells with Larry and Carla

December 9 at 1:00 pm 2:00 pm EST

Enjoy the traditional sounds of Christmas at Hudsonville Library! Michigan handbell duo Larry and Carla will be back for the third time with a program of handbell duets. Ringing in the Holidays will be the season finale of the library’s Friends Present series for 2021.



Larry and Carla are West Michigan’s smallest handbell choir. They met on a website for handbell musicians when Larry lived in California and Carla lived in England. Their shared love of handbells led to a 3-year long-distance relationship, and eventually to a visa process and marriage. They moved from California to Holland in the summer of 2016.

Larry and Carla will again be demonstrating the art of playing handbells using the traditional “four in hand” technique. Their program will include some well-known carols, as well as some less-familiar holiday tunes from around the world. You’ll hear music played on a set of of handchimes, and a restored set of antique Taylor bells from England. Larry and Carla will talk about the history of these beautiful instruments, and the techniques involved in playing them. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.

You’ll be able to enjoy refreshments and social time as we celebrate Christmas at Hudsonville Library. We look forward to welcoming you to this popular annual event, presented by the Friends of the Gary Byker Memorial Library.

Christmas at Hudsonville Library
Free Free to attend; a donation to the Friends of the Library is appreciated

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Gary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville

3338 Van Buren St
Hudsonville, MI 49426 United States
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