HANDBELL COMMONS

Handbell Commons Exhibitor Opportunities

Exhibiting Partner Booth Prices

Each booth is 10’ x 10’ and includes one 8’ skirted table, two chairs, one wastebasket, wireless internet access and event badges for up to two on-site booth staff which provide entry to all musician showcases at Pinnacle. Each exhibiting partner will receive one booth ID sign and up to two tickets for on-site booth staff to attend the lunch banquet on Friday, July 11. Additional tickets can be purchased.

Exhibiting Partner Showcases

Because of the unique schedule of Pinnacle – there are nine class sessions in total – exhibiting partner showcases will be structured differently this year to ensure that there are enough sessions for all who would like one and that these showcase sessions are not scheduled against each other. Each 75-minute class session will feature two 30-minute exhibiting partner showcases, allowing for a total of 18 showcase sessions.

We understand that it would be more desirable to have a full showcase session, but we believe that Pinnacle attendees should have the opportunity to attend showcases for all exhibiting partners rather than just the few that were lucky enough to have one. We also want to be supportive and fair to all your businesses rather than have you compete against each other if we were to offer more than one showcase in a class session time slot.

We will be offering these exhibiting partner showcase sessions free of charge. When you register, you will still need to select that you do want a showcase; however, you will not be charged. To assist with the scheduling of the showcase sessions and avoid double-booking musicians, it will be imperative that you provide the name of all of your presenters/participants at the time of registration.

Proposed Exhibiting Schedule

Wednesday, July 9, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:45 PM, Load-in/setup
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM, Welcome Reception in Handbell Commons

Thursday, July 10, 2025
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, Exhibits Open
11:30 AM – 1:45 PM, Exhibits Open
3:00 PM – 5:45 PM, Exhibits Open (Happy Hour at 4:30 PM)

Friday, July 11, 2025
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, Exhibits Open
11:15 AM – 12:45 PM, Exhibits Open
1:00 PM – 2:45 PM, Lunch Banquet & Awards Presentation
4:00 PM – 5:45 PM, Exhibits Open

Saturday, July 12, 2025
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, Exhibits Open
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Exhibits Open (Grab & Go Lunch, Provided Dessert Reception in Handbell Commons)
2:30 PM, Load-out

Several of our Exhibiting Partners will present showcases featuring reading sessions and product demonstrations.

Thursday, July 10

Session 1, 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Vreana and Michael J. Glasgow: What the Music Means to Me (Michael J. Glasgow) and A New Generation of Secular Repertoire (Vreana) (Trail Rooms)
Michael Glasgow returns for the second installment of What the Music Means to Me, a unique opportunity to hear directly from the composer some of the stories behind the origins of several of his works (entirely new repertoire from last year), as well as “where are they now?” glimpses into the journeys some of his pieces have taken.  Join us to share in the funny, moving, sweet stories that afford an intimate look into the muse of this creative composer and arranger.  Then, if you’re looking for music selections for an advanced community choir, or your church choir is ready to present a concert of secular and pop-style pieces, Vreana Independent Publishers can help you find what you need.  We’ll have a blast ringing through pieces written by the next generation of handbell composers on the second half of this showcase!  Works will typically range from 3 to 7 octaves, level 3 and up.

Witte Travel & Tours: “We’ll be in Scotland afore they!” (Birch Room)
Will we take the high road or the low road? Find out. Join Keith Cole to hear about next year’s pre-International Symposium tour of Scotland.

Session 2, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM

Jeffers Handbell Supply: New Music and All-Time Favorites from 50 Years of Jeffers Handbell Supply
Join Jeffers Handbell Supply and editor/composer/arranger Kevin McChesney as we ring through some of our newest music along with a few handbell classics in honor of 50 years of Jeffers Handbell Supply. It’s our anniversary, but you’ll get the prizes!

Session 3, 3:15 PM – 4:30 PM

Malmark Bells, Inc. and Alfred Handbell: Creative Music-making with Malmark and Alfred Handbell
Hyosang Park and Kathryn Jurado, presenters
Join Hyosang Park and Kathryn Jurado as you explore exciting new releases from Alfred that feature a variety of instruments from Malmark Bells, Inc.

Friday, July 11

Session 4, 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

J.W. Pepper & Son, Inc.: J.W. Pepper Presents Editors’ Choice Selections
Join Linda Lorgus for an engaging showcase highlighting new Editors’ Choice handbell music. This session will feature a curated collection of outstanding pieces that represent the diverse range and artistry of handbell repertoire, offering something for ensembles of all levels. Participants will have the opportunity to sight-read through these exemplary works, gaining inspiration for their own programming. Additionally, the session will include a discussion on the significance of Editors’ Choice in the handbell community, exploring how it serves as a valuable resource for directors and ringers, streamlines music selection, and promotes the growth of the art form. Don’t miss this chance to experience and celebrate the best in handbell music!

Session 5, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM

Grassy Meadow Music and AGEHR Publishing: New Music from Grassy Meadow Music and Great Choices from AGEHR Publishing (Trail Rooms)
Jason Krug and Brian Childers, presenters
Come ring through a few of the newest selections from Grassy Meadow Music!  Whether handbell solo, duet, 8-bell or 12-bell ensemble, or full choir, there’s something for all handbell musicians! We’ll also ring through some of the great music from AGEHR Publishing, and participants will be able to choose 1 copy of their favorite title from the session to take with them! We look forward to seeing you there!

Truly Horrible Things: It’s All Fun and Games! (Handbell Commons)
Paul Berryman, presenter
Play some card games, including the new limited edition National Seminar expansion deck for Crimes Against Handbells. Share some laughs while you learn about products that can either elevate or decimate your rehearsals like our new Wheel of Handbell Hijinks!

Session 6, 4:15 PM – 5:40 PM

8-Bit Handbell and From the Top Music: What’s New in 2025
Selections from the Summer 2025 Catalog of New Releases

Saturday, July 12

Session 7, 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Hope Publishing and Schulmerich Bells: There’s Always Hope with Schulmerich
Come read through what is new at Hope Publishing and meet many of our fine handbell composers. Additionally, Greig Ashurst from Schulmerich will be introducing his new Mallet Technique manual. Read down some great tunes, and pick up some tools for your group’s malleting. Brenda Austin, Jason Krug, Sondra Tucker, Kurt Meyer, Greig Ashurst, Sandra Eithun, Mitchell Eithun, and Ron Mallory, presenters

Session 8, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM

Choristers Guild: Showstoppers and More
Immerse yourself in recent Choristers Guild releases under the direction of Matthew Compton, Mitchell Eithun, Carol Lynn Mizell, and Cathy Moklebust. Discover new finds for community, church, and school venues. Join in the fun and be inspired!