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Handchimes are musical instruments which are rung by hand, similar to handbells. Typically, they are tuned square tubes with an external clapper mechanism.[1] Many handbell techniques can also be applied to handchimes[2]
Uses
Handchimes were originally intended to be used as a training tool for prospective handbell ringers. They are cheaper, easier, lighter and more resilient than handbells, making them more accessible for school groups, church youth choirs and senior citizens' groups[3].
Handchimes are also frequently rung in conjunction with handbells. Certain handbell pieces will involve playing handbells and handchimes at the same time. Handbell ensembles will frequently have a collection of handchimes to use along with their handbells[2].
Handchimes are also used in classrooms to teach music.[4]
Manufacturers
As of 2009, there are 3 manufacturers of handchimes in the United States:
- Malmark (Choirchimes)
- Shulmerich (MelodyChimes)
- Suzuki (ToneChimes)[5]
References
- ^ Van Valey, Janet (1997). Using Handchimes. Dayton, OH: Lorenz Publishing Company. p. 6. ISBN 0030800273.
- ^ a b Van Valey, Janet (July/August, 1997), "Enhanching Musicality with Handchimes", Overtones: the Official Journal of the American Guild of English Handbell Ringers 44 (3): 27–31
- ^ Using Handchimes, p. 3
- ^ "Handchimes in Classroom Music: Authentic Performance Instruments and Instructional Tools". http://www.uwosh.edu/faculty_staff/liske/handchimes/. Retrieved 2007-11-26.
- ^ MacGorman, Venita (January/February, 2000), "Chime-In: A Handchime Review", Overtones: the Official Journal of the American Guild of English Handbell Ringers 46 (1): 15–16
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