Today was the Circle City Ringers‘ fall concert. It was at Irvington Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis and was part of their “Fourth Sunday” Concert Series. We ended up playing much better than I’d expected on most of the songs and the audience of 127 really enjoyed the concert. Lots of discussion afterwards (and then a pizza party in the parlor). :-)
We got to play three of my songs, all of which went over really well. The Chicken Dance (for 3 octaves) was our encore. We also played my 3-octave arrangement of the William Tell Overture (just the “Lone Ranger” part) which went at a good tempo and was highly enjoyed. Plus, I got to direct my “Appalachian Sunrise,” which was for 3 octaves of handchimes.

And, of course, most of the music was NOT by me. It went a full hour and included a wide variety of songs, so there was something for everyone.

Overall, it was quite the success. Now we get a week break and then launch into Christmas music.

[tags]music, handbells, concert, William Tell[/tags]