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星期一, 12 月 16, 2024

For whom the bell(s) toll – is it you?

Rainbow Ringers practising at Pakuranga Park Village last month.

Rainbow Ringers are one of the best-kept secrets in Howick/Pakuranga.

This is a group of hand bell ringers. They have been playing their music for more than 30 years. They have 48 handbells with up to 15 ringers. Practice times is at Pakuranga Park Village each Tuesday afternoon.

Over the years they have played to many audiences at retirement homes, clubs, international groups and even performed as part of a TV programme with the late broadcaster Paul Holmes many years ago.

Brian Gauld, at present the only male in the group, said, “I joined 15 years ago. While I have had no musical training, I can count quite well and that is half way there.

“The music is marked for the bells we each play but modest musical knowledge is required.

“I have loved the challenge of playing as part of the bells choir. We play a variety of music ranging from Beethoven to the Beatles.

“We have open days soon so this is a good chance to give bell ringing a go. It would be great if we could have a few more men to become part of this special group.

“It is an excellent way to keep the brain cells active. Our group will particularly suit those newly-retired or people free on Tuesday afternoons for a couple of hours.”

Open days for both men and women interested in having a go at this activity will be on March 14 and March 21 at Pakuranga Park Village at 1pm.

Contact Rainbow Ringers president Ann Day on 021434758 or email annday06@gmail.com.

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