Q. How is a choir’s location on the floor determined?
A. Good question. A choir’s location is basically
determined by registration date. Generally speaking, the earlier
your group is registered, the closer to the front you will be.
However, there are also other factors at work here. Choirs that are
ringing solo numbers will be in front. Next, depending on the
repertoire they are ringing, choirs are divided into either Group I
or Group II. All choirs from each Group are kept together as much as
possible. Then, within those two groupings, consideration is also
taken into account for special needs, such as handicapped ringers,
etc. Some groups prefer and request to be in the back. This is not
an easy process!
Q. Why do I need to register early?
A. First, to help facilitate the logistics of determining
your location on the ringing floor (see above question). Secondly,
putting on an event like the Spring Ring requires considerable time
and effort to prepare all of the necessary materials and make al
necessary arrangements. It can't all be done at the last
minute.
Q. Why is the lunch break so long?
A. In its early days, the Spring Ring had a catered lunch
and the time was much shorter. Those who elected to go out for lunch
did not have enough time. The evaluation forms indicated that more
and more people preferred to go out for lunch on their own. And
since catering costs were rising, it was decided to forego the
catered lunches and give more time. The extra time is needed for solo rehearsals and for individuals who need more of a break
from standing all day. It is also an opportunity for choirs to have
lunch together.
Q. Why aren’t there more classes to attend?
A. When we offered more classes, the attendance in each
class was very low. This made it difficult to conduct the
class effectively. The evaluation forms indicated that 3 – 4
classes were just about right for the number of registrants. It was
also decided that one of the “classes” would offer a handbell-related video
to provide some much-needed downtime while still
providing an educational opportunity.
Q. What if I have an idea for a class?
A. Great! We are always looking for new ideas for classes
to offer and people to lead them. If you have an idea for a class or
can teach a class, please let us know by either contacting a LAMB
board member or indicating it on the evaluation form.
