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American Guild of English Handbell Ringers
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Jennifer A. Cauhorn, Executive Director

Dan Virzi, Membership Director

Dr. John Behnke, Music Editor

The AGEHR, Inc.
1055 E. Centerville Station Rd.
Dayton, OH 45459-5500
(937) 438-0085 or (800) 878-5459
Fax: (937) 438-0434

www.agehr.org

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February 2008

In This Issue

 

Special Announcement

Dear AGEHR Members,

It is with a heavy heart that I announce that I am leaving AGEHR to pursue a career in development and fundraising. My last day in the office will be Wednesday, February 20.

I have been honored to be involved with the Guild—a fine arts organization with a rich history and whose members are loyal, dedicated, and passionate. Thank you for your inspiration, support, and kindness for the past three years. I leave with sweet memories and a big smile thanks to you.

I appreciate you welcoming me and my family into your hearts. I wish you all peace, joy, and continued success. Whenever I hear an English handbell (now that you taught me the characteristics of one) I will think of you.

Fondly,
Dan

A Note From the Executive Director

It was with great sadness that I accepted the resignation of Dan Virzi last week.   Dan has served AGEHR well during his time with the organization both as Membership and Marketing Director and as Interim Executive Director.  I hope you all join me in wishing Dan great success in his future endeavors.

With Dan’s departure, we have an important role to fill in the AGEHR national staff structure. Because of the changing environment of our organization as well as the recent changes in staffing and the different skills that are now available to us, I have created a new job description and title for this position to better meet the needs of AGEHR membership.  We are now seeking a Director of Membership and Administration to join the national office team in Dayton.  Please follow this link for a complete job description and qualifications required. Job Posting Link.

AGEHR Offers New Training Event for Music Educators

On September 13, 2008, AGEHR will present a special one-day seminar on incorporating handbells and handchimes in all levels of the school classroom. The event will take place at the QCenter in Chicago, Illinois and is open to all AGEHR members. More details are available here.

Event Scholarship Information

AGEHR is pleased to offer scholarships for upcoming national events. More Information...  

Area XI Ring of Fame

Join me in welcoming the latest Area XI Ring of Fame inductees.

Congratulations to both Gail Downey and Tom Waldron on your latest achievement!

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iGive is giving away $1000 donations to 5 causes every month now through July. Spread the word and help the Guild be a frontrunner for the big monthly prize!

2008 National Seminar

We hope to see you in Orlando, Florida, August 8-11, 2008 for our National Seminar. Details on the event, including registration, are available on the AGEHR website.

Priority Music Club

Sign-up now for the best deal in town! AGEHR members have the opportunity to receive $85 of new music (19 full-size selections) for only $20, which includes shipping. Visit the PMC web page for details and to order your 2008 packet online.

Welcome New AGEHR Members

The new members for January are listed on the website at www.agehr.org/aboutfiles/newmembers.asp (see the link on our homepage). Please join us in welcoming them to the Guild.

Resource Special – Save Over $5.00!

AGEHR is pleased to offer R-221 Using Handbells/Chimes with Persons Having Alzheimer, Dementia, and Related Disorders as our special of the month.

You can order your copy for $7 with free shipping for a limited time (regular member cost is $7.65 plus $4.95 shipping).

See a complete list of AGEHR Resource Books: /eCom/resource_book.asp

 

Sincerely,

Dan Virzi, Membership Director

The AGEHR, Inc.
1055 E. Centerville Station Rd.
Dayton, OH 45459
(800) 878-5459
www.agehr.org