Composition Contests
For over 25 years, Bells of the Sound has striven to advance original and engaging handbell composition, as well as highlight talented composers, by holding themed composition contests. Entries come from all over the world, and are scored on many criteria, including playability and audience appeal. Winning entries are then premiered during a future spring concert series.
Recent contests and winners include:
2024 - Sounds of Nature
1st Place: Paul McKlveen for Riverscape
2nd Place: Mike Mazzatenta for Nature's Panorama
2016 - Two's Company
1st Place: Alex Guebert for Duel!
2011 - All That Jazz
1st Place: Mike Mazzatenta for Glad Sound Blues
2nd Place: Larry Sue for Tigress Rag
2024 - Sounds of Nature
1st Place: Paul McKlveen for Riverscape
2nd Place: Mike Mazzatenta for Nature's Panorama
2016 - Two's Company
1st Place: Alex Guebert for Duel!
2011 - All That Jazz
1st Place: Mike Mazzatenta for Glad Sound Blues
2nd Place: Larry Sue for Tigress Rag
