Two Tacos High

Brian and Nick talk about how to manage table space before and during performances, from how to make the best use of the table space to managing the extra equipment needed during the performance. (We also cover where we've been recently, and where we're going to be this summer!)

Brian And Nick talk about "alternate" bell sets from Silver Melody Bells to Petit & Fritsen Handbells. We explore a little of the history and examples on how to use them in your ensembles!

Nick and Brian honor Valentine's Day by talking about our personal favorite handbell compositions.

What are the most frequently asked handbell questions? Chat GPT finds out and answers them! Then Brian and Nick offer real, human driven resources for those frequently asked questions.

Brian and Nick talk about all things money from when and how much to ask for a performance, to making the most of grants and fundraising, to dreaming about a full ensemble of paid professional handbell ringers.

Nick and Brian talk to Stephanie Wiltse about the origin of "Dear Mrs. Flufferfuddle", Fred's Pants, and other handbell lore.

Brian and Nick talk about the upcoming Ministry of Bellz Foreign Guest Ringer program "Mi Tierra". Part 2 features conversations with Damien Lim and Stevie Berryman about Singaporean food, as well a a conversation with co-conductor Carlos Rivera about the concert theme and why he enjoys working with handbell musicians all over the world.

Brian and Nick talk about the upcoming Ministry of Bellz Foreign Guest Ringer program "Mi Tierra". Part 1 features conversations with Damien Lim and Stevie Berryman about the this year's theme, repertoire, and a look into changes in the Foreign Guest Ringer program over the years.

What does Schulmerich have to do with gas station TV ads? How did a laser fight once start in the National Seminar Handbell Commons? Find out this episode as Brian and Nick talk about a wide variety of handbell topics from All Saints Day services, to technique origins, to handbell TikTok trends.

Brian and Nick talk about several names that are new and upcoming handbell composers and arrangers!

Brian and Nick record live from the Handbell Commons at Pinnacle 2025 in Wichita, KS

Nick and Brian talk to Handbell Musicians of America Music Advisor, Brian Childers about the announcement that AGEHR Publishing is starting to publish new pieces again, and about the progress on the new Notation Guide.

Brian and Nick discuss concert programming, looking at various upcoming spring concert themes and repertoire.

Nick and Brian are joined by Handbell Musicians of America Executive Director Linda Onorevole and Distinctly Teen 2025 conductor Carlos Rivera to talk about what to look forward to this summer's event in Wichita!

Nick and Brian review new music releases from the Winter/Spring 2025 catalogs and give TTH's take on the "Editor's Choice" lists.

Brian and Geebee review their time with the Ministry of Bellz and the Foreign Guest Ringer Program in Singapore.

Ministry of Bellz Principal Guest Conductors Emily Li and Michael Glasgow talk about how they got connected with MOB in Singapore, and give a preview of what to expect from this year's program, MOB-18: Where Dreams Come True

Brian and Nick talk about all of the things that we (and you) hate about our instrument because we love handbells, but some things just make us say "handbells are stupid".

Nick and Brian put on slightly different hats to talk with P.L. Grove about the upcoming Distinctly Bronze East and Crescendo events , and talk especially about the repertoire choices for the event.

Brian and Nick talk to Damien Lim about the Ministry of Bellz and their foreign guest ringer/conductor program, and a preview of what to expect from this year's event.

Brian and Nick talk with Jason Tiller and Laurie Sanders about the origin of the Handbell-L from its origins on a NASA JPL computer through the many late nights Rusty Sanders spent keeping the platform up and running.

Brian and Nick talk about planning your own festival or workshop, including budgeting, venue, equipment, repertoire, and other considerations.

Brian and Nick talk about commissioning a composer to write or arrange a piece for you and your ensemble. With their experience on both sides of the commission, they talk about the commissioning process from things to consider before asking all the way to how to reach out to composers to ask for the commission.

Brian and Nick recap their week in Hamamatsu, Japan at the 21st International Handbell Symposium!

Two Tacos High spends a night out at the International Handbell Symposium, joined by Handbell Ringers of Japan International Liaison, Arthur Syin.

Nick and Brian recap their week at the 2024 National Handbell Seminar in Hartford, CT and the many hats they wore throughout the week!

Brian and Nick talk to Executive Director of the International Handbell Committee, Tim Willetts about what makes International Handbell Symposia special to him, his role as Executive Director of the IHC, and a preview of the 2026 Symposium in Aberdeen, Scotland!

Griff Gall P.L. Grove join us to talk about choosing repertoire for your ensemble or event, and the many considerations that go into choosing appropriate repertoire for the situation.

Brian and Nick talk with Australian handbell ringer and director Ali O'Connell about the handbell programs in Australia, experiences at past International Symposia, and even start making plans for the 2026 symposium in Aberdeen!

Brian and Nick talk about where to buy all things handbells, including tips for buying from your traditional handbell suppliers, alternative sources for regularly used handbell products, and what to look for when buying and selling used sets of bells.

Brian and Nick are joined by the original handbell podcasters, Dean Jensen and Paul Weller as well as Derek and Bryce Nance from the Handbell Brothers' Blog to celebrate the one year anniversary of Two Tacos High

Brian and Nick talk with Tessique Houston, Equipment Manager for Sonos, and Genevieve Hanson, Assistant to the Director of Music at St. Matthews United Methodist Church, about how their ensembles tour and travel, and how they transport all of the necessary equipment that comes with bell ringing!

Brian and Nick talk with Damien Lim, Executive Director of Handbell Ringers of Singapore and Principal Conductor & Artistic Director for the Ministry of Bellz about handbell programs in Singapore, experiences at past Symposia, and what we are looking forward to at this upcoming Symposium!

Nick and Brian talk about their start composing and arranging, what you need to get started composing yourself, and some tips and tricks they learned from their experience writing and publishing.

Brian and Nick take on some of the biggest handbell myths and misconceptions (and throw in a few physics and history lessons in the process!)

Sandy Eithun, Mike Joy, and Jason Krug join us for a Handbell Hangout where they discuss their background in composing for handbells, their writing process, and their favorite pieces by other composers.

Now that you have that earworm in your head, join Nick and Brian as they talk through the process of starting a handbell ensemble at your church along with tips and tricks for finding equipment, recruiting, and finding appropriate repertoire.

Brian and Nick give a preview of 2024 handbell events - local, national, and international! We also give a preview of what to expect from a few of this year's upcoming episodes!

There's no escaping it when you play bells around the holidays. Join Nick and Brian as they review some of the many different handbell arrangements of "that bell tune", Carol of the Bells.

Nick and Brian plan a concert program for the first Two Tacos High Handbell Ensemble holiday concert!

Brothers Eric and Greg, and mother Diane join us for a Thanksgiving themed Handbell Hangout to talk family traditions, favorite childhood memories, and poolside parakeets!

Nick and Brian talk Halloween traditions, Halloween songs we think would work well on bells, and talk about what some of you have done for Halloween with your ensembles.

Newly elected President-Elect Kathryn Jurado, and At-Large Members Lynn Atkins, Dave Harris, and Kath Wissinger join us to talk about what got them into handbells, how they got connected with the Guild, and their plans for the next 6 years on the Board of Handbell Musicians of America.

Nick and Brian talk about their experience leading rehearsals in school, church, and community group settings, and tips that they use to get the most out of their rehearsal time.

Gloves or no gloves? Michèle Sharik, Josh Fitzgerald, and Justin Wooten join us to in a special Handbell Hangout episode to answer the biggest question in handbells!

Fellow music educators Greig Ashurst and Rob Riker join us to talk about how they start the school year, curricula and resources they use in the classroom, and also morph suits and PVC instruments!

Dr. Christian Guebert joins us to talk about his dissertation on the "Timbral Use of the Handbell Ensemble", proposals for the handbell ensemble to reach its full potential, and the importance of connecting the handbell world with the greater musical world.

Nick and Brian talk with winner of the National Seminar Handbell Commons Raffle, Corbin Rasmussen about how he got into handbells and is working to spread handbells throughout public schools in Idaho!

Brian and Nick recap the 2023 Handbell Musicians of America National Seminar in Irving, TX and feature the Two Minutes for Two Tacos interviews from our booth at the Handbell Commons.

Gillian Erlenborn and Cam Carter join us for our first Handbell Hangout as we debate and rank handbell techniques!