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First Steps to Bell Ringing: Being an Introduction to the Healthful and Pleasant Exercise of Bell Ringing, in Rounds and Changes, upon Church Bells - Softcover
Synopsis
A concise, practical gateway to the craft of English change ringing.
First Steps to Bell Ringing by Samuel B. Goslin, originally published in 1881, introduces the essentials of ringing church bells with clarity and purpose. It explains the parts of a bell, proper handling, and the progression from rounds to elementary changes in a calm, encouraging voice.
Readers gain a working grasp of tower etiquette, safe rope work, and the rhythm that underpins good striking. Clear explanations build confidence as beginners move from individual control to coordinated ringing with a band. Along the way, the book frames technique within tradition, making change ringing and church bell ringing approachable for newcomers seeking a reliable first guide.
An inviting primer for musicians, ringers, and historians who value careful instruction grounded in authentic practice.
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