St. John's JuBellation Bell Choir at Volland

The JuBellation Bell Choir will round out Volland's 2026 program with a performance to get everyone ready for the holidays. 

Past Volland guests to the JuBellation's performance note the resonant quality of the bells in our double height space. And, as in years past, Volland will hold a raffle of books and cards to help the lucky winners get a start on gifts.

The JuBellation Bell Choir was started at St John Lutheran Church, in Alma, in 2001. They started with a three octave set of bells but soon added a three octave set of handchimes, larger and smaller bells and more chimes, and currently have a 4+ octave set. The church had two adult groups for several years, along with the St. John Lutheran School student choir.  Katherine Schultz has been directing the 11-12 member choir for over 20 years.  

Membership in JuBellation has changed over the years. Some ringers started in the original choirs and some started last year. Some couldn't read notes and had never played an instrument and some brought years of experience ringing, reading music and playing other musical instruments. The combination brings a group of individuals that play with wonderful teamwork and camaraderie.

A special addition to the concert this year is Scott Freeby, a local trumpet player from Manhattan who taught music in town for years and performs in Manhattan's Thundering Cats and Municipal Band. Scott will join the bells for one of the pieces. A second accompanist will be Rev. Robert Grimm playing his guitar.

Join us for a warm afternoon filled with music, cookies, not apple cider, and prizes. Don't leave your singing voice at home.