Glossary of Handbell Techniques damp The sound of all vibrating bells is simultaneously stopped. Most commonly used to indicate the end of an LV section. Strike the bell on the padded table resting there until the sound is dead. Do not strike near the edge of the foam or table. PL ring Ring and damp according to note values.
R indicates a return to ringing after another technique has been used.
The bell remains in the ringing position or tipped downward and is struck with an appropriate mallet at the strike point. Many titles are available in the Professional Library, HB for Handbell. There are titles for beginning and advanced handbell choirs.