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Plain Major Methods

There are many excellent Plain Methods that are overlooked in the broad desire to achieve performances in the field of Surprise Major. Of these

  • Plain Bob Major
  • is by far the most important; it is the basis for the vast majority of treble dominated methods.

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    Plain Bob Major is simply the most important method a ringer can learn after Plain Bob Minor. Get going by simply memorising the Double Blue Lines for each pair. But then go on to study course bells, after bells, impact of calls, Double Place Bells, dodging patterns, all the time learning to watch the treble. Find ways of overcoming trips.

    Aim for Mastery of Plain Bob Major.

    Essential

    These methods expand the amount of structure being rung, give good practice at watching the treble, and call for good counting skills.

    Stepping Stones

    Towards Treble Bob.

    Not to be missed

    These extra plain methods are included for variety including uncommon method groups.