Mission Statement

Sonoran Bells , a non-profit organization established in 1999, is a community handbell group based in Tucson,Arizona.  It is a conductorless ensemble comprised of experienced handbell ringers chosen by audition.  Members include musicians, teachers, engineers, and other business professionals from the area.  The group performs on a five-octave set of Malmark handbells, a six-octave set of Malmark Choirchimes, and a 3 octave set of Petit-Fritsen handbells.

Sonoran Bells has quickly established themselves for their musical excellence.  In addition, they are very proud of their educational focus, which consists of hosting festivals and workshops, thus providing a resource for other local handbell and choirchime ensembles.  A variety of classes are offered to directors and ringers who are interested in building their ringing skills.

Sonoran Bells strives to be a professional and artistic asset to the community.  They rehearse diligently and perform regularly in the community.   They are available to do workshops, perform for church services, weddings, parties, and other special occasions.  Repertoire includes classical, ragtime, Broadway show tunes, and Christmas pieces along with other types of music.