Bringing the Art of English Handbell Ringing to Southern California

Are you an advanced handbell ringer with the talent, the ambition, and the commitment to join one of Southern California’s advanced ringing ensembles?

The San Diego Harmony Ringers want you!

Auditions are conducted by the Artistic Director and a Board member and any or all of four main sections may be utilized during the audition:

  1. A written questionnaire covering personal background and basic handbell notation.
  2. Rhythm exercises
  3. Ensemble ringing. All auditionees will be asked to ring given selections.  Sightreading, proper form and technique will be judged.
  4. A conversation with the Artistic Director and a designated member of the Board of Directors about the group’s expectations.

Successful applicants are asked to commit to one concert year, including regular Tuesday night rehearsals (7:00pm - 9:45pm) and all concert appearances. Rehearsals are held February through June and August through December.

Auditions are held annually in January (however, auditions to fill vacant positions may be arranged during the concert year).  Auditions for 2024 are ended but if you, or someone you know, are interested in substitute ringing for SDHR, please contact us today!  For an application you may contact us via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone: 619-540-9152 (Joe Rodriguez, Artistic Director), please leave a message. 

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