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The History of the King's RingersThe choir formed in 1995 with 3 octaves of bells and 10 members. Each year the choir has attended hand-bell workshops throughout the state while playing for masses at Christ our King and performing within the community. Public performances have included the 1998 Charleston Symphony Christmas Concert, the 1999 Hospice of Charleston Candelight Memorial Ceremony, 1999 American Sampler concert for Piccolo Spoleto and a 10 day concert tour of Ireland during the summer of 1999. Not only was
1999 a busy performance year, but through the
generosity
of an anonymous donor, the choir was able to purchase a 3 octave hand
chime
set which sound wonderful and gave the ringers a new challenge of not
only
learning a new instrument, but a new technique. The choir continues to
sharpen their skills, learning new ringing techniques and tackling ever
more challenging music.
The year 2000 continued to be keep the choir busy with an encore performance of the American Sampler concert to a capacity audience which raised over $1500 and many bags of food for East Cooper Community Outreach. The
King's Ringers will be
participating
in various community events this year. The group will first
participate
in a community handbell concert on December 3 at Bethany Methodist in
Summerville.
The group will be one of 5 solo choirs performing. The
choir
will participate with the same group the first weekend in June for
another
workshop and concert.
Also look
for the choir this year as they
perform for the Charleston Symphony Christmas concert as well as on
masses
at Christ our King throughout the year.
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 Easter Sunday Services at Christ our King |
 The King's Ringers Performing in a Benefit Concert in Innis Ireland |
 Charleston Hospice Candlelight Memorial Service |
 Practicing for the concert in Dublin Ireland |
Send Questions or Comments to:Donna Teague, Handbell Director |