Community Handbell Concerts

Point of personal privilege…in my blog intro, I said that my arts posts would focus on community arts groups. I happen to participate in one of those groups….the University United Methodist Church Handbell Ensembles. (5084 De Zavala at the corner of Vance Jackson. On website, click on "Fine Arts" then "Handbells.")

This Friday night (May 8) at 7:00 pm in the South Gym, we’ll present a program called “Ring ‘Round the World.” Come listen to music from Africa, Europe, South America, and Israel….all while nibbling on international-themed desserts. The event is free.

Participating groups:

• Lois Fritze Handbell Ringers


• Agape Ringers


• Jubilee Bells (my group!)


• Bells of Exultation

Another community handbell group, the River City Ringers, also presents its 2009 Spring Concert Series called “De Colores.” Concerts are free; donations are encouraged.

• Saturday, May 9, 7:30 pm, St. Andrew’s UMC (772 Robinhood Place, SATX)


• Friday, May 15, 7:30 pm, Universal City UMC (90 Winn Ave., Universal City)


• Saturday, May 16, 6:30 pm, St. Brigid’s Catholic Church (6907 Kitchener St, SATX)