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Celebrating 35 Years

Because of you, we have lots to be thankful for this season!
Join us for Harmonious!, a special handbell concert marking our 35th anniversary on May 31 & June 1, 2025. Our venues are still to be announced, so stay tuned for updates!
A Tradition of Excellence

35 Years of Premiere Musicianship

Since 1990, through a rich history of talented musicians and outstanding directors, Bells of the Cascades has developed into a top-performing handbell ensemble seen in concerts across the Pacific Northwest and at national handbell conferences. We are also known for collaborating with many notable artists, creating exciting combinations of musical artistry. Our mission to advance the art of handbell ringing continues!

Composer Matthew Compton sits at a piano, smiling, ready to write a new work for handbells for Bells of the Cascades in honor of their 35th anniversary.

Join our Commission Consortium!

Be part of an exciting new concept—a first for the handbell world! Together with other handbell enthusiasts, you can commission a Matthew Compton composition for a minimal contribution. All participants will have exclusive performance rights, with additional rewards at higher contribution tiers. Read on for details!

 
Our Upcoming Events

Concert: "Harmonious, The Voices of Many"

Location: TBA

Harmonious: Our Spring Concert is near. Time TBA!

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Concert: "Harmonious, The Voices of Many"

Location: TBA

Harmonious: Our Spring Concert is near. Time TBA!

Learn More

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Bells of the Cascades is an advanced nonprofit community handbell ensemble from the greater Portland area. Since 1990, our mission has been to advance handbell ringing through performance and education.