the Kalamazoo Ringers Ensemble was founded in 1981 by Janet L. Van Valey, KR has performed extensively throughout Southwest Michigan, and has toured throughout the Midwest, Ontario, China, Japan, and England. KR is directed by Martha Matthews. The ensemble is hosted by First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo. The 16 ringers play a seven-octave set of Malmark handbells, along with a six-octave set of Malmark Choirchimes. KR is a member and strong supporter of the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo and the Handbell Musicians of America. KR members have attended and served as featured artists at numerous workshops and festivals sponsored by the Handbell Musicians of America.

Admission: Free