Welcome to the the web site of the Denton Bell Band, Inc. We perform music with handbells, chimes and synthesizer for local events during the school year. Our members are adults with intellectual challenges who live in the Denton community. We receive support from the Greater Denton Arts Council, The Arts Guild of Denton, the Denton Benefit League, the Texas Commission on the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Principal funding is from our friends in the community. For more information, call (940)453-3273 (C), or send an email to our director at: joseph.pinson@verizon.net |
The man playing the drum in the photo is James Peacock. He was a member of the Bell Band for many years. He lost a long battle with Alzheimer's disease in December, 2007. There was a service in memory of James at the Denton State School Chapel. There were almost 200 people in attendance - a fitting testimony to the impact that he had on many lives. We will miss James but will remember all the good things he taught us. |
All of the the information on this website is important, because the ideas presented here may help others who wish to start a group similar to the Denton Bell Band. Mr. Pinson is available for online consultation with no charge. The Bell Band uses a combination of methods that are useful with all disabilities. For more information about these and others click on the link above: How To Start Your Own Special Needs Handbell Choir |
Byron Kelley - Associate Director |
We are dedicating our performances in 2020 to Byron and Alexis Kelley who did many things to keep the Bell Band going during Joe Pinson's absence during the 2019 season. Our hats are off to you for your dedication during this time. |
Click this link to see a video about the Denton Bell Band from Texas Country Reporter: |
THANK YOU FOR VISITING |