When Does Sonos Audition?

Sonos auditions interested musicians year-round, either locally in the San Francisco area or at a tour location.

How do  auditions work?

Sonos auditions each applicant individually, not as a group. Sonos auditions generally require you to:

1. Prepare a video of you performing ringing and rhythmic exercises that we send you.
2. Participate in a rehearsal where you will play with the rest of Sonos and may play some additional sight-reading exercises.
   
   

What's the Commitment?

Sonos is currently oriented around events, like a tour, a recording, or a series of local concerts. In general, applicants are expected to commit to an upcoming event, which typically includes all of the rehearsals and the actual event dates.

How often are spots open?

Sonos typically performs with 13 musicians, and we frequently have openings. Even if no spots are available, we want to give all capable musicians a chance to be part of the group, whether that means subbing in for absent musicians during rehearsals or playing an auxiliary instrument during performances. There are always opportunities available.

Who do I Contact?

Contact Sonos at auditions@sonos.org,
to learn more about auditions.

Handbell Heroes

Honor

You can adopt a bell in honor of someone important to you,
as Sonos did for founders
P.L. Grove and Kathie Fink.

Special Occasion

Or commemorate a special occasion, like this bell donated by Kenneth Ian Hytch celebrating his collaboration with Sonos in 2002.

Memorium

Special to us are the bells that have been adopted in memory of friends and loved ones who have contributed so much to our lives.