Hillsboro, Ore., January 12, 2001 — The past week has been exciting for the 12-16 year-old performers of Ring of Fire as they have had the opportunity to meet Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber as well as both Oregon U.S. Senators' Gordon Smith and Ron Wyden.
On Wednesday, January 10, Ring of Fire performed on KPTV-12's Good Day Oregon Morning TV show and were personally congratulated by Governor Kitzhaber. They enjoyed a quick photo op with the Governor while on the set of Good Day Oregon.
On Monday, January 8, the group was presented with a flag that has flown over the U.S. Capitol Building by Senators' Gordon Smith and Ron Wyden during a town hall meeting at the Beaverton Public Library.
These events were a highlight of a week that has been packed with rehearsals and memorization of a new repertoire of patriotic music to share at several Inaugural ceremonies in just a week's time. The group will practice at Tualatin Valley Junior Academy on Sunday, January 14 from 11:30 am to 7 pm and on Monday, January 15, from 9 am to 4 pm. The school is located at the corner of SW Baseline Road and Cornelius Pass Road in Hillsboro. The address is 21975 SW Baseline Road.
About Ring of Fire
Ring of Fire is based in the Pacific Northwest, a region known for its volcanic activity. In the group's three years in existence, they have earned a reputation for outstanding excellence in handbells. They are widely known for their ability to memorize their music and their unique, spirited style. They continue to meet their goal of bringing their fiery music to many diverse audiences, including schools and churches, corporate functions, charity events, NBA basketball games, and on national and international television. Their performance is an explosive combination of an energetic director, exuberant youth, and the brilliance of 61 bells begging to be rung!