Carillon and Bell Tower Research
 


Image courtesy of the McShane Bell Foundry

For those researching and studying carillons, information can be found on several Web sites:

The McShane Bell Foundry and the Eloise Chimes

The McShane Bell Foundry in Maryland produced Stetson's bells for the Eloise Chimes. Professor Boyd Jones, Class of 1975, plays Stetson's Alma Mater on a simulation of the Eloise Chimes.

Bok Tower Carillon

About 100 miles south of Stetson University's main campus in DeLand, located at the highest elevation in mid-Florida the "Singing Tower" at Historic Bok Sanctuary was completed in 1929, and dedicated by President Calvin Coolidge. View the history and details for visiting the tower.

The Guild of Carilloneurs in North America

The Guild of Carilloneurs in North America lists the Eloise Chimes as well as a list of all known tower-bell instruments in Florida. Their Web site includes background information on carillon bell history and music.

The World Carillon Federation

The World Carillon Federation, an international organization, maintains a world listing of carillons.

Additional information on carillon bells can be found on other Web sites:

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