In "The Bells," the tone changes from a joyful and celebratory mood in the beginning of the poem to a dark and ominous tone by the end. The progression of the poem mirrors the different sounds and meanings of the bells, starting with cheerful wedding bells, then moving to festive Christmas bells, to alarm bells, and finally to funeral bells, each representing a different stage of life and emotion. The shift in tone reflects the changing emotions and themes throughout the poem, ultimately leading to a dark and foreboding conclusion.
