Classic Bronze

Two of the three conductors for Classic Bronze 2027 are in Scotland at IHS this week. Have a great time, Kevin M Ko and Tammy-Jo Mortensen !!

Classic Bronze 2027 is ramping up and getting ready to open registration...
We'd like to have a blanket permission for people to have their music on tablets (for those who wish) - is this a thing, or do we have to negotiate with each individual publisher separately?
Also, we're looking at recording the final concert and posting to YouTube. Considering that we're an international festival with ringers (and music copyrights) from multiple countries, how sticky are those copyright permissions going to be?

The chair of Classic Bronze is interviewed by Handbell Musicians of Canada. Get an insight into the music, handbells in Canada, and what inspired him to open Classic Bronze with a rap song last year.

Jim Winslett - Composer, Arranger, Conductor, Ringer and HMC Board Member Interviewer Wanda Costinak dives into the backstory on how the lack of sheet music for trumpet eventually led to Jim’s passion for arranging and how an unlik...

We're so excited, we can't wait any longer!
We are overjoyed to announce the clinicians for Classic Bronze 2027, to be held August 3-6, 2027 in Calgary.

Bronze teams will be led by Hong Kong handbell superstar composer, arranger, educator, and conductor Kevin Mazimas Ko

Copper teams will be conducted by Canadian handbell icon Stuart Sladden

And Tammy-Jo Mortensen returns to Classic Bronze with a brand new spin on the Accent track, focusing on learning and improving techniques and musicality, designed especially for those with less experience who want the thrill of attending a major festival.

It's going to be the can't-miss event of 2027. More info will be coming soon, but we couldn't sit on this any longer.

Registration opens August 2026.

FINALLY! Here's the WHOLE song that opened Classic Bronze 2025 - with better audio and lyrics included!

Rock A Bell Cannon - a handbell rap Classic Bronze 2025 went rogue by not opening with the traditional tolling of a bell, but with a custom rap song written and performed by Jim Winslett.

The venue is ready… see you soon!

Classic Bronze attendees... spend your Wednesday afternoon free time with a trip to the charming mountain town of Banff. Let our luxe bus whisk you out there for several hours of strolling, dining, shopping, and soaking up the atmosphere of this delightful town nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Just $60 CAD (which is around $44 USD) gets you there and back in style and comfort. There are still some seats left - grab them while you can! Deets on the site: https://www.classicbronze.ca/afternoon-in-the-rockies

Tickets are on sale now for the big concert that concludes Classic Bronze!
Tickets are $30 - either online ahead of time or at the door - and it's all general admission.
HOWEVER, the best seats are only available to those who purchased their tickets ahead of time online. Tickets bought at the door will be for seats farther back.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to hear 100+ musicians from all over Canada and the US performing under the leadership of world class conductors.
August 8, 7pm. Deerfoot Inn and Casino, Calgary

The Concert — Classic Bronze Calgary Everything has led to this. classic bronze: the concert Four world-class conductors. Over 100 dedicated musicians. One incredible experience.Deerfoot Inn and Casino, Calgary, August 8, 2025. Tickets $30The concert begins at 7pm. The memories will last forever. General admission, but advance ticket s...

Classic Bronze attendees! You might've noticed the half-day free time on Wednesday in the schedule. Wanna go to the mountains? We've got a half-day excursion lined up with a local travel company that will pick you up at the venue at 1pm and take you to the mountain town of Banff, then drop you back at the venue around 9pm. Lots of time to explore, shop, dine, or just soak up the scenery. Details here:

Afternoon in the Rockies — Classic Bronze Calgary Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Afternoon in the Rockies Make the most of your Wednesday afternoon free time with an excursion to the charming mountain town of Banff, nestled snugly in the Canadian Rockies! A deluxe motor coach with wifi will pick you up at the venue at 1pm, where you will travel to Banff...

MERCH, BABY!!
You wanted a new Classic Bronze shirt to wear in the concert and we leveled that up by designing a Classic Bronze hockey jersey! You know, because Canada.
But there's more! How about a toque, a classic trucker hat, or even a killer tote bag to haul around all your bell stuff?
You know you want some.
The concert jerseys are comfy and easy to play bells in - they look like the photo, only they'll be BLACK for the concert. Please note the discussion on the page about the sizing. These are actual hockey practice jerseys, NOT fan jerseys, so the sizing is different. Order a size DOWN from what you normally would.
Link here: https://www.classicbronze.ca/merch