Classic Bronze

03/21/2026

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.

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...

02/20/2026

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.

08/10/2025

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

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.

08/03/2025

The venue is ready… see you soon!

06/17/2025

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

06/10/2025

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

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...

06/10/2025

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:

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...

06/04/2025

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

05/05/2025

Classic Bronze has only a few spots left.
There are ONLY TWO spots open in the Bronze path, and a small number of Copper and Accent spots. If you want in (and you DO) now is the time.
Want some incentive? This will be the first Classic Bronze that will have an on-site casino, pubs, restaurants, and a waterpark to play in during your free time...

05/05/2025

UPDATE: The conductor's notes for all the pieces directed by Lisa Kyriakides are up on the website. This is the Copper repertoire, plus "Mountaintop" in Bronze and "Energique" in the massed ring.

the repertoire On the fence about which path to take?Have a look at the music to help you decide Massed ring: all ringers need this music Here are all the pieces in PDF form, with catalog numbers, etc Energique - Matthew Prins - Level 3- / 1+High-energy original work for two handbell teams - Bronze....