About Us
Magic of Bronze was founded in June of 1996 by a group of enthusiastic ringers and directors whose goals were:
to attract and challenge intermediate to advanced handbell ringers through the rehearsal and performance of quality music
to be a resource for the Central Florida handbell community and promote handbell ringing within the community
to expand the public appreciation of and interest in handbell music through engaging concerts for the audience
to provide education to the greater community of the art of handbell ringing
to have fun!
Magic of Bronze realizes these goals through the performance of two concert series a year, providing educational opportunities for ringers at the Central Florida Ringers workshop, being a resource for local handbell choirs, and performing gigs throughout the community.
Grace Notes was founded in January of 2012 by a dedicated group of handbell ringers who held rehearsals at a member’s home in Celebration, Florida. The goal of Grace Notes is to help members grow their handbell skills in a friendly and inclusive environment, while providing uplifting and engaging music to the public. Grace Notes became part of the Magic of Bronze organization in Fall 2022.
Magic of Bronze Board of Directors
Scott Beck, President
Kathryn Jurado, Vice President / Events
Chandler Schramm, Treasurer
Lisa Groothuis, Secretary
Kelley Flinn, Creative Chair
Andrea Bowles, Member-at-Large, Magic of Bronze
Debbie Waters, Member-at-Large, Grace Notes
Rebecca Payne, Member-at-Large